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20 places to visit in Dubai with family.

1. Burj Khalifa:

Burj Khalifa is more than simply a skyscraper it represents the aspirations and accomplishments of Dubai. Families may go up to the observation decks to see amazing views that capture the skyline of the city and beyond. For children, it’s a fascinating and instructive tour where they may learn about architecture and engineering.

What makes Burj Khalifa so unique?

Its world’s tallest building offers panoramic views from its observation deck. 

Hours: 8 am – 11 pm. 

Tickets: start from aed 149. Available on the official burjkhalifa website and leading ticket platforms.

2. Underwater zoo & aquarium in Dubai

Dubai aquarium & underwater zoo is positioned within the Dubai mall and provides a close-up look at aquatic life. It’s an amazing underwater experience for all ages, home to hundreds of aquatic creatures including sharks and rays.

What distinguishes it?

This facility offers an immersive adventure into the depths of aquatic life and houses one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world.

Hours: 10:00 am till 10:00 pm

Tickets: approx aed 120. Available at the venue or dubaiaquarium’s website.

3. Kidzania: 

This interactive city at the dubai mall combines play and education. Kids get to try out different careers in a scaled-down, safe city setting.

What makes it unique? 

Kids zania combines education with play in the dubai mall. It’s informative and exciting for kids to try out various careers in a scaled-down, safe city setting.

Hours: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

tickets: approximately aed 185 for kids. Buy at kidzania or kidzania online. 

4. Dubai miracle garden

With more than 50 million gorgeously designed flowers, Dubai miracle garden is the biggest natural flower garden in the world. It’s a sight to behold and the ideal location for family portraits.

How is it different from others? 

It is distinguished for its opulent outdoor entertainment area with more than 50 million flowers arranged in an array of intricate patterns, around mansions, castles, and even an emirates a380.

Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

tickets: start at aed 299. Available at wild wadi’s official site. 

5. Wild wadi waterpark:

Enjoy 30 rides and family-friendly activities at the wild wadi waterpark, which is located in front of the breathtaking burj al arab. A distinctive cultural edge is added to the pleasure with its subject of juha, a figure from arabian legend.

In what way is it distinct?

This unusual waterpark, themed after arabian legend, offers a combination of cultural storytelling and pleasure in the water.

Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

tickets: start at aed 299. Available at wild wadi’s official site. 

6. Ski Dubai: 

An indoor ski resort with snowboarding, ski lessons, a penguin encounter, and more is housed in the mall of the emirates. It’s a wintry paradise within a desert metropolis.

How it differs from others?

It’s the first indoor ski resort in the middle east with real snow, so you can enjoy snow sports in a desert climate.

Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm

Tickets: starting from aed 190. Book at [ski dubai’s website](https://www.skidxb.com/).

7. Dubai ice rink:  

 Located in the center of the Dubai mall, this Olympic-sized ice rink provides a lively space for events and ice skating. It’s a great place for family bonding and a refreshing change of pace from the city.

Distinctive features 

An olympic-sized ice rink located in a mall provides a distinctive family-friendly activity for those seeking to cool down in the summer.

Hours: 10:00 am – sunset

Tickets: from aed 269. Available at [aquaventure’s official website] (https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure).

8. Aqua venture waterpark: 

Located at atlantis, the palm, this waterpark has exhilarating slides, a lazy river, and a private beach. This place is perfect for families looking for adventure.

What’s so special about it? 

There’s no place like dubai’s aqua venture waterpark, which has a long private beach, a giant water playground, exclusive encounters with marine animals, and record-breaking rides like the middle east’s longest river ride and the world’s first double slide inside a slide. These are the things that make it stand out in the waterpark industry.

Hours: 10:00 am – sunset

Tickets: from aed 269. Available at [aqua venture’s official website] (https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure).

9. Dubai safari park:

More than 2,500 species live in this eco-friendly safari park. Experience wildlife up-close while learning about wildlife protection. 

Why is it so special? 

A wide variety of species live in an atmosphere that closely mimics their native habitats in this park.

Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tickets: starts at aed 50. Buy at [dubai safari park](https://www.dubaisafari.ae/).

