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Fun Things to do in Dubai for family

A beach day filled with water sporting.

Jumeirah Beach in Dubai is very famous for its water sports and activities on the beach. Have a relaxing day at the beach, with thrilling, entertaining and amusing water-sports, to have a blast on your vacation to Dubai.

Enjoy the most famous water-based activities on the beach, along with your family and friends, and have a fun-filled, adventurous day with all the famous activities lined up for you to enjoy. Safety and security are a top priority, so you just need to loosen up and enjoy your day on the beach.

The types of fun-filled rides:
- Banana ride: A water sled pulled by a boat at a high speed, to give you an adrenaline pump and never-ending fun-filled experience.
- Donut ride: A donut-shaped tube pulled by a boat at a high speed, to give a rush and an amazing water ride experience.
- Fly fish: A flat rubber boat pulled by a speed boat, to give the experience of flying and splashing the water at the same time. A must do water sporting activity.

How to reach: It is a 15-minute drive to Jumeirah beach from Bur Dubai. Cabs/Self-drive is preferred as other options are very time-consuming.

Note: Children below 10 years are not allowed.
Children between 11-18 years will be charged as per child fare.
Children above 18 years will be charged as per the adult fare.

Burj Khalifa, the gem of Dubai and the world's tallest building famous for its cloud-piercing height of 829 meters (2716.5 feet), is the most attractive tourist destination in Dubai. This building is three times taller than the Effiel Tower’s height and is featured with pioneering architectures appointed on the highest observation deck of the 148th-floor with a whopping height of 555 meters. Moreover, Burj Khalifa crowns various interesting facts beneath its futuristic architecture. Among them, the world’s highest elevator system with a total of 163 floors always remains the hot-potato for every traveling enthusiast.

Embark on this once in a lifetime experiencing tour where you can visit up to the 148th-floor observation deck with the tremendous high-speed elevator. Imagine yourself standing at the observation deck of either the 148th floor or the 124th floor in the world’s tallest building and framing this memorable moment with some unique photographs amidst the aerial views of Dubai city.

Bring your kids to this thrilling adventure where they can have amazing experiences. Here, they can learn about different professions and own a step in the shoes of their dream career. Let your kids have a time where they can learn about different professions in a fun way. Let them make their dream come true by grasping this unique and very realistic educational environment that allows kids between the ages of four to sixteen to do what comes naturally to them; role-playing activities that are done by adults in real life and showing them how it’s done!

Dubai, the land of imagination, embraced by numerous iconic human-made wonders. There is so much to explore in Dubai that it feels like visiting this place again and again. Although there are various water sports and beach activities to experience in Dubai, the Laguna Waterpark has a name for its scenic charm filled with different theme zones and adventurous slides and rides. This fantastic waterpark is located next to the alluring waters of Jumeirah Beach.

Embark on this fun-filled day out to Laguna Waterpark and plunge in the water slide complex with a pool lounge and other attractions such as the lazy river, children's zone, main five rides, as well as direct access to the beach and cabanas. Moreover, you can head to a licensed bar and restaurant to relish some enjoyable moments with your loved ones.

The Lazy river is a gentle water attraction nestled cozily around a gorgeous oasis where you can float down the Lazy River or either the incredible infinity pool and relax in the serenity. On the other hand, you can indulge in the fun-filled multitude of interactive water elements with the Splash Pad or jump around in the Aqua Play and climb the water structures.

The tour doesn't end here. You can surf at WaveOz 180 and unwind yourself through a fully controlled surfing activity. This memorable experience will get more exciting when you slide down through the two state-of-the-art waterslides named Constrictor and the Manta. Hang out to the North Beach La Mer and feel the blended ambience of both water worlds together.

Flying experience is something we all need to try in our lives. That fantasy has at last transformed into reality at iFly, Dubai. Situated in the City center, Mirdif, it is your chance to oppose gravity and fly, an opportunity to flaunt a few tricks and acquire new ones. The flight experience causes you to challenge gravity and fly with the assistance of a truly powerful fan, making this vertical wind tunnel.

Dubai, the land of human-made wonders, where imagination is portrayed in real or the city, goes beyond imagination. Dubai boasts an extensive range of astounding that the world has never seen before, and that's why it is the ideal destination to visit once in a life.

