If you’re traveling to Fujairah or Khorfakkan from Dubai, make sure to stop and visit Masafi Friday Market. Open every day, this market offers an enjoyable roadside shopping experience.
Location and Access
Masafi Market also known as Souq Al Juma’a (Friday Market in Arabic), is located on the Sharjah-Fujairah road.
It is just before reaching the village of Masafi.
There are plenty of parking spaces available, along with a gas station that has ATM facilities and toilets.
What To Find
The market is renowned for its wide variety of goods, including rugs, clay pots, furniture, fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, and household items. Bargaining is common, so be ready to practice your negotiating skills for the best deals. Enjoy local produce such as tangerines, coconuts, dates, and honey. Savor roasted or boiled corn, refreshing coconut water, and freshly squeezed juices.
The market’s traditional and charming atmosphere, along with Masafi’s famous mineral springs, makes it a special place to visit.
General Information
- Operating Hours: Open from 7 am until the end of the day.
- Bargaining: Bargaining is okay, so negotiate for the best deals.
- Cash Only: Bring cash as most shops don’t have payment terminals. There is an ATM nearby.
- Local Food: Try egg paratha, karak tea, tender coconut milkshake, and mango juice at local cafeterias. Locals recommend stopping by Abu Falah Cafeteria for the tender coconut milkshake; the mango juices are also very good.
- Facilities: Toilets are at the service station.
