Top Family-Friendly Attractions and Entertainment in Dubai

AD. Dubai is renowned globally for its array of futuristic architectural marvels, wonderful amusement parks, seemingly endless dining options, and a range of shopping experiences. Families from around the world flock to Dubai for holidays because the city is a virtual treasure chest of family-friendly attractions. Theme parks, aquariums, immersive cultural experiences, safaris – Dubai provides all this and more for families. Here's a detailed guide about the top family-friendly attractions and entertainment in Dubai.

Family-Friendly Attractions and Entertainment in Dubai

Dubai Parks & Resorts

This is possibly the crowning glory of Dubai’s family-friendly sites. This almost city-sized entertainment spot is home to four immensely popular theme parks:

• Legoland Dubai – this is the perfect spot for families with kids in the 2-12 age bracket. The kids can go for a tour of the Lego factory and the Lego Kingdom; and they can go wild in the Miniland, which is a fascinating miniature version of the world, created by using Lego bricks numbering over 20 million!
• Legoland Water Park – this is adjacent to the theme park. A number of slides and splash zones here allow the kids to splash around and enjoy themselves. There’s also a meandering lazy river that invites the kids to create their own Lego rafts.
• Motiongate Dubai – this zone is based on the Hollywood theme. Various thrilling rides & exciting attractions draw the kids here, based on global blockbusters churned out by Columbia Pictures, DreamWorks, and Lionsgate. The ever-popular kids’ zones here are the ones themed on movies like Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, and Shrek.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Among the largest of its kind in the world, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo tickets offer visitors to watch thousands of aquatic creatures. It is located in Dubai Mall. With a capacity of 10 million litres of water, the aquarium is home to a huge range of aquatic fauna including sting rays, sharks, giant crocodiles, and many more. The entire family will simply love the walk through the tunnel, viewing life forms all around. You can also go for a glass-bottomed boat ride that allows you to view the animals right under your feet! The older kids can take part in a thrilling dive with sharks activity. Do also check out the underwater zoo for its fascinating collection of marine fauna like otters, penguins, etc.

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KidZania Dubai

Welcome to a miniature city designed exclusively for kids. This attraction is also located in Dubai Mall. Here, over 80 simulated professions are awaiting the kids for a round of role play. The little ones can assume the identities of noble professions like firefighters, doctors, news anchors, chefs, pilots – and many more! And they also get paid through the local currency – KidZos. Through this fun activity, kids can also get to know more about the intricacies of various professions and learn important skills like teamwork, money management, and other important skills in a fun way.

Dubai Miracle Garden

This is the largest natural flower garden in the world. You can visit this floral wonderland anytime between November & April. More than 150 million flowers will welcome you here as you get wide-eyed by the eruption of colours and designs all around you. Floral castles, floral archways shaped like the heart, floral replicas of notable landmarks – all this will leave you & the entire family fixated! The crowning glory here is the stupendous life-size replica of an Emirates A380 aircraft, made entirely out of thousands of flowers of every shade. Make sure you don’t miss this visit.

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Global Village

This is another seasonal attraction, operational between October & April. This is a theme park based on the unification of global cultures – something which is also the very essence of the city of Dubai. The global village tickets offers a huge pavilions from over 90 countries can be seen here. Each offering their unique clothes, gift items, home décor pieces, cultural artefacts, and food. It’s akin to taking a global trip in the span of an evening.

Dubai Dolphinarium

This Creek Park site conducts daily shows where seals & dolphins put up really engaging shows and stunts. The entire family can enjoy the funny acrobatics of these adorable creatures as they jump through hoops, juggle, and even dance! Kids can also swim and get up close with the wonderful dolphins. 

Ski Dubai

Yes, you can ski in Dubai! Yes, it’s real snow! Located in the Mall of the Emirates, this wondrous indoor ski resort consists of ski slopes, chairlifts, and live penguins! Yes, you read that right. Let the kids frolic around as they explore the snow caves, go tobogganing, snowball fighting, or building a snowman. Enjoy the cool climes as the heat rages outside!

And Finally….

Globally renowned as a top-notch family vacation destination, Dubai offers something for everyone. Fun learning for kids, immersive cultural experiences for the entire family, adventure sports opportunities teenagers & young adults – Dubai would keep you and your family fully engaged for the entire duration of your stay!