United Arab Emirates
Al Hamidiya Park is a free public park in the Al Yasmeen district of Ajman, sitting where the Al Hamidiya and Al Helio neighbourhoods meet — which is why the same park carries two names. English-language directories list it as Al Hamidiya Park (sometimes Al Hamidiyah), while maps entries and Arabic signage call it حديقة الحليو, Helio Park. It is one of the emirate's most sport-focused green spaces, adding a football field, basketball court, jogging tracks and outdoor gym to the usual playgrounds and picnic lawns. This guide covers what is inside, what is actually verified about hours and fees, how it compares with Al Safia Park and the other entries in our guide to the best parks in Ajman, and how to get there.
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Location | Al Yasmeen district, Ajman, on the border of Al Hamidiya and Al Helio |
| Also listed as | Helio Park / Al Hamidiya Sports Park (Arabic: حديقة الحليو) |
| Admission | Free; no official fee schedule is published |
| Opening hours | Published times conflict — confirm locally; listings agree it runs into the late evening |
| Area | Municipal park listings reference roughly 28,000 sq m, though published figures vary |
| Sports facilities | Football field, basketball court, walking and jogging tracks, outdoor gym equipment |
| Family facilities | Children's playgrounds, BBQ pits, picnic areas, shaded seating, cafeteria |
| Rentals | Bicycle hire on site; some listings also mention pedal-karts (quad cycles) |
| Best for | Casual sport, evening walks, family barbecues, budget days out |
A Neighbourhood Park with Two Names
Al Hamidiya Park or Helio Park?
Both names refer to the same place, and knowing that saves a wasted taxi ride. Park directories generally say Al Hamidiya Park, maps-style listings show "AL Hamidiya Park" against حديقة الحليو (Helio Park) in Arabic, and event sites use "Al Hamidiya Sports Park". If a driver or maps app does not recognise one name, try the other — they resolve to the same gates.
Who the park suits
This is a working neighbourhood park rather than a landscaped showpiece. Residents of the surrounding inland districts use it for evening jogs, kickabouts and weekend barbecues; families come for the playgrounds and cycle hire; budget-conscious visitors get a full afternoon out without an entry fee. Anyone who wants sea air is better served by the Ajman Corniche — but anyone who wants to actually play sport will find more to do here than at most parks in the emirate.
Features and Facilities
Only facilities corroborated across independent listings are described below; details change with little online notice, so confirm anything mission-critical on the day.
Pitches, courts and tracks
Sport is the park's clearest identity. Consistently listed are a football (soccer) field, a basketball court, dedicated walking and jogging tracks, and stations of outdoor gym equipment. One directory additionally lists a skateboarding area — a single-source detail, so skaters should not plan a trip around it. The tracks loop through green lawns, which keeps evening runs pleasant.
Playgrounds and family areas
Children's playgrounds are spread through the grounds, rounded out by shaded seating, lawns for ball games, and a cafeteria for cold drinks and snacks. One listing also mentions drinking-water stations, restrooms and lit, wheelchair-accessible paths; these are plausible but single-source, so visitors with accessibility needs should verify before relying on them.
BBQ pits, picnics and lawns
Al Hamidiya Park has dedicated BBQ pits alongside its picnic areas — a real practical point, because barbecuing is exactly what many Ajman families plan a park trip around. Bring your own charcoal, food and utensils; the cafeteria covers drinks and light snacks only. Winter weekend evenings are the peak slot, so arrive early for the better-shaded pits.
Bicycle and pedal-kart hire
Listings consistently mention bicycle hire inside the park, and some also list pedal-karts — the four-wheeled "quad" cycles familiar from other UAE parks. No official rates are published, so carry cash and agree the price at the kiosk. For children too young for the pitches, a lap of the paths on a hired bike or kart is usually the highlight of the visit.
Planning a Visit
Opening hours and admission
Entry is free — multiple independent listings agree, and no official fee schedule has been published. Opening hours are less clear-cut: published times conflict badly, with morning openings quoted anywhere from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., though sources agree the park runs into the late evening, around 10 p.m. or later. Treat it as an afternoon-to-evening destination and check locally if a morning visit matters. A few listings also report day-based family and ladies scheduling; this is unverified, so mixed groups visiting on a weekday should confirm at the gate. Hours can also shift during Ramadan.
Best time of year and day
The park follows the standard UAE outdoor calendar. From roughly October to April, any time of day is comfortable, with late afternoon into evening the social peak. From May to September, the park is effectively an after-sunset destination; plan sport and playground time from around 6–7 p.m. onwards. Weekday evenings are noticeably quieter than Friday and Saturday, which matters if you want an uncontested court.
