Do you want to give your little ones a trip of a lifetime? The must-see Dubai tourist attractions should be added on your sightseeing and shopping list. From water parks and theme parks to playgrounds and parks, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) will cater to just about any child. Dubai attractions can be as enjoyable for children as they are for parents.
Known for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture and a lively cultural scene, you will not run out of things to do in Dubai. The city is very family-friendly with lots of sites and attractions for you to enjoy with your little ones. You can have a culture trip exploring fishing village, spice souks and the abras or discover the modern side of Dubai, Dubai Marina and the tallest hotels in the world, you can never run out of things to do in Dubai.
From Dubai Creek to Burj Khalifa, Zabeel Park and Burj Al Arab (Palm Jumeirah), and the famous Dubai fountain, here are the best things to do in Dubai with kids and places to explore the ultimate playground as a family.
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Still saving for an African Safari? Dubai takes this experience to your family through the Dubai Safari Park. The park is currently home to 2000 animals of 250 different species from around the world. It is also home to the world’s first drive-thru crocodile exhibit, the UAE’s largest aviary exhibit, and the UAE’s only drive-thru hippo and tiger exhibit.
While the Arabian Village and Open Safari Village are both experienced by bus, you’re welcome to wander around the African and Asian Village enclosures, which are home to chimpanzees, lions, lemur and flamingos.
Entrance is 20 AED for children and 50 AED for adults. Guests can purchase an all-access ticket to all four parks for the discounted rate of 30 AED for children and Dhs85 for adults.
The Aquaventure Park in Atlantis, The Palm is for thrill-seekers and families who enjoy adrenaline rush. It has record-breaking rides, which involves you going through a tube and into a shark lagoon. The less adventurous rides and Splashers Children’s Play Area can be a fun chill place for children. They can also take a break and catch a spot of sun on the private beach. For more info, call +9714 4262000.
Kidzania experience is a fun way to entertain kids by giving them a taste of adult life. Here, children can dress up and actually do the job of firemen, chef, doctor, a radio dj, or a pilot. It is complete with buildings and paved streets. It’s like the real adult world scaled down to a small, child size. For more info, call +9714 4885222.
This once in a lifetime experience lets you see Dubai from the back of a horse. The Al Sahra Desert Resort gives you a spectacular view of the desert and an Arabian Culture Tour that explains the history of Bedouins who inhabited the area. For more info, call 050 558 765 or 050 553 798.
SEGA Republic has a laser field, virtual reality bobsled race which twists 360 degrees and Sonic Hopper (9 metre free fall) –perfect for adventure lovers. Those who can’t meet the height requirements can enjoy hoops and play Guitar Hero. For more info, call +9714 4488484
Who doesn’t love dolphins? Dolphin Bay in Atlantis, the Palm, lets kids and adults experience swimming alongside these friendly mammals. For more info, contact +9714 4262000 (24 hours)
The Olympic sized Dubai Ice Rink is located inside the Dubai Mall and is open to all skaters of age and ability. There are instructors who can help you to slide around and some disco sessions are also cool options for a dance party. For more info, contact +9714 4485111
Over 100 interconnected trampolines at Bounce Dubai spell fun. Jump and bounce your heart out in this playground. There are basketball hoops for older kids and you can also bounce off the Wall or the Mini Bounce for smaller kids. For more info, contact 04 3211 400.
The Wild Wadi Water park has over 30 attractions for the entire family. You can ride a water roller coaster, slide down some gravity-defying slides and float on the lazy river with a stunning view of the Burj Al Arab. For more info, call +9714 3484444 or +9714 4068374 or +9714 4068654.
Iconic MARVEL Super Hero favorites including Spider-Man, The Hulk, Iron Man, Thor and The Avengers are all gearing up in the MARVEL zone to deliver their most exciting appearance ever. This action-packed zone is a must-visit destination! Drop them a line at 600 500 962 / 600 500 WOA or +9714 4038888.
It is the world’s largest integrated theme park resort comprising three separate theme parks and one water park. Dubai Parks and Resorts is where the best of the east meets the best of the west to create a world of fun and adventure. For more info, call 800 AMAZING (2629464).
With the Skate Park, outdoor trampolines, adventure gym and play area for little ones, Kite Beach is the perfect place to have a swim with your kids. Young ones can spend time collecting shells and have lunch in one of the beach canteens.
Miracle Garden is one of a kind in the region and in the world for such a unique display and extravagant outdoor recreational destination. The Dubai Miracle Garden has approximately 100 million blooming flowers!
Dubai Miracle Garden provides state of the art services and facilities including open parking, VIP parking, sitting areas, prayer room, toilet blocks, ablution facility, security room, first aid room, carts for handicapped visitors, retails and commercial kiosk and all other related services available to facilitate visitors.
The park is open from 9AM – 9PM, Sunday to Thursday, 9AM – 11PM during Weekends (Friday and Saturday). Regular Rates for Adults (40AED) and children below 12 yrs old (30AED) and Below 2 yrs free entry.
See a city in the midst of one of the world’s greatest urban transformations as it launches the Dubai Water Canal, a 3.2km long waterway which winds its way to the Arabian Gulf from the Creek in Old Dubai through Business Bay. Along its waterfront, the W Hotel, the St Regis and a whole range of new lifestyle precincts. The new path effectively turns a significant part of the emirate into an island.
Dubai Garden Glow is the world’s largest unique theme park with unusual never-seen-before concepts.
Experience 3 magical themes in one venue: The ‘largest glow-in-dark garden’ made of 10 million energy saving bulbs and yards of recycled luminous fabric; The ‘biggest Dinosaur park’, that displays more than 100 animatronic Dinosaurs and, Introducing Dubai’s coolest hangout – the‘largest Ice Sculpture Park’ created with 5000 tons of Ice.
Tickets cost 60 AED.
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