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20 Fun Things To Do For Toddlers In The UAE This Summer

August 18, 2020 Posted by: Kidzapp Team Kids Activities

There are still a couple of weeks left of the summer holiday and if you're anything like us and running out of ideas on how to keep your tiniest ones occupied, we hope that the below picks can help mix things up a bit. From fantastic indoor play areas, budget-friendly picks to places you can explore the animal world, here are some super fun things to do for toddlers in the UAE this summer.

Some venues may have limited capacity, age restrictions or temporarily unavailable activities. We recommend that you call ahead to check for availability to avoid disappointment.

Mommy & Me Playdate at Xpark Jr

Enjoy XPark Jr’s natural playscape at a special price with your little ones. Gain access to all of the park's beautiful spaces where your kids can play and explore the outdoor forest like playscape with plenty of shade, meet lots of friendly animals, and get a free arts & crafts pack (to be done at home). Meanwhile, mommies enjoy a coffee or tea and a pastry by Park House Café for AED 15.

Now you can choose your preferred timing of visit as per the following schedule:

Sunday & Monday | 8:00am to 10:00am
Tuesday | 3:00pm to 5:pm
Wednesday | 10:30am to 12:30pm

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Location:
Off Kite Beach
Working Hours:
Sun-Wed from 8:00
Prices:
1 Adult + Kid: AED 40/2hrsTea + Pastry: AED 15

Cheeky Monkeys

Your kids can have a blast as they learn through play at Cheeky Monkeys dedicated to endless fun. The award-winning soft-play area is home to up to a 5-level play structure with slides, trampolines & climbers, and ball pits for toddlers.

Enjoy bonding with your little ones as you create endless artistic projects in their fully stocked arts and crafts garden, or watch them explore the life-size Monkey Clubhouse, and get pampered at the Kids Salon.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Pay AED 65 for 2hrs play on Sundays to Wednesdays! Offer available at all reopened branches.

The venue is operating at limited capacity - CALL AHEAD BEFORE BOOKING to confirm availability on your preferred date.

Kids under 2 are currently not allowed entry.

Reopened branches in Al Barsha, Downtown Dubai, J3 Mall, The Pointe, JBR and Arabian Ranches.

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Location:
Venues across Dubai
Working Hours:
Sun-Sat 9:00 to 20:00
Prices:
1 Hour: AED 552 hours: AED 65 with KidzappAdditional Hour: AED 30

The Green Planet

Bring your family and spend the day making new friends in a tropical forest full of exotic flora and fauna. For the curious, adventurous, young, and old, The Green Planet offers a first-hand encounter with some of nature's wonders.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Save 20% on your entry tickets!

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Location:
City Walk, Al Wasl
Working Hours:
Mon-Sat 10:00 to 18:00, Sun Closed
Prices:
Adult: AED 89 with KidzappChild 3-10yrs: AED 69 with KidzappUnder 3s: FREE

Bricobilandia

Enter a unique play zone that allows your kiddies to get as creative as they like with endless LEGO building blocks. Join in on workshops for any age, get girly in the LEGO Friends zone, and enjoy plenty of famous LEGO collections such as Disney and Star Wars.

Need to run some errands or just want a little me-time? Your kids (from 3yrs+) can stay and play with Bricobilandia's experienced staff.

The Duplo area for toddlers (1.5yrs to 3yrs) is currently unavailable

KIDZAPP DEAL: Buy one get one on 60min Play

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Location:
2nd Floor, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah
Working Hours:
Sun-Sat 10:00 to 22:00
Prices:
1 Hour: AED 1002 Hours: AED 150 with Kidzapp3 Hours: AED 200Full Day: AED 250

Dig It Dubai

Your kiddies are in for some digging fun at this edutainment play space based around a real working building site. Boys and girls will learn how to work together as they dig, move, build and create using various means that stimulate their imagination and provide an active, enriching play experience.

Your children can look forward to activities such as ‘climb aboard’ - a real-life digger, operating remote control cars, driving lessons, workshops as well as sand play. Besides the creative play space, kids can also enjoy yummy food & beverage options on-site at the Dig It Café.

Though most activities are best suitable for kids 3-10yrs, there's a small soft play area for the tinies as well. Kids under 2yrs go free if accompanied by a paying carer (AED 40).

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Location:
Al Afnan St , The Springs Souk, Springs 7
Working Hours:
Daily 12:00 to 22:00
Prices:
--Stay & Dig--AED 80/2hrsExtra Hour: AED 40Workshop: AED 30--Drop & Dig--AED 125/90minExtra 30min: AED 5030min Workshop: 30min incl.

