Things to Do in Dubai With Kids — 10 Best Family Attractions

LEGOLAND® Dubai at Dubai Parks & Resorts, Jebel Ali, Dubai is a must for families with kids aged 2 to 12 who love LEGO, rides and hands-on fun. With 40+ rides, shows and interactive attractions, the park takes you through six themed zones - Factory, Miniland, Kingdoms, Imagination, Adventure and LEGO® City. The new season is set to reopen in early October — check the venue page for exact dates.

Your child can take the wheel at Driving School, zoom through The Dragon, explore an underwater world and build their own LEGO creations along the way. With a mix of indoor and outdoor attractions, it’s easy to spend 5-7 hours here, making it a great choice for a full day out.

Good to know: If your child is under 3, entry is free, but some rides may not be suitable due to height requirements, so younger toddlers won't be able to experience everything in the park.

Make the most of the Multi-Park Pass from AED 295 (per person 3+ yrs) on Kidzapp by choosing two parks for the same day:

• LEGOLAND® Dubai + LEGOLAND Water Park for a LEGO-filled day of rides and water play, or
• LEGOLAND® Dubai + Motiongate Dubai for a mix of LEGO adventures and movie-themed attractions.

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Motiongate™ Dubai reopens for its new season in October, bringing movie-inspired rides, characters and interactive experiences to Dubai Parks & Resorts in Jebel Ali. Check the venue's latest operating dates and timings before visiting. Your child can step into worlds inspired by Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, The Smurfs and Ghostbusters, meet familiar characters and move from one themed attraction to the next.

Younger children can hop aboard the Smurf Village Express, explore Shrek's Merry Fairy Tale Journey or enjoy the Smurfs' interactive play areas. Older kids can take on bigger adventures such as Dragon Gliders, Madagascar Mad Pursuit and Zombieland Blast Off, while family-friendly shows add a break between rides. Allow around 5-7 hours to explore the park at a comfortable pace.

Good to know: Younger children have plenty of family-friendly options, but some of the bigger rides are better suited to older kids and have height restrictions.

Make the most of the Multi-Park Pass from AED 295 per person (3yrs+) on Kidzapp by pairing Motiongate Dubai with LEGOLAND Dubai or LEGOLAND Water Park. Younger children may enjoy combining LEGO rides and water play, while older kids can mix LEGOLAND with Motiongate's movie-themed attractions. Both parks must be visited on the same date.

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Real Madrid World Dubai at Dubai Parks & Resorts in Jebel Ali reopens for the new season in October, with 15 rides and attractions for young football fans. Check the venue's latest operating dates and timings before planning your visit. Kids can take on football challenges, explore the Bernabéu Experience, and see Real Madrid memorabilia and silverware inside the park museum.

Your younger child can get stuck into interactive games, while your older child can buckle up for the Hala Madrid Coaster or take a spin on the Stars Flyer. At La Fábrica Training Pitch, hand them a ball and let them practise real football skills against real challenges. Plan to spend around 3-5 hours exploring the park.

Good to know: This is a particularly good fit for young football fans; children who aren't interested in football may find the theme less engaging than the rides themselves.
 

Book your Real Madrid World Dubai tickets on Kidzapp and get ready for a football-filled family day out.

Looking for an indoor theme park in Dubai that the whole family can enjoy? IMG Worlds of Adventure on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road combines Marvel, Cartoon Network, Lost Valley and IMG Boulevard, with rides, character experiences and entertainment under one fully air-conditioned roof.

Younger kids can climb, slide and play in the 17,000+ sq ft IMG Kids Zone, while older children can enjoy Marvel and Cartoon Network rides and meet their favourite characters. For bigger thrills, Lost Valley brings dinosaurs and rides such as the Velociraptor roller coaster, while the Haunted Hotel is for ages 15+. Allow around 5-7 hours to experience the main attractions.

Getting there: No nearby Dubai Metro station. IMG Worlds is about 25 minutes by car from the Dubai Mall area, free on-site parking.

Good to know: The park has attractions for different ages, but the Haunted Hotel is restricted to ages 15+, while some rides have height requirements.

IMG Worlds of Adventure tickets start from AED 255 per person on Kidzapp with general admission and unlimited rides included. Children under 1.05m enter free, subject to ride restrictions. Book through Kidzapp to avail cashback on your booking, subject to the applicable offer terms.

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KidZania Dubai inside Dubai Mall turns everyday grown-up life into a giant game of make-believe. Inside Dubai Mall, children aged 4-16 can explore more than 40 professions — from flying a plane and responding to emergencies to working in a kitchen, newsroom or hospital — all while managing the city's unique currency, KidZos.

Through this role-play, your child builds real-world confidence, independence, and teamwork in a safe, fully supervised, and air-conditioned environment. While it is perfect for children aged 4 to 16, parents love it just as much because you can easily pair it with a shopping trip or a bite to eat at the mall. Plan for around 3-5 hours, depending on how many activities your child wants to try.