Embark on this 4-hour tour of Vr Park Dubai and enter into the world of imagination bases on the futuristic concept of 'shared escapism.' This iconic attraction is designed with a vision to 'Challenge Reality' by bringing the perception and reality altogether through insane experiences like spanning wholly immersive rides, interactive games, and educational journeys.

Souped in the vast expanse of two levels, this iconic attraction serves the participants of all ages by offering adrenaline, horror, tranquillity, and more, including multi-player experiences. If VR is not your motive of visit, then you can also unwind and enjoy the surroundings from the prominence of PVRK Café.

There are plenty of games that blur the perception of imagination and bring you into a real-time experience with games like John wick chronicles, where you grab hold of your AK rifle and transform into the Boogey Man. Moreover, with Plummet, you can experience skydiving without leaving the ground. Enjoy almost 15 more exciting games and experiences at this VR park.

The museum on an island! In the Arabian Peninsula, Le Louvre Abu Dhabi is a museum of a different pattern. It is a universal museum of cultural beacon that brings together vivid cultures, artworks, and artifacts of the world shining fresh light on the different stories of humanity from the museum’s honeycomb-style ‘floating’ dome and cuboid buildings. Artifacts being taken from all over the world such as Louvre Paris and other French museums.

It is designed as a museum city in the sea. Have you imagined a micro-city which is a form of the museum in the archipelago? If you wish to visit this museum, then you can choose either land or sea transportation. Louvre Abu Dhabi has been gaining well-deserved traction and praise for its world-class collection representing centuries of art – tracing humanity’s artistic heritage from the first cities of the world to achievements made in the present.

The flavour of Bollywood in Dubai!

Enjoy the paths of the colourful Hindi movies that made us happy always in an international iconic city of Dubai and get exposure like never before in the tour of Bollywood Park Dubai. Get a marvellous chance to watch the colourful shows of movies, music and much more at the park with your beloved ones when you are in Dubai. The thrilling rides, live shows, shopping options, and dining choices are the factors that make Bollywood Park Dubai an attractive place to hang out.

Note: You can also choose to explore any two of the following parks: Motiongate, Legoland Theme Park, Legoland Water Park, Bollywood Park for two parks in one-day activity.

A flying experience like never before.

Indulge yourself in the mesmerizing and scenic attractions of Dubai with a scenic seaplane tour. Enjoy the finest view of the city starting from the futuristic architecture to the pulverizing sand dunes of the Arabian Desert. If you are searching for any thrilling things to do in Dubai, then a seaplane tour is the best tour for you.

This tour is known as the ultimate Dubai excursion as it will induce you the feeling of charm, beauty, surprise and last but not the least the splendor of Dubai city. Take in the surroundings of one of the best-constructed cities in the world. See the beautiful city in all its glory from a bird's eye view.

Take off in the comfort of our state-of-the-art Cessna seaplane and feel your pulse race as you soar over Dubai attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al-Arab, Palm Jumeirah (the world’s largest man-made archipelago, shaped like a palm) and The World Islands. Choose from two take-off locations to match your convenience - Dubai Creek and Jebel Ali.

The gravity-defying flying experience will be of 20-minutes.

Note: Transportation is not inclusive in the ticket price.
How to reach: It is a 10-minute drive from Bur Dubai to Dubai Creek. Cab or Self-drive is preferred as there are no alternate routes.
It is a 40-minute drive from Bur Dubai to Jebel Ali. Cab or Self-drive is preferred as there are no alternate routes.

Dubai is a land of human-made wonders where mirages are portrayed in reality in terms of marvellous architecture. Similarly, seeing snow in the middle of a desert looks like an illusion. Still, in Dubai, you can embark on a visit to the iconic Ski Dubai, a breathtaking real snow wonderland spread over a whopping area of 3,000 square meters. This largest indoor snow park house in Dubai boasts fun-filled memories with an enormous range of fun-filled activities.

Now is the time to beat the scorching heat of the Arabian Deserts and get into the play with a wide array of snow sports at Ski Dubai that can only be enjoyed on a hill station wearing a thick layer of snow. The unique concept of a simulated atmosphere with elegant landscapes of a snow-laden hill station makes Ski Dubai an indoor snow park of its own kind. Here you can enjoy skiing over an 85-meter-high indoor mountain with magnificent slopes that boasts a real experience.

