Spacious halls
The large prayer hall accommodates hundreds, with reviewers saying space often remains even for Friday prayer.
Al Rashidiya Al Kabeer Mosque
Al Rashidiya
Al Rashidiya Al Kabeer Mosque is a spacious, well-maintained place of worship in Al Rashidiya, known for its calm prayer atmosphere and beautiful imam recitations. Visitors also mention a dedicated female prayer area, ample parking and communal iftar experiences during Ramadan.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
658 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Clean facilities
Reviews specifically mention neat ablution areas, washrooms and well-maintained indoor and outdoor spaces.
Women’s access
A separate women’s section is available, including a side entrance and a spacious prayer area in some reviews.
Peaceful recitation
Visitors regularly highlight the imams’ voices and recommend experiencing the recitation at Magrib and Isha.
Ample parking
On-site parking is repeatedly praised, making the mosque convenient for drivers outside peak Friday congestion.
Ramadan community
Reviews describe shared iftar meals and visiting reciters during Ramadan, creating a communal prayer experience.
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive early. For Ramadan family prayers, arrive early because one reviewer said places can fill and closer parking is harder to find.
Avoid Friday rush. If driving for Friday prayer, allow extra time after the service, when a reviewer reported heavy car congestion.
Try evening prayers. For the recitation experience reviewers mention most, consider attending Magrib or Isha prayers.
Check Ramadan setup. If visiting with women during Ramadan, check the current arrangements because one older review found the section too small without a tent.
Friday food. On Fridays, reviewers say food is provided, so ask on arrival if the communal meal is being served that day.
Plan the visit
Practical details
69MJ+FXX - Airport Rd
Al Rashidiya, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Female Prayer Room
A dedicated female prayer room is available for women worshippers.
Food provided on Fridays
One review says food is provided on Fridays, making this a useful detail for visitors planning communal worship.
Common Concerns
Friday congestion
Although parking is plentiful, one review warns that cars can become congested after Friday prayer.
Ramadan capacity
A 2019 review reported that the women’s section became too small during Ramadan when no external tent was provided.
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The Bottom Line
Al Rashidiya Al Kabeer Mosque is a large, calm place for daily prayer and Friday worship in Al Rashidiya. Visitors can use the spacious prayer halls, attend the recitations—some specifically recommend Magrib and Isha—and find a separate women’s prayer area with its own side entrance. The mosque’s scale is useful on busy services: one reviewer said the hall can accommodate hundreds, while another said there is often still room for Friday prayer.
The practical side is strong. Reviews mention clean ablution facilities and washrooms, water for worshippers, good air conditioning and ample free parking. The setting opposite Dubai Airport is easy to recognise, and Bin Sougat Center is nearby if you need shops or a cafeteria.
Outdoor areas, green trees and landscaped surroundings also feature in the feedback. Ramadan is a major part of the mosque’s appeal, with communal iftar, Friday food and special Taraweeh or Qiyam ul-layl recitations. Arrive early during Ramadan, particularly with family, because places and closer parking can become harder to secure.
Parking is generally plentiful, but one reviewer warned of congestion after Friday prayer. A 2019 review also reported that women had to pray outside when the section was too small and no tent was provided, so current Ramadan arrangements are worth checking.