10. Legoland Dubai:

It’s a great place for families with kids since it has interactive rides, water slides, and Lego building opportunities. It’s a creative and enjoyable universe.

Here are some interesting facts about it: 

The park has interactive rides, performances, and construction activities all with a Lego theme, and it’s specifically for families.

Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tickets: from aed 275. Purchase at [legoland dubai](https://www.legoland.com/dubai/).

11. Motion gate Dubai

Motion gate dubai is a hollywood-style theme park with rides and activities. It’s a great day out for thrill-seekers and movie fans.

What makes it unique?

With rides and attractions inspired by movie properties, this theme park brings hollywood to life.

Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Tickets: starting from aed 275. Available at [motion gate dubai](https://www.motiongatedubai.com/).

12. Dubai butterfly garden: 

A happy and peaceful place to spend time with family, this garden has hundreds of butterflies in bespoke domes. It’s mystical and instructive place for all ages.

What’s so special about it? 

A unique opportunity to interact with several butterfly species in exquisitely designed habitats, this garden is home to thousands of butterflies.

Hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tickets: aed 55 per person. Buy at [dubai butterfly garden](https://www.dubaibutterflygarden.com/).

13. Img worlds of adventure

Img worlds of adventure is the biggest indoor theme park in the world. There are rides and attractions centered around cartoon network and marvel characters, plus dinosaurs in the lost valley.

This is different: 

As the largest indoor theme park in the world, it has rides from well-known cartoon and superhero brands.

Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Tickets: start at aed 299. Purchase at [img worlds](https://www.imgworlds.com/).

14. The green planet:

Over 3,000 plants and animals live in this bio-dome. This is a great opportunity to learn about environmental protection.

What makes it different? 

By simulating a rainforest habitat, this biodome teaches the value of biodiversity.

Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tickets: around aed 110. Available at [the green planet](https://www.thegreenplanetdubai.com/en).

15. Olioli children’s museum

Interactive art, science, and technology displays make oliolichildren’s museum an immersive play museum. Young brains will be captivated and inspired by it.

It’s unique 

It’s unique because it combines creativity, science, and art to promote learning.

Hours: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tickets: from aed 126. Buy at [olioli] (https://www.olioli.ae/).

16. Kite beach:

White sand and a vibrant watersports community make this beach famous. This is the perfect place for families who love the beach, sun, and sports.

Why it’s so popular among people?

Beach sports and family-friendly amenities make it a popular spot for outdoor lovers.

Hours: open 24 hours

Tickets: free access.

17. Children’s city 

Kids ages two to fifteen can play, explore, and discover more about the world around them in creek park. The main focus is on science, nature, and culture exhibits.

Its uniqueness 

With engaging displays and activities, this interactive learning center promotes children’s curiosity and education.

Hours: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tickets: aed 15 for kids. Available at [children’s city](http://childrencity.dm.gov.ae/).

18. Global village

Global village is a cultural and entertainment hub in dubai. Discover iconic landmarks, traditional bazaars, and cultural performances at 27 themed pavilions representing over 90 cultures. There are 170 rides and 125 arcades in the carnavalzone. Over 200 restaurants and food stalls enhance the experience with unique attractions like a museum of oddities. Spectacular fireworks displays are also held every weekend at the park.

Hours: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am (1:00 am on weekends)

Tickets: starting from aed 22.5. Available at [global village](https://www.globalvillage.ae/).

19. Dubai garden glow

Dubai garden glow stands out with its four distinct parks: glow park, magic park, dinosaur park, and ice park. Glow park is the world’s largest glow-in-the-dark garden with light installations made from recycled materials. In magic park, you can see optical illusions and interactive art, and in dinosaur park, you can see animatronic dinosaurs. Live music, creative installations, and performances make this a great attraction for families.

Hours: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm (12:00 am on fridays)

Tickets: 65 aed. Available at [dubai garden glow](http://www.dubaigardenglow.com/).

20. Jumeirah Beach Park

This park has playgrounds, lawns, picnic areas, and a beach, so it’s perfect for a family day. An urban park and a beach combine to make this a great place for leisure and recreation. Play and relax on the park’s coastline and grassy areas.

Hours: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Tickets: AED 5 per person 

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