The 8 Most Fun Destinations for Kids in Dubai

There is a plethora of activities, both indoors and outdoors, especially during the scorching heat of summer. Shopping malls, in particular, offer a wide range of entertainment activities. From catching a movie to hitting the ski slopes, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

This is our pick of places in Dubai that provide great entertainment to beat the heat with your kids.

1. Wild Wadi

There are thrills aplenty at Wild Wadi, where you can ride a water roller coaster, plunge down death-defying slides and ride huge waves. Designed as an Arabian oasis, the park is themed after Arabian folklore and features some of the highest and fastest water rides. The free fall from Jumeirah Sceirah, the high waves at Breakers Bay and various other thrills are sure to give you an adrenaline rush.

2. Magical Planet

Magic Planet is a one-stop center for children’s entertainment, with huge play areas, countless games and fun activities that appeal to children of all ages. Located in major shopping malls like Mall of the Emirates, City Center Deira and City Center Mirdif, it is a popular night out destination for families.

3. iFLY Dubai

Kids and adults alike can experience the thrill of skydiving without going more than ten feet off the ground, with iFLY’s state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel. Experience the thrill of a skydive session in complete safety at iFLY Dubai in the city center of Mirdif. It’s a guaranteed stress buster and a favorite among kids and adults alike.

4. Dubai Dolphinarium

The Dubai Dolphinarium offers visitors the chance to interact with these playful creatures and watch them perform tricks with their trainers. The Dolphinarium is home to four Black Sea bottlenose dolphins, as well as four Northern fur seals. Swimming with the dolphins and listening to those whistles can be a fun way to beat the heat.

5. Ski in Dubai

When the heat starts to get to your little ones, cool them off in the world’s largest snow-covered park. Located in the Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai boasts a huge 22,500 square meter indoor ski area. It offers a variety of snow activities for kids, including tobogganing, tobogganing, chairlifts, and snowboarding, plus skiing.

6. VOX Cinemas

There is no better way to relax than by watching a movie with your children. VOX Cinemas’ surreal 4DX technology will draw you right into the action with multi-sensory effects like motion, rain, wind and smell. No more boredom – it’s the ultimate movie experience!

7. Dubai Fountain

Situated on a large man-made lake with crystal clear waters against the backdrop of the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain is a captivating spectacle of water and light. The jet-propelled fountains shoot water up to 500 feet and tumble down in a mesmerizing dance of patterns that kids will especially love.

8. Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai Miracle Garden is a breath of fresh air if you need a break from city life and the sandy terrain. Stepping into the garden is like stepping into a painting: it features more than 109 million flowers, making it the world’s largest natural flower garden. Soak up the colors at Dubai Miracle Garden and enjoy watching your children chase the butterflies.

It can be a Herculean task to keep children entertained. Luckily, this is not the case if you are in Dubai, the entertainment capital of the region. Take your kids on a journey to explore all the amazing action that takes place and come back with the memories of a lifetime.