10 Places to Visit Next Time You're in Alserkal Avenue

"Once a small bock of warehouse spaces, Alserkal Avenue has transformed into a creative hub where major art, food, fashion, and music events take place. At 500,000 sqft, you'll need more than one visit to discover the whole place, but here are ten places to visit next time you're in Alserkal Avenue in case you're at a loss where to begin.

1. Ayyam Gallery

Ayyam Gallery has opened its doors to art-lovers since the launching of the Alserkal art district. It is known for supporting Syrian artists documenting the changes in the Syrian scene through their artwork.

1. Carbon 12

Carbon 12 is one of the first galleries to open in the Alserkal art district and is the first to adopt an international program bringing artists from around the world. If you're a contemporary art enthusiast, this place should be on your radar.

1. Nostalgia Classic Cars

This spot in Alserkal Avenue will take you on a journey back in time. The first of its kind in the Middle East, Nostalgia Classic Cars has classic cars of various brands displayed in its showroom, restored in its warehouse, and sold to classic car fanatics!

1. Wild & the Moon

This Alserkal Avenue café place is popular with gallery-goers for serving healthy options. Raw and plant-based dishes and cold-pressed juices are available for those looking for a guilt-free refuel. The menu is also free from allergens which is always a plus.

1. Crank

Crank is your total immersive workout experience on Alserkal Avenue! It offers full-body workouts, bikes, and body tracking in addition to a juice bar to refuel after class.

1. Wisdom Warehouse

This is a great place to drop off your kids to enjoy an Alserkal Avenue creative experience. Kids with a flair for art can attend workshops, camps, and tutoring sessions at Wisdom Warehouse.

1. Kave

If you're more into crafts, you should head to Kave. There, you'll find workshops on simply everything from restoring bicycles to making guitars. Mindfulness sessions are available as well to wind down after a long day in Alserkal Avenue.

1. Shimis Yoga

And if you're looking to up your mindfulness game, Shimis Yoga is here to help. This boutique yoga studio offers a range of classes in a plant-filled greenhouse and heated high-tech box lined with infrared panels.

1. The JamJar

It's the place in the Alserkal art district that caters to artistic adults and kids alike. This community art space offers painting workshops and art classes for all age groups.

1. Appetite Café

This Alserkal Avenue café is considered by many a hidden gem. This cute café serves delicious coffee in a neat little spot of exposed ceilings and an instragammable setting. Make sure to drop by for a salad bowl."