La La Land Uptown Mirdif

Your littles are in for a ton of fun over at La La Land where they can get busy with a host of activities. Blow off some steam over at the Playground that comes complete with slide, trampoline, ball pool, and mats. Your kiddies can also play with a range of educational toys and play dress-up.

Your older kids will enjoy plopping down on a bean bag and getting lost in an electronic adventure in the PS4 area.

Made up of different interactive galleries that combine 30+ hands-on activities, this awesome wonderland focuses on an open-ended and non-judgmental play for children through installations created by academics, artists, professors, and designers.

Hands-on activities include making paper planes and launching them, making art and crafts, creating shapes that can float on a stream of air, and making cars with Lego.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Save up to 25% on your play fees!

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Location:
Uptown Mirdif, Next to food court, Inside the Garden Galleria Area
Working Hours:
Sun-Thu 8:00 to 23:00, Fri-Sat until 00:00
Prices:
First Hour: AED 35 with KidzappAdditional Hour: AED 15 with Kidzapp

Orange Wheels Town Centre Jumeirah

Explore an exciting indoor and outdoor play area that is home to so much excitement for your little ones. From themed arts and crafts, pretend play, a thrilling soft play area, interactive cooking stations and an outdoor water-play space, Orange Wheels’ hands-on activity programs are designed to promote education, excellence and entertainment in a thoroughly safe environment.

Capacity is at currently at 50% and you need to book in advance. Two adults go free per paying child.

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Location:
1st Floor, Town Centre Jumeirah
Working Hours:
Daily 10:00 to 19:30
Prices:
Play Rate: AED 80 for 90min

Splash N Party Dubai

Get wet and splash around as you ride the aquatic waterslides and swim in the pools - or even fly down the thrilling zip line. This intimate, gated compound has something for everyone with splash pads for the little ones and a restaurant and juice bar for you.

Every Sunday & Wednesday is LADIES DAY from 3pm to 9pm. Boys 10yrs and below are welcome.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Pay just AED 150 instead of AED 198 for two adults and 2 kids - plus, your two kids get one free ride on the zipline and a kids' meal too!

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Location:
Villa No. 1, Street 8A, Safa 2, Jumeirah
Working Hours:
Daily 9:00 to 21:00
Prices:
2x Adults + 2 Kids: AED 150 with Kidzapp1 Adult + 1 Child: AED 99.0Extra Adult: AED 50.0

A-MAZE-ING Summer at BurJuman

Stay cool this summer as BurJuman brings the outdoors indoor with an “A-MAZE-ING” Dubai Summer Surprises extravaganza for the whole family (with strict social distancing and safety protocols in place).

Navigate through a life-size, 18-metre-long MAZE filled with picture-perfect opportunities; explore the Insta-worthy photo-op stations spread across the mall or treat yourself with the diverse F&B offerings.

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Location:
Burjuman Mall, Bur Dubai
Working Hours:
Until Aug 26, Daily 14:00 to 22:00
Prices:
All Activities: FREE

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Explore the Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Zoo and bring your family face to face with exciting underwater life, which lets you immerse yourself in the world of sharks, stingrays, and piranha.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Save over 40% on your tickets!

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Location:
Ground & Level 2, The Dubai Mall, Downtown
Working Hours:
Sun-Thu 12:00 to 22:00, Fri-Sat from 10:00
Prices:
Adult - Basic Ticket: AED 120 with KidzappChild - Basic Ticket: AED 120 with KidzappChild 2 and under: FREE

Love Lake Dubai

Take a trip to the desert and check out a man-made lake in the shape of two intertwined hearts. The word LOVE is spelled out in trees right in front of it, making for a perfect spot to spend some time with your loved ones.

Take a long stroll, watch the colourful fish, snap wonderful shots at cute and quirky nature props, and even have a family picnic!

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Location:
Al Qudra Lakes, Al Marmoom Desert
Working Hours:
Accessible throughout the day
Prices:
Entry: FREE

Cuckoo's

Allow your kids to explore, experiment and learn through play, all while developing physical coordination and having a great time. The kids play area relies on the use of specially designed age-related activities, arts and crafts, a kinetic sand pit, playdough, coloring, a lego wall and many STEM toys.

Lookout for Cuckoo's many events and camps including but not limited to storytelling, magic shows, puppet shows and many seasonal celebrations.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Buy one get one 1 hour play!

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Location:
The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence
Working Hours:
Sun-Wed 10:00 to 23:00, Thu-Sat until 00:00
Prices:
2 Hours: AED 70 with Kidzapp

OliOli

This exciting and unusual play space showcases 8 galleries drawing inspiration from children's museums, science centres and art studios across the world lets you and your children immerse yourselves in a colourful and whimsical environment with stimulating and interactive activities.

