Opened along with the initial stretch of the Green Line from Etisalat to Dubai Healthcare City stations, trains began calling at Baniyas Square on 9 September 2011.

It is the closest station to the neighbourhood of Naif and the eastern section of Al Sabkha.

Nearby points of interest include the Deira Twin Towers and a number of souks.

[3][4] Also close by are Dubai Creek, Al Manal Centre, and the Naif Souk.

[5] Like other central stations on the Dubai Metro, Baniyas Square is located below ground level.