Apart from skiing, Ski Dubai offers an extensive range of fun-filled activities in the snow park play area that starts with the climbing towers, giant snowballs, icy body slide, sledge, toboggan runs, and much more. This marvellous masterpiece of architecture offers houses of penguins that can be seen several times a day; there are so many things to experience in Ski Dubai that makes this place beyond imagination.

For the love of Ferrari!

Ferrari World is simply the best theme park owing to its structure, its thrilling rides and the unique experiences it offers. Located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, this award-winning theme park gives an unparalleled fun experience.

The most interesting thing about the Ferrari World tour is the theme it follows. Everything from ride to attraction inside the park is wrapped in the theme of Ferrari. The park also holds the world record for the largest space frame structure ever built. 

The park features a number of unique rides and attractions you will not find in any other park anywhere else in the world. The park has something in store for everyone and is fun for children and adults alike. Some of the must-try rides at Ferrari World are Tyre Twist, Turbo Track and RC Challenge. 

The most exciting and thrilling one being the roller coaster ride called Formula Rossa - world’s fastest roller coaster which reaches a speed of 240 km/hr. Thrilled? Well, you should be. Besides, you can also try some experiences like Tyre Change Experience and Khalil’s Car Wash that you can try to get closer to the authentic F1 fun.

The Ferrari World Ticket covers about 20 exciting rides including all roller coaster rides and other attractions. Apart from numerous unique rides and attractions, you can also indulge in the fun of shopping on your Ferrari World tour.  There are retail outlets for interactive shopping experience here that will urge you to hike your trip budget.

The star attraction is the largest Ferrari store in the world where you can even buy personalized souvenirs. And, if all this activity makes you feel hungry, the park even has food options to satiate your hunger for Italian cuisine. Ferrari World is a fun world in itself, offering everything that is fun.

Park Operating Hours During Ramadan:
- On weekdays: Sunday to Wednesday from 11:00 a.m .- 06:00 p.m.
- On weekends: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Operational hours of Ferrari World Theme Park: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. every day.

Note- The Ferrari World Ticket package depends on the subject to availability. 

Starting point & Endpoint:
Pick-up & Drop-off will be from Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected). 

Minimum occupancy: 2 Pax

How to reach:

By public transport: Take the Green Line on the Dubai Metro to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station. From there, take Bus 190 which will take you to the heart of Yas Island
By taxi or car: Yas Waterworld is a 30-minute drive from Abu Dhabi and a 90-minute drive from Dubai
Shuttle services are available within Yas Island and Abu Dhabi

All nature lovers and adventure seekers, grab this amazing deal to explore one of the world's largest indoor aquariums. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo has won a Guinness World Record for the world's 'Largest Acrylic Panel.' The Dubai Aquarium tank is located in 'The Dubai Mall,' it houses over 33,000 aquatic animals, consisting of over 140 species. The largest collection of Sand Tiger Sharks in the world live in the tank, which is definitely a treat to the eyes. Underwater Zoo gives a chance to the visitors to witness various species of animals like penguins, crabs, piranhas, water rats, jellyfish, sea horses, and many more.

Enjoy a splendid session of undergoing fun-filled activities across the cool surface of Dubai Ice Rink and get rid of the city’s extreme temperatures by having an exciting time with 6 skate sessions.

What to Expect: 

The Crown Jewel of Dubai.

Book your IMG Worlds of Adventure tickets and have a trip to one of the best attractions in Dubai. Stretched across a vast area of 2.5 million square feet, this theme park is the crown jewel of Dubai. Dubai is home to a large number of buildings and structures holding world records in their name for various reasons; IMG Worlds of Adventure is one of them. The park holds the reputation of being the world’s largest temperature-controlled indoor themed entertainment destination. 

For a full day of entertainment, there is probably no better place in Dubai than this entertainment park catering to thrill-seekers, shopaholics, foodies, and cinema-lovers. This wonderful amusement destination has something for everyone irrespective of their age and interests. The variety of entertainments available here makes it a great option even for family outings.

Located within the City of Arabia, this large park is divided into four zones called “epic zones”. Two of the zones follow the theme of Cartoon Network and Marvel while the rest two are IMG Boulevard and The Lost Valley. The Lost Valley is a zone featuring Dinosaur Adventures zone and is the place where you can find yourself some of the most thrilling rides.  The park has a wide array of entertainments and activities to try including unique roller coasters and the kind of rides that will get your adrenaline pumping.