Practical notes
- Entry is free; bring cash for the cafeteria and cycle hire, where no rates are officially published
- Bring your own charcoal and food for the BBQ pits — the cafeteria stocks drinks and snacks only
- Pets are not permitted in UAE public parks
- Alcohol is not permitted; modest sportswear is the norm
- Court and pitch access is generally first-come, first-served, though one guide says the fenced football field can be booked in advance — ask at the park
- Single-source facilities (skate area, water stations, accessible paths) are worth confirming on arrival
How It Compares to Other Ajman Parks
Ajman's public parks each lean in a different direction. Al Hamidiya Park is the sports pick: no other free park in the emirate is as consistently listed with a football field, basketball court and outdoor gym together. Al Jurf Family Park leans family-first — age-grouped playgrounds, volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, a cycling track and small paid rides — and is the better choice for a mixed-age family day. Al Safia Park is the established central option, the Ajman Corniche offers the seafront walk the inland parks cannot, and the Al Zorah Nature Reserve covers the wilder end with mangroves and birdlife. Our best parks in Ajman guide compares the full set.
The wider context is also improving: in July 2026 Ajman announced its AED 1.8 billion AM30x30 programme — 30 projects to 2030 spanning parks, green spaces and a 33 per cent expansion of the cycling network. Nothing has been announced for Al Hamidiya Park specifically, but the programme signals sustained investment in exactly this kind of everyday green space.
Getting There
The park sits in Al Yasmeen on Ajman's inland side, at the meeting point of the Al Hamidiya and Al Helio districts. Ajman is compact, so the drive from the Ajman Corniche or the Al Zorah area — including Al Zorah Beach — is roughly 10–15 minutes outside peak traffic. Parking is free, with areas reported at the front, side and back of the park. Without a car, taxis and app-based rides are the practical option; public bus coverage in Ajman is limited. When setting a maps destination, remember the naming quirk: if "Al Hamidiya Park" does not appear, search "Helio Park".
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Al Hamidiya Park?
A free public park in the Al Yasmeen district of Ajman, on the border of the Al Hamidiya and Al Helio neighbourhoods. It is one of the emirate's most sport-oriented parks, combining a football field, basketball court, jogging tracks and outdoor gym with playgrounds, BBQ pits, a cafeteria and bicycle hire.
Is Al Hamidiya Park the same as Helio Park?
Yes. English-language directories generally call it Al Hamidiya Park, while maps listings and Arabic signage use حديقة الحليو — Helio Park — and some sites list it as Al Hamidiya Sports Park. If a taxi driver or maps app does not recognise one name, use the other.
Is entry to Al Hamidiya Park free?
Yes. Multiple independent listings confirm entry is free, and no official fee schedule has been published. Budget instead for cafeteria snacks and bicycle hire, where no rates are officially published — carry some cash.
What are Al Hamidiya Park's opening hours?
Published hours conflict across directories — quoted opening times range from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. — so no single schedule can be stated with confidence, though sources agree the park runs into the late evening, around 10 p.m. or later. Treat it as an afternoon-to-evening destination and confirm locally if a morning visit matters.
What sports facilities does Al Hamidiya Park have?
Consistently listed are a football (soccer) field, a basketball court, walking and jogging tracks, and outdoor gym equipment. One directory also mentions a skateboarding area — a single-source detail worth confirming before a dedicated trip. Access is generally first-come, first-served, though one guide reports the fenced football field can be booked in advance — ask on site.
Can you barbecue at Al Hamidiya Park?
Yes. The park has dedicated BBQ pits alongside its picnic areas and shaded seating, making it one of the more practical Ajman parks for a family barbecue. Bring your own charcoal, food and utensils — the cafeteria sells drinks and light snacks only.
Is Al Hamidiya Park good for children?
Yes. Playgrounds are spread through the park, lawns give space for ball games, and bikes — with pedal-karts in some listings — can be hired on site, usually the highlight for younger children. Families wanting age-grouped playgrounds and amusement rides may prefer Al Jurf Family Park; Al Hamidiya suits families whose older children want a proper pitch or court.
Where exactly is Al Hamidiya Park?
In the Al Yasmeen district of Ajman, adjacent to the Al Hamidiya and Al Helio areas on the emirate's inland side — roughly a 10–15 minute drive from the Ajman Corniche, with free parking around the park. Searching either name in a maps app leads to the same place.
How does Al Hamidiya Park compare to Al Jurf Family Park?
Both are free parks on Ajman's inland side, but they lean in different directions. Al Hamidiya Park is the sports pick — football field, basketball court, outdoor gym and jogging tracks. Al Jurf Family Park is the family pick, with age-grouped playgrounds, three court sports, a cycling track and small paid rides.
When is the best time to visit Al Hamidiya Park?
From October to April, any time of day works, with evenings the liveliest. From May to September, visit after sunset — around 6–7 p.m. onwards — when temperatures drop enough for sport. Weekday evenings are the best window for an uncontested court or BBQ pit.