Traveling to a new and unfamiliar place with children can get tough, especially while trying to keep them occupied and entertained. Here’s a list of different things to do in Dubai that may be of interest to both you and your kid(s).
Kidzania
Take the children out on a fun-filled experience at this mini-city where kids won’t even have time to be bored or restless. For a reasonable cost of about USD $25.00, children are allowed to role play and take on “jobs” such as doctors, police officers, firemen and even get paid in Kidzanian currency. The “city” spans 80,000 sq ft with facilities are down-sized for the suitability to children. You might even get time to relax as your kids explore their imaginations in the safe environment offered at Kidzania.
Location: Financial Center Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Dubai Mall, Level 2 Opened from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Dubai Ice Rink
The Dubai Ice Rink is a great venue for a day out with the kids. Admission to this Olympic-sized rink costs between 63 and 84 AED. Skate aids are available for hire and double-bladed skates are provided to ensure safety and added stability. So get your skating gears ready for your visit to Dubai, it promises to be a fun experience!
Location: Financial Center Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Dubai Mall, Ground Level
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
IMG Worlds of Adventure
IMG Worlds of Adventure, the world’s largest indoor theme park is a great stop to make if you want to have fun with the family. Catering to all ages as well as disabled guests, this adventure park attracts a cost between 105 AED to 258 AED and free of cost for children under 1.05m tall.
Location: E311, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road، City of Arabia، Dubai Land, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Opening Hours: Thurs- Sat 11:00 AM- 10:00 PM, Sun-Wed 11:00 AM- 9:00 PM
Dubai Miracle Garden
If what you seek is a quiet day out with the family, the beautiful Dubai Miracle Garden is the destination for you. The botanical garden spans almost 800,000 sq ft and houses over 40 million flowers. This award-winning garden is definitely the spot for those awesome selfie moments.
Cost: 45 AED (adults), 35 AED (12 years and under), FREE for children under 2 years
Location: Al Barsha South 3, Barsha,Dubailand Area – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday 9:00 AM -9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Dolphin Bay
If your kid is a water and dolphin-lover, Dolphin Bay at the opulent Atlantis The Palm, Resort is the place to visit on your trip to Dubai. This dolphin habitat offers guests supervised opportunities to swim and touch dolphins. You are free to choose water levels suitable for your height and swimming abilities so no need to worry!
Location: Atlantis, The Palm – Crescent Rd – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