There are plenty of fun activities for kids to try at IMG Worlds of Adventure. If you want to try something more than just indulging in thrilling activities, IMG Worlds of Adventure has numerous other attractions too. The park also features 12-screen Novo complex cinema where you will definitely find at least one movie of your choice. 

If a full day of adventure and activity has emptied your stomach, there are some excellent eateries inside the park where you can enjoy palatable delicacies from the cuisine of your choice.

Note: Kids aged between 0-3 years are free of cost.
Pick-up & Drop-off point will be Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected). Minimum 2 persons are required to avail transfer option.

About the activity:

- Visit the most amazing attractions in Dubai which is an engineering and architectural wonder combined with the incredible beauty of nature.
- The Garden Planet had been created to bolster education about the planet's greenest ecosystems, bringing together nature and the science around it to the people in Dubai.
- With the ticket, you will get access to the UAE's first tropical forest in an enclosed bio-dome with a ticket to The Green Planet.
- Explore a whole new world of exotic flora and fauna in this fully immersive vertical tropical forest and discover and interact with more than 3,000 plants and animals.
- Enjoy a day in the nature and learn the crises that can happen anytime soon in the natural environment.

NOTE: Saturday to Wednesday, 10:00AM-6:00PM & Thursday to Friday, 10:00AM-8:00PM.
Address: City Walk - Al Wasl - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Global Village in Dubai, sticking to the lifeline of its name. This village boasts a portrayal of culture from 90 countries across the world. This exciting village's architecture has pioneered its name for Dubai's most extensive shopping, tourism, entertainment, and leisure project. With a whopping area of 17,200,000 sq. feet, you can indulge in a comprehensive range of unlimited options filled with a wild toast of fun, entertainment, adventure, excitement, and thrill.

The famous state-of-the-art rides and slides make Global Village Dubai an ideal destination for family entertainment. It is not a doubt that with so many entertainment options appointed for children and adults, this iconic village has become the most visited tourist destination in Dubai.

Embark on this lifetime experience to Global village, behold the unique blend of best cultural experiences that anyone can have in Dubai through 32 giant pavilions and giant stalls representing 75 countries globally. Explore this widespread village with authentic culture, heritage, and best-cooked flavours of UAE and 70 countries. Grab on the tickets for a fantastic day filled with the rides, the cultural shows, the global flavours, the souvenirs, the foods, the excitement, etc., and get into the lapse of a rich global culture.

Fine-dine, Arabic style.

Have the experience of sailing in a Dhow cruise - Arabic style wooden boats. And have a fine-dine experience on the cruise while having the breath-taking and wonderful views of Dubai in the night. This cruise experience laced with mouthwatering delicacies, breathtaking views, and romantic ambiance is your perfect escape to ecstasy. Cruise over the calm waters of Dubai Marina, illuminated by the lights of the dazzling buildings bordering the waters. 

Dubai Marina is among the most iconic parts of Dubai. Built along a 3 km stretch of Persian Gulf shoreline, it is an artificial canal city. It is dotted with a number of attractions displaying the excellence of architecture in Dubai. Dubai Creek is the most interesting part, though. The best way to enjoy the beauty of this area is by taking a dhow cruise.

Enjoy this unique dining experience while the dhow cruises softly, offering some gorgeous vistas. You can choose to spend your evening cruising at an open-air upper deck or a full air-conditioned lower deck as this tour offers you the access to both parts. You can also enjoy the Live Tanura Show on your tour that will take you one step closer to the culture of Dubai. On this dhow dinner cruise in Dubai Marina, you get a chance to sail over the waters for 2 hours before you are dropped back at your hotel.

The Cruise experience and dinner will be for 2 hours (8.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.). The complete experience will be of 3 hours.
The itinerary will be as followed:

- You will be picked up from your Dubai hotel and taken to the boarding area.
(Near Deira or Bur Dubai at 7:00 PM to 7:15 PM & New Dubai(Barsha, Downtown) at 7:30 PM to 7:45 PM.
- After your time on the dhow, you will disembark at the meeting point or be dropped off to your hotel.

The ride includes-
- Free unlimited packaged drinking water.
- High-end service through professionally trained Staff.
- Latest Background Music (English, Arabic & Hindi).
- Fully Air-Conditioned Lower Deck For Luxurious Experience.
- Open-Air Upper Deck For A Romantic Setting.
- Enjoy the storytelling art with professional Tanura dance.
- Admire the breathtaking views of the Dubai shoreline.

