Queen Elizabeth 2 is a district of Dubai, 871 m from Al Ghubaiba Metro Station.
The Queen Elizabeth 2 is an ocean liner located at Port Rashid in the Bur Dubai area of Dubai. The ship is notable for its size and maritime heritage: originally built with nearly a thousand feet in length and designed to carry a large number of passengers in different classes, it now offers a mix of public attractions, hospitality spaces and areas undergoing upgrade work. Parts of the vessel operate for visitors and short-term accommodation while other sections remain under refurbishment.
Queen Elizabeth 2 (commonly shortened to QE2) is a former cruise liner berthed at Port Rashid within the Bur Dubai district. Its presence at the port makes it a distinctive landmark in this part of the city. The ship was constructed to carry a substantial complement of passengers and public facilities: originally it had capacity for 291 deluxe and 687 standard class cabins, 30 public rooms and 22 lifts. Today, several of those internal spaces are accessible to the public in their adapted roles.
The nearest metro access is on the Green Line; the relevant station is coded G24 and is about 871 metres from the ship, a distance described as walkable. For road travel, typical driving times quoted from the QE2’s Port Rashid location include: roughly 16 minutes to Dubai Mall, roughly 27 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, roughly 26 minutes to Burj Al Arab and roughly 31 minutes to The Walk, JBR. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is approximately a 17-minute drive and Al Maktoum International Airport is approximately a 51-minute drive. These journey times are indicative and depend on traffic and the chosen route.
The ship retains a number of adapted venues that are open to visitors. Publicly accessible areas include a hotel operation in part of the vessel, the Lido restaurant, the Queen’s Grill, the Golden Lion pub and the theatre. In parallel with these operational areas, other sections of the ship are undergoing refurbishment work. Guided visits are scheduled throughout the week and at least some of the tours include access to the captain’s bridge; details such as exact times and ticket prices are published on the QE2 official website.
The ship’s internal layout and sequence of public rooms reflect its original ocean-liner design: a large count of cabins across classes, numerous common rooms and multiple lifts. Over time the internal fabric and configuration have been adapted to accommodate hospitality uses and visitor facilities while restoration and refurbishment projects proceed in phases.
Guided tours run regularly and can include access to operational areas such as the captain’s bridge. For the most reliable information about tour schedules, entry conditions and any seasonal changes to what is open, consult the ship’s official online communications. While several visitor facilities are open, the vessel remains a complex refurbishment project in parts; access to specific decks and rooms may change as works progress. The ship’s location at Port Rashid places it within reach of central Dubai neighbourhoods and key leisure destinations by car or public transport.
Can I visit the Queen Elizabeth 2?
Yes. Several areas of the ship are open to visitors, and guided tours operate throughout the week. Tour inclusions and schedules are provided by the ship’s official sources.
Which facilities on board are currently open to the public?
Open visitor facilities include a hotel operation in part of the ship, the Lido restaurant, the Queen’s Grill, the Golden Lion pub and the theatre. Other areas are in the process of refurbishment.
How do I get there by public transport?
The nearest metro connection on Dubai’s Green Line (station code G24) is about 871 metres away and is considered walkable. Road access from central Dubai and from the airports is generally straightforward; quoted driving times from the ship’s location include roughly 16 minutes to Dubai Mall and roughly 17 minutes to Dubai International Airport (DXB), subject to traffic.
Are there guided tours and what do they include?
Guided tours run throughout the week and at least some include a visit to the captain’s bridge. For current times, ticketing and any special tour formats consult the QE2 official website.
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