Dubai has introduced the Dubai Gold District, a purpose-built destination bringing the entire gold, jewellery and bullion ecosystem into one integrated hub—reinforcing the city’s role as a global leader in precious metals trade.
Developed by Ithra Dubai, the District consolidates retail, wholesale, bullion trading and investment within a single location, marking a strategic shift in how gold commerce is organised and experienced in the emirate. The launch represents a major step in Dubai’s long-term vision to remain at the centre of global trade flows.
The unveiling was attended by senior leadership from Dubai’s economic and trade institutions, including representatives from the Investment Corporation of Dubai, Dubai Chambers, the Dubai Free Zones Council and Ithra Dubai, alongside long-standing gold traders operating within the district.
Aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), the Gold District is positioned as a catalyst for the future of the global gold and jewellery industry. Its launch underscores the UAE’s growing influence in precious metals trade—particularly as the country emerged as the world’s second-largest physical gold trading destination, exporting over $53 billion worth of gold in 2024–25 to key markets including Switzerland, the UK, India, Hong Kong and Türkiye.
Industry leaders have highlighted the District’s role in enhancing market access, transparency and scale for international traders and investors, while strengthening Dubai’s position as a trusted gateway for gold and jewellery commerce.
Designed as Dubai’s new “Home of Gold”, the District blends heritage with modern infrastructure, bringing together global brands, regional retailers, investors and consumers in one destination. Officials have emphasised that gold’s deep cultural and economic roots in Dubai have been reimagined here for a new era—one shaped by innovation, sustainability and experience-led retail.
A standout feature in development is the world’s first Gold Street, envisioned as a landmark attraction constructed using gold elements, with further details to be revealed in phases.
The District currently hosts over 1,000 retailers spanning jewellery, gold, perfumery, cosmetics and lifestyle categories. Key names include Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Jawhara Jewellery and Al Romaizan, with Joyalukkas set to open its largest Middle East flagship, spanning 24,000 square feet.
Beyond retail, the Gold District is deeply integrated into Dubai’s tourism ecosystem. More than 1,000 hotel rooms across six hotels support visiting buyers and international traders, while the introduction of Big Bus tourist routes has improved accessibility for visitors.
In 2025 alone, shoppers from over 147 nationalities visited the District—underscoring Dubai’s unique ability to attract a truly global gold-buying audience within a single destination.