Note: Minimum 2 persons are required to avail transfer option.

Morning with the sand dunes.

Dubai's most famous characteristic is its desert. Dubai is blessed with a large stretch of scenic deserts.
Morning desert safari in Dubai is one of the many activities that contribute to its unmatched fame among tourists all over the globe.

There are numerous adventure activities to try in the golden sands of this golden state, ranging from sand-boarding and 4x4 desert safari to camel safari. Start your day on an adventurous note by taking in the great activities in the Arabian Desert.
Leaving the mundane city life behind, indulge in exciting desert activities like camel riding, quad biking, sand boarding and dune bashing across red sandy dunes in Lahbab area with this activity package. 

These once-in-a-lifetime activities are bound to get your adrenaline pumping and giving you a time of your life on this experience. Though there are a couple of time slots available to enjoy desert adventure activities in Dubai, opt for morning slot as it is the best time to experience these fun activities since, during the other slots, the heat of Dubai may alter your experience.

There are two options available for this tour:

Basic Package Details:
- Pick Up by 4x4 from the hotel and home Dubai / Sharjah.
- Desert red sand Dune Bashing of 25 – 30 minutes.
- Photographic Opportunity.
- Camel Riding (Optional & Extra Charge).
- Sand Boarding (Optional & Extra Charge).
- Quad Biking (Optional & Extra Charge ).
- Tour Duration around (8:00am to 12:00pm).

Advanced Package Details:
- Pick-Up and Drop-off by 4x4 from your residence Dubai/Sharjah.
- Pick-up by 4x4 from your residence Dubai/Sharjah (8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.).
- Dune Bashing in High Red Dunes for 35 - 45 Minutes.
- Free Camel Riding.
- Free Sand Boarding.
- Free Soft drinks, Water.
- Quad Biking (Optional & Extra Charges).
- Drop-Off 4x4 around (12:30pm to 1:30pm).

Note: Minimum 2 persons are required to book the advanced package tour.
Minimum of 4 persons is required to book the basic package tour.
Children below 3 years of age are free of charge.
Children above 3 years of age will be charged as per the adult fare.

Dubai, a place where mirages are real, the human-made land of wonders. Dubai is the most visited holiday destination in the world. Whether it be the artificial floating island, artificial building, or the tallest building globally, there is so much to explore in Dubai that it always feels like visiting this place again and again.

Embark on this tour to Dubai Garden Glow, where imagination glitters at night. Dubai Garden Glow is the world’s most uniquely themed park souped in the vast expanse of a well-crafted colossal garden. Every iconic attraction in Garden Glow, such as Ice Park, glowing animals, and a replica of Burj Khalifa, is an absolute example of Fine Art made using recyclable items with integrated future tech that makes them glow at night.

The Dubai Garden Glow is also known as the world of imagination. Get ready to witness the biggest dinosaur park in the world appointed with a record-breaking 100 animatronic dinosaurs within. With the vision of boasting the blend of education and entertainment, you can enrich your knowledge about the prehistoric era and the incredible reptiles that have lived on our planet. 

By the end of the tour, get ready to be amazed by the mega-sized artificial garden illuminated in the light known as the Glow Park. Inspired by nature and the unique wonders of the world, the park’s theme is changed every year. Moreover, you can indulge in an extensive range of fun-filled activities like the Talking Tree, Stage Shows, Sparkling Garden, Taste Hotspots, Laser Light Show, Street Performers. Adding to your fun, this uniquely themed park also features live performances by international, regional artists and acrobats.

Home to globetrotters seeking an ideal vacation amidst the astounding wonders, Dubai is such a marvellous place that you can slash out a dozen of experiences on your bucket list just in a visit of a single day. There is so much to explore in Dubai that it always feels like visiting this place again and again.

Embark on this tour to Dubai Miracle Garden and unwind yourself with the spectacular structures of over 50 million flowers and 250 million plants. The Dubai Miracle Garden is filled with colourful paths boasting the aroma of numerous exotic flowers that makes it one of the must-visit romantic places in Dubai. This human-made wonder is nestled cosily in a vast expanse of 72,000 square meters. Here you will get to enrich your knowledge by exploring millions of flower species and vegetation of 70 different flower varieties.