Mall of Arabia in 6th of October City works as an integrated destination for shopping, dining and entertainment in west Cairo, located near Gehina Square and the 26th of July Corridor, and a short distance from the Aeon residential project. The mall opened in December 2010, and it was the project with which the Fawaz Alhokair Group began its expansion into shopping centers in Egypt, before Marakez was established in its current form.
The mall does not rely on enclosed shops alone; it includes a green outdoor area known as The Park, along with cinemas, restaurants, entertainment facilities, furniture stores and everyday services. This variety makes it a destination for visiting and shopping, not just a building housing retail units.
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Mall of Arabia Location in 6th of October City
The mall is in 6th of October City near Gehina Square, serving a wide catchment from Sheikh Zayed and October and the projects along the 26th of July Corridor.
The main areas near it include:
- Gehina Square.
- The 26th of July Corridor.
- Sheikh Zayed City.
- Nile University.
- Misr University for Science and Technology.
- Dar Al Fouad Hospital.
- The Aeon project by Marakez.
- Arkan Plaza and Capital Business Park.
- The Dahshur Link Road.
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Mall of Arabia Area and Design
Mall of Arabia was built on a total land area of about 882 thousand m², while the built-up area reaches roughly 267 thousand m².
The layout consists of indoor shopping areas linked by wide corridors and plazas, along with open-air areas, restaurants and entertainment. The mall has been developed in phases, with expansions and new experiences added rather than settling for the original phase.
Multiple gates spread visitor traffic across the parts of the project, and there are specialized zones covering furniture, fashion, dining and family entertainment.
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The Park at Mall of Arabia
The Park covers about 34 thousand m², equivalent to roughly 8 feddans of open green space in the heart of the mall.
The area includes spaces for sitting, walking and holding events, and connects to a group of restaurants and cafés. It gives visitors an alternative to spending time in enclosed corridors, especially when the weather suits outdoor activities.
The Park is also used for sports, social and seasonal events, which lengthens the customer's visit to the mall and supports the restaurants and activities around it.
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Mall of Arabia Stores
The project houses a large group of local and international brands, with retail activities spread across multiple categories:
- Fashion stores.
- Shoes and bags.
- Cosmetics and personal care.
- Watches and jewelry.
- Electronics and home appliances.
- Furniture and home essentials.
- Hypermarket.
- Banks and telecom companies.
- Everyday services.
- Children's and toy stores.
- Sporting goods.
- Restaurants and cafés.
The mall hosted the first Gap store in Africa in 2011, and it also houses the first Mercedes-Benz showroom in Egypt, which opened in 2020.
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Restaurants and Cafés
Dining options range across fast food, family restaurants and cafés located in the indoor areas and around The Park.
The choice of a restaurant's retail location depends on the nature of the business; units close to the outdoor spaces suit restaurants that need open-air seating, while quick-service concepts benefit from visitor traffic inside the shopping and cinema areas.
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Entertainment at Mall of Arabia
The mall offers a range of activities that draw families, children and young people, including:
- A cinema complex.
- Billy Beez for children.
- Flip Out.
- Bricks City.
- Game zones and family activities.
- Events held in The Park.
- Seating areas and outdoor dining.
- Seasonal activities and entertainment shows.
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Services Available to Visitors
Operational services inside the mall include:
- Spacious parking.
- Multiple entrances.
- Security and surveillance.
- Customer service.
- A mosque.
- Restrooms and family facilities.
- ATMs and banking services.
- Parking areas.
- A map of the stores and gates.
- Facilities for people with mobility needs.
- Cleaning and maintenance services.
- Outdoor seating areas.
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Renting Shops in Mall of Arabia
The retail space in Mall of Arabia is managed on a leasing basis, and acceptance of a business depends on the brand mix already in the project and the space available in each zone.
When requesting a retail unit, a business owner needs to specify:
- The brand and type of business.
- The area required.
- Frontage and storage needs.
- Electrical capacity and ventilation.
- Any need for outdoor seating.
- The number of current branches.
- The target customer group.
- The fit-out period required.
For restaurants, the leasing team clarifies requirements for cooking, gas, extraction hoods and waste disposal, along with receiving and supply hours.
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Commercial Value of Mall of Arabia
The mall's importance rests on its location in a densely populated area of west Cairo, the variety of brands and activities inside it, and the presence of a large open area and the Aeon residential project next door.
The mall's years of operation also let an investor or tenant assess actual visitor traffic rather than relying on forecasts for a project that has not yet started. Even so, the strength of internal locations differs markedly; being close to a busy gate, an anchor store or an entertainment zone makes a difference to customer traffic.
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Marakez, the Developer of Mall of Arabia
The Fawaz Alhokair Group developed Mall of Arabia, after which the project became a core part of Marakez's portfolio in Egypt. Since its opening, the company has expanded into shopping centers and residential and administrative projects, such as Mall of Tanta, Mall of Mansoura, District 5, Aeon and Crescent Walk.
Marakez draws on the group's experience in operating shopping centers and managing brands, which later carried over into its mixed-use projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mall of Arabia
Where is Mall of Arabia located?
It is in 6th of October City near Gehina Square and the 26th of July Corridor.
How big is The Park?
The green area spans about 34 thousand m², roughly 8 feddans.
Is there a cinema inside the mall?
Yes, Mall of Arabia has a cinema complex along with a number of entertainment activities.
Are there shops for rent?
Leasing opportunities exist according to the available spaces and activities, and a leasing request is submitted to the mall's management for review.
Is Mall of Arabia connected to the Aeon project?
The Aeon project sits next to the mall, and a walkway links them, giving residents access to the stores, restaurants and services.
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