Good to know: KidZania is designed for children aged 4-16, so it may not offer much for toddlers who are too young to take part in the role-play activities.

Tickets are available for children and adults, with online booking recommended for busy periods. Birthday packages add dedicated celebration spaces, hosts and food to the KidZania experience. 

Note: KidZania Abu Dhabi at Yas Mall offers the same role-play concept with different activities and experiences to explore.

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Sharks overhead, rays gliding past and penguins just a few steps away - this is no ordinary aquarium visit. At Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (Dubai Mall) watch your child spot hundreds of aquatic creatures move through the enormous tank, from sleek sharks and stingrays to colourful fish and giant groupers. Walk through the 48-metre Aquarium Tunnel as marine life glides overhead and all around you inside the enormous 10-million-litre tank.

At the Underwater Zoo, explore the Rainforest, Rocky Shore and Living Ocean zones and discover how different aquatic habitats come to life. Watch penguins glide past the viewing tunnel at Penguin Cove, spot giant spider crabs and piranhas, and discover unusual creatures they may never have seen before. Climb aboard a glass-bottom boat or take the experience further with one of the aquarium's special marine encounters.

Good to know: The Aquarium Tunnel usually takes around 15-30 minutes, while the Underwater Zoo can take 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, making it easy to fit into a Dubai Mall day. 

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Playtime turns into hands-on discovery at OliOli® Dubai in Al Quoz. At this interactive children's museum your child can splash, climb, build, race and experiment across eight interactive galleries. Send cars flying down ramps, make waves in the Water Gallery, climb through Toshi's Net or explore Future Park. Every corner gives them something to touch, test and figure out.

For babies, toddlers and younger children, there's plenty to explore at their own pace, including the dedicated Toddlers Gallery for children aged 23 months and under. Older kids can take on bigger climbing, engineering and sensory challenges, while parents can jump in and play alongside them. Bring socks for the shoe-free zones and a change of clothes if your child heads for the Water Gallery. Plan for around 2-3 hours to explore the galleries.

Discovery Tickets start from AED 149 per child for a 2-hour session, and Kidzapp users get an extra hour of play free during the same visit. Coming back for more? The 3-Visit Pass includes three 2-hour sessions and can save over AED 100. 

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At Ski Dubai in Mall of the Emirates, your day quickly turns into a snow-filled mission - slide down the hill, tumble through the Tube Run, bump into each other on the Snow Bumpers or disappear into the Snow Cavern. You can race your child on the slopes, help them build their perfect snowball or simply watch them discover what it feels like to play in snow at -4°C.

Then take the Chairlift up the mountain and let the kids decide what comes next. Race down the Mountain Thriller, take on the Snow Bullet zipline or stop to meet the resident Gentoo and King Penguins. Younger children can enjoy the Snow Park, while children from age 3 can start learning to ski with professional instructors.

The Snow Classic Pass includes a full day in the Snow Park, plus one Chairlift and one Mountain Thriller ride, while the Snow Plus Pass adds unlimited rides and a choice of slope time or two Snow Bullet rides. Winter clothing and equipment are provided, so just bring the family and get ready to play in the snow. Plan for around 2-4 hours, depending on the activities.

Good to know: Ski Dubai is a better fit for children who enjoy active snow play; skiing starts from age 3, while younger children are better suited to the Snow Park.

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At Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm, families can race down thrilling waterslides, drift along Dubai’s longest Lazy River and cool off in the family-friendly Splashers Island. With 30 slides and attractions plus 500m of private beach,  plan for 5-7 hours or a full day of waterpark fun.

Older children and thrill-seekers can scream their way through world-record-breaking slides, while younger kids can splash, climb and slide in dedicated play areas. Animal lovers can also get closer to dolphins, sea lions, sharks and stingrays, turning a day of water fun into an animal encounter too.

Book in advance and check blackout dates and operational updates before visiting. Entry on any date is subject to venue capacity, so availability can change. Bring your own towels, and if you're a UAE resident with an Emirates ID, check the venue's website for any temporary resident offers before booking. 

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Dubai Garden Glow (Zabeel Park) returns for its new season in October with light installations, art displays and moving dinosaurs. Check the venue's latest operating dates and timings before visiting. The new season includes Fantasy Park, where children can explore colourful installations and large-scale artworks, while parents can stop for family photos along the way.

Dinosaur Park is home to more than 120 moving and roaring animatronic dinosaurs. Children can walk among life-size dinosaur displays, watch them move and hear them roar while exploring the prehistoric-themed area. Together, Fantasy Park and Dinosaur Park make Dubai Garden Glow — a fun option for families looking for an evening activity in Dubai, with around 2-3 hours enough to explore the main attractions.

Good to know: This is primarily an evening outdoor experience, so it may not suit families looking for daytime activities.

Tickets currently start from AED 62 per person, although prices and inclusions can vary by date, season and promotions. Depending on the ticket, admission may include Fantasy Park, Dinosaur Park and other illuminated display areas. Visit after sunset when the installations are lit up.

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