Top 5 Things to do in Dubai with Kids

Posted by John Fernandis on June 20th, 2022

Dubai, one of the most luxurious cities in the world, is also home to some of the most iconic architectural attractions like the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Frame, etc., making it an ideal city to go sightseeing. However, sightseeing is not the only thing that you can do in Dubai. In fact, the city is a fun playground for little ones, as there are several attractions here made specially for kids. This is the reason why Dubai is a popular holiday destination for people around the world. While the list of things to do in Dubai with kids is an exhaustive one, here we present to you the Top 5 Things to do in Dubai with Kids

Legoland Dubai

LEGOs are synonymous with childhood almost all over the world. Children love to play with the tiny blocks and characters and create something wonderful with their imagination. So wouldn’t they be excited to go to a place that is completely made of LEGOS. Here, we are talking about Legoland, the only Lego-themed amusement park in the Middle East.

Legoland Dubai is part of the larger Dubai Parks & Resorts. This theme park has 6 zones: Factory, Imagination, Kingdoms, Adventure, and Miniland. A tour of the Factory would show how these blocks are made and also give you the chance to buy LEGOs at its store. At the LEGO City, children get to have fun while steering a boat, driving a car, flying a plane, and saving a burning building. Imagination, Kingdoms, and Adventure are zones where you can enjoy some outdoor and indoor rides and attractions. Then there is Miniland, where you will get to see the skyline of Dubai fully made of LEGO blocks. You can also check out Legoland Water Park and Legoland Resort here.

Timings:

Monday to Thursday: 10 AM to 6 PM

Friday to Sunday: 10 AM to 7 PM

IMG Worlds of Adventure

Spread around an area of 1.5 million square feet, the IMG Worlds of Adventure is the largest indoor theme park in the world. Filled with adventures and entertainment, the IMG World is popular amongst people of all ages, making it a family-friendly attraction. From enjoying thrilling rides to indulging in shopping and dining, there are loads you can do here.

The IMG Worlds of Adventure is divided into 7 zones: Marvel, Lost Valley, Cartoon Network, The Haunted Hotel, IMG Boulevard, IMG Kids Zone, and Novo Cinemas. Meet your favorite Marvel characters and enjoy rides associated with them at the Marvel Zone. Lost Valley zone will take you on a dinosaur adventure, while kids will have a fun time on rides related to popular Cartoon Network characters. If the adventure level of the zones is not enough, you must visit The Haunted Hotel, especially if you love the horror genre. If the rides and attractions of the IMG Worlds is too much for the little ones in your family, take them to the IMG Kids Zone, where they will have the time of their lives at the large inflatable adventure playground. Lastly, visit Novo Cinemas to enjoy the latest blockbuster in the most luxurious way.

Timings:

Monday to Thursday: 12 PM to 10 PM

Friday to Sunday: 12 PM to 11 PM

Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark

Known as the best water park in Dubai, Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark is located inside the premises of Hotel Atlantis, the Palm, the crowning glory of Palm Jumeirah. This waterpark is home to rides, slides, pools, and attractions for everyone, right from children to adults. Along with the waterpark, you also get access to Atlantis’ private beach, where you can enjoy a few drinks as well as adventurous water sports.

The main attraction of Aquaventure Waterpark is its thrilling water slides. Be it Tower of Neptune, Zoomerango, Poseidon’s Revenge, Leap of Faith, or Tower of Poseidon, be ready to scream your lungs out at each of these amazing slides. Then there are river rides, where you can swim or surf through the 1.6 km long river. Aquaventure Water Park also gives you the chance to try feed cownose rays and go on a shark safari. There is also Splashers Kids’ Play area, dedicated to the little ones. If you have time, you must also check out the Lost Chambers Aquarium as well as dolphin experiences at Atlantis.

Timings

Monday to Sunday: 9:45 AM to 6:30 PM

KidZania Dubai

Children are naturally curious and love to learn new things. And the best way of learning something is by actually doing it, and Kidzania Dubai gives kids the chance to do just that. An indoor theme park located inside Dubai Mall, KidZania is perfect for children between the ages of 2 and 16 years. Here they can go beyond classroom learning and develop certain life skills that will prove helpful for them in the future.

KidZania Dubai gives children the opportunity to choose from more than 40 professions to role-play. The can become chefs, news reporters, doctors, nurses, firefighters, teachers, actors, directors, DJs, dancers, musicians, etc. Children can also try playing games like billiards and foosball in the Games Room. They can not only learn on-the-job but also earn KidZania money. At the end of day, they can spend their KidZania or KidZos at the retail store to buy some souvenirs or gifts. The best part is while kids are having a good time at the various zones, parents can relax at the lounge while drinking a cup of coffee.

Timings

Monday to Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM

La Mer Beach

It is true that kids love theme parks and water parks. However, your Dubai trip should not be only about visiting these world-class attractions. Rather, you and your kids should spend some time outdoors, especially at the beaches of Dubai. While there is no dearth of beaches in Dubai, La Mer is the best place to go to with kids. 

La Mer is spread along an area of 1.24 million square meters and is made up of 4 zones, namely The Beach, thee North Island, the South Island, and the Entertainment Hub. The beach is where you can enjoy the sun, sand, and surf while lounging on the sand and taking part in water and beach sports. You can try your hand at jet skiing, wake surfing, flyboarding, kayaking, standup paddling, and wakeboarding here. However, the place that interests the visitors the most is the Entertainment Hub, where there is a waterpark (Laguna Waterpark), trampoline park, surf park, gymnasium, and cinema. There is also Hawa Hawa, an inflatable playground, where the kids and adults would love bouncing. You will also find plenty of restaurants that serve delicious food at La Mer.

Timings

Sunday to Thursday: 10 AM to 10 PM 

Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to 12 AM

Restaurants and cafes are open till 12 Am every day

The top 5 things to do in Dubai with kids is just a gist of what you can do in Dubai while travelling with kids. Apart from these, there are plenty of things that kids would love to do in the city. Visiting the Green Planet, going on a desert safari, taking part in a cultural tour at the SMCCU, exploring the DubaiAquarium and Underwater Zoo, watching the Dubai Fountain Show, and viewing the entire city from the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa are few other things that you should do with kids in Dubai.