Planning for a summer vacation in Dubai with your family – but worried about the punishing temperatures while visiting outdoor attractions like safaris? Don’t worry – Dubai has an array of indoor attractions that are no less beautiful than their outdoor counterparts. These experiences are as immersive as they are educational – combining fun, creativity and adventure for a most memorable experience. Read on to know more about the best indoor attractions in Dubai for families & kids.
The Green Planet Dubai – A Thrilling Indoor Rainforest
A slice of a tropical rainforest – right here in the desert land of Dubai! That’s what The Green Planet is all about. It brings you the natural wonders indoors – where more than 3000 species of tropical flora & fauna like birds, reptiles, toucans, and sloths mesmerize you in their perfectly recreated tropical habitats. The entire family can interact with the animal keepers and get enlightened about the lifestyles, feeding sessions, and conservation efforts of these beauties. This is a most immersive experience for everyone between 8 and 80 years.
IMG Worlds of Adventure – World’s Largest Indoor Theme Park
Among the most-visited indoor attractions of Dubai, this massive IMG world of adventure theme park is a must-visit for thrill and storytelling enthusiasts. Various themed rides in the Marvel Zone and animatronic dinosaurs and games in the Lost Valley – Dinosaur Adventure would keep the young ones hooked, for sure – and many elders too! Younger kids can have a blast at the Cartoon Network zone. Within the air-conditioned comforts of IMG Worlds of Adventure, a variety of rides are available – gentler ones for the younger kids and more action-packed stuff for the older ones. And besides the rides, IMG Worlds also has a wide range of restaurants, cafes, gaming arcades, and souvenir shops.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo – a Magical Submarine World
Step inside this magnificent zone in Dubai Mall – the world’s largest shopping mall. This Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo offers multiple underwater adventure opportunities. A huge number of marine fauna like sting-rays, sharks, and other various colorful fish would welcome you in the massive tank. Take a walk along the almost 50-meters-long underwater tunnel, surrounded by diverse marine animal life. Interact with penguins, crocodiles, otters, and sea creatures in the Underwater Zoo. You may also go for the immensely thrilling shark dives, and glass-bottomed boat rides. This is a must-visit spot for adventure & marine enthusiasts.
OliOli – A Must-Visit Children’s Play Museum
Would you want your kids to go through an experience that combines educational learning and hands-on play? We’re sure you would – and so, OliOli® is a must-visit for you. This is a standout museum, especially for kids & toddlers. Various themed galleries like Air Gallery, Cars & Ramps, Water Gallery, and Future Park house over 40 exhibits that playfully teach various motor skills to kids. There is a range of kid-centric play zones where the exhibits smoothly blend imagination, art, and science – allowing for playful learning for the entire family.
Museum of the Future – An Educational Journey Into the Days Ahead
Next-gen technology and top-level imagination come together to create a truly magical immersive experience for visitors in the Museum of the Future. Explore the infinite space, take a glance into how the civilizations of the future would look like, and gain some hands-on AR/VR experience through interactive exhibits. The kids gain an awesome outer-space and innovation experience here because the museum encourages the young minds to get creative and also nurture their curiosity. The kids love to engage with complex scientific ideas here that are made very simple for them to grasp & enjoy.
KidZania Dubai – A Miniature City to Play & Learn In
Let the kids get some serious learning here through games & adventure. This is a scaled-down city where the kids assume different real-life professions like firefighters, doctors, chefs, police personnel, and more, in a perfectly safe & simulated environment. The kids are paid in KidZania’s currency – KidZos – that make them aware about important aspects like money management & savings. The kids also gain valuable insights into life skills like coordination, team handling, and resource management – all while maintaining the ambience of fun & adventure.
To conclude, there is seemingly no end to Dubai’s indoor attractions that offer unforgettable experiences for the entire family. Fun, creative learning and adventure blend nicely in these experiences. Animal lovers, adventure enthusiasts, budding professionals – Dubai has some indoor attraction for everyone. But be sure to book tickets in advance, especially during peak tourists seasons and weekends.
