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4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Dubai

  1. Day 1: The Dubai Mall
    15 minutes (6.1 km) from Dubai International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo where you can see over 140 species of aquatic animals. In the afternoon, head over to KidZania, a miniature city where kids can role-play different careers. In the evening, catch the Dubai Fountain show in the mall's lake with the iconic Burj Khalifa in the background.

  2. Day 2: IMG Worlds of Adventure
    25 minutes (26.1 km) from The Dubai Mall

    Spend the day at IMG Worlds of Adventure, the world's largest indoor theme park. In the morning, ride the thrilling roller coasters at the Marvel and Cartoon Network zones. In the afternoon, explore the Lost Valley and meet life-size animatronic dinosaurs. In the evening, watch the Velociraptor show and enjoy dinner at one of the park's many restaurants.

  3. Day 3: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (22.6 km) from IMG Worlds of Adventure

    In the morning, stroll through the Dubai Miracle Garden, the world's largest flower garden with over 45 million flowers. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Global Village, an open-air market with pavilions representing different countries. In the evening, watch the nightly fireworks show and cultural performances.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    35 minutes (35.3 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Spend the day at Dubai Parks and Resorts, a mega theme park with four different zones. In the morning, visit Motiongate and experience movie-themed rides and attractions. In the afternoon, head over to Legoland and explore the Lego-themed rides and activities. In the evening, catch the Bollywood musical at Bollywood Parks and enjoy dinner at one of the park's restaurants.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Dubai Frame, a giant picture frame with a 360-degree view of the city, or Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort. For a side trip, take a desert safari and experience dune bashing, camel riding, and traditional belly dancing. To maximize your fun, purchase a Dubai Pass which gives you access to multiple attractions at a discounted price. We also recommend trying local Emirati cuisine at a restaurant such as Al Fanar Restaurant and Cafe.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (2-3 hours, £23)
  • KidZania (4-5 hours, £32)
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure (5-6 hours, £45)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, £15)
  • Global Village (3-4 hours, £7 entrance fee)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (6-7 hours, £50)
  • Desert Safari (6-7 hours, £60)
  • Al Fanar Restaurant and Cafe (1-2 hours, £20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £252
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