The venue is temporarily open at reduced capacity - only 90 individuals at a time (adults and children alike)

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Location:
62 4th Street, Al Quoz
Working Hours:
Sun-Thu 9:00 to 18:00, Fri-Sat until 19:00
Prices:
Child > 23months: AED 126Child 12-23 months: AED 63Adult: AED 42

Emirates Park Zoo

Housing hippos, flamingos, reptiles, and over 1,400 wild animals and pets, this Zoo and resort is a perfect way to spend the day as a family. Get up close and personal with the animals and discover all the different species.

You and your littles can even join the feeding of various animals including giraffes, elephants, goats, monkeys and hippos.

Give your kids an unforgettable zoo experience by checking out the exciting animal shows and presentations, including a Sea Lion presentation, Elephant Encounter, and Tropical Birds Show.

Your kids will enjoy the sea lions' tricks of diving, climbing, and dancing, and will get a better understanding of the ecology of sea, the roles humans play in conserving sea lions and learn about their methods of adaptation. You can also opt for the exciting elephant feeding session and an educational program about the largest land mammal in the world.

As a third option, your family can also enjoy a fun-filled presentation of the lovely tropical birds featuring blue, golden macaws, parrots, and rose-breasted cockatoos. What's more, you will also get a chance to learn about the types of birds and see them do amusing tricks.

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Location:
Al Bahyah, Abu Dhabi
Working Hours:
Daily from 11:00
Prices:
-Limited Time Offer-Adult: AED 30Child 3-16yrs: AED 30Under 2s: FREE

Yas Waterworld

There's something for everyone at this family-orientated waterpark. Fun areas include the tots playground Marah Fortress which has swings and slides with squirters for the littlest, while rides and larger slides will get your older adrenaline junkies flying around the park. It's fun for all the family.

KIDZAPP DEAL: Save up to 20% on your entry tickets!

It is mandatory to book your visiting date before arriving at the theme park.

The theme park will operate at reduced capacity and some attractions/features may be temporarily unavailable.

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Location:
Yas Island
Working Hours:
Sun/Tue/Wed/Sat 10:00 to 20:00, Mon/Thu 14:00 to 23:00, Fri 10:00 to 22:00
Prices:
Adult: AED 199 with KidzappChild Child 4-10yrs: AED 189 with KidzappChild 3yrs and under: AED 0.0

Soul Beach

Head out for a fun day under the sun at this new 1km beachfront paradise on Saadiyat Island.

You can order food and beverages right from your sun lounger. Each table features a QR code, which gives you access to the menu. Orders can be made via WhatsApp, and will be delivered by buggy.

All sun beds are spaced at least two metres apart, with free sanitiser on hand for guests, while a lifeguard will watch the swimming zone.

Price per person includes the use of a sun bed and a parasol

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Location:
Saadiyat Waterfront
Working Hours:
Sun-Sat 8:00 to sunset
Prices:
--WEEKDAY--Adult: AED 50Child: AED 25--WEEKENDS--Adult: AED 75Child: AED 25

Arabia's Wildlife Centre

Discover the amazing diversity of indigenous wildlife found on the Arabian Peninsula at Sharjah Arabia's Wildlife Centre. The whole family will be amazed at the sight of wildcats, gazelles, Nubian ibex, flamingos, baboons, Arabian Leopards, and much more.

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Location:
Al Dhaid Road, Sharjah (near Sharjah Zoo)
Working Hours:
Sun-Thu 9:00 to 17:30, Fri from 14:00, Sat from 11:00, Tue closed
Prices:
Adult: AED 15Kids<12: FREE

Kids Fun House

Dive into an aquatic-themed, soft adventure playground where your children will discover a world of slides, obstacle courses, climbing frames, and ball pits. Not only is the play area designed beautifully, but it also ensures your little ones' safety.

Children below 3 are required to be accompanied by a guardian.

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Location:
Al Qasba, Sharjah
Working Hours:
Daily 9:00 to 21:00
Prices:
1 Hour: AED 302 Hours: AED 50Guardian: AED 10

Sharjah Aquarium

Explore the fascinating hidden world of the deep sea with all of its amazing creatures at the Sharjah Aquarium. Your whole family can enjoy an up-close look at the local fish and learn about Sharjah’s historic coasts and ports.

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Location:
Al Khan Old Area
Working Hours:
Sat-Thu 10:00 to 18:00, Fri 16:00 to 20:00, Fri closed
Prices:
Adult: AED 25Kids 2-12yrs: AED 15Under 2s: FREESeniors 60+: FREEPpl of Determination: FREE

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