10-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Dubai

  • Day 1: Dubai Mall and Fountain Show
    30 minutes (10.1 miles) from Dubai International Airport

    Experience the extravagance of the world’s largest mall, the Dubai Mall. Take a stroll across its 5.9 million sq ft area and shop from a wide range of luxury brands. End the night by watching the stunning Dubai Fountain Show that will leave you mesmerized with its synchronized water, light, and music performance.

  • Day 2: Dubai Global Village
    37 minutes (18.6 miles) from Dubai Mall

    Get ready for a cultural experience at the colorful Dubai Global Village. Walkthrough pavilions that represent about 80 countries and indulge in their traditional food, shopping, and entertainment. End the night with a magnificent fireworks show.

  • Day 3: Dubai Miracle Garden
    29 minutes (11.3 miles) from Dubai Global Village

    Escape into a floral paradise at the Dubai Miracle Garden. Covering over 72,000 sq meters, it is the world's largest natural flower garden displaying over 45 million flowers. Marvel at the beautiful flower arrangements, lounge at the park or enjoy a picnic with your family.

  • Day 4: Aquaventure Waterpark
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Cool off and have a splash at the Aquaventure Waterpark. The waterpark boasts world-class slides, river rides and attractions for all age groups. Zip down the Tower of Poseidon or relax at the lazy river - there's something for everyone!

  • Day 5: Dubai Marina Walk
    45 minutes (16.5 miles) from Aquaventure Waterpark

    Take a leisurely walk at the Dubai Marina Walk offering breathtaking views of the Dubai Marina skyline. Shop at the boutiques, dine at the various restaurants, and enjoy the outdoor street performances.

  • Day 6: Dubai Frame and Zabeel Park
    30 minutes (12.6 miles) from Dubai Marina Walk

    Rise above the city with the Dubai Frame. This golden frame captures stunning views across old and new Dubai, high above at a height of 150 meters. Stroll around the Zabeel Park, Dubai's first technology-driven park featuring an adventure playground, barbecue areas and a boating lake.

  • Day 7: Dubai Museum and Textile Souq
    30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Zabeel Park

    Step back in time and explore the traditional Emirates' architecture and culture at the Dubai Museum. Dive into the rich textile heritage of Dubai at the Textile Souq where you can shop for traditional clothing, curtains, and textiles.

  • Day 8: Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park
    29 minutes (11.3 miles) from Textile Souq

    Experience a magical world with thousands of colorful butterflies at the Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park. The floral structures, butterfly museum and butterfly flower park make it a perfect educational and fun outing for children, nature lovers, and photography enthusiasts.

  • Day 9: Mall of the Emirates
    28 minutes (9.5 miles) from Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park

    Shop from over 630 international fashion brands at the Mall of the Emirates, which also houses the world-renowned indoor ski resort Ski Dubai. Have a fun day out in the snow park or ski the slopes.

  • Day 10: Jumeirah Beach and Burj Khalifa
    26 minutes (9.1 miles) from Mall of the Emirates

    End your trip relaxing at the silky sand of the Jumeirah Beach. Admire the sunset views of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building from the beach. Watch the Dubai Fountain show and have an upscale dinner at the Burj Khalifa's At.mosphere restaurant on the 122nd floor.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Dubai Mall and Fountain Show (4 hours, AED 250)
  • Dubai Global Village (5 hours, AED 100)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (3 hours, AED 50)
  • Aquaventure Waterpark (6 hours, AED 320)
  • Dubai Marina Walk (4 hours, AED 150)
  • Dubai Frame and Zabeel Park (4 hours, AED 100)
  • Dubai Museum and Textile Souq (3 hours, AED 25)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park (3 hours, AED 80)
  • Mall of the Emirates (5 hours, AED 350)
  • Jumeirah Beach and Burj Khalifa (6 hours, AED 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 1835

Transportation

Public transport (bus, metro) is the cheapest way to get around Dubai. A 10-trip metro/bus ticket will cost around AED 20. Taxi services are plentiful and can be hailed from the street or booked via an app like Uber.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, include a visit to the Palm Jumeirah Island for a memorable stay or venture into Dubai Miracle Garden's night visit, where the garden gets illuminated with colorful lights. If you have less time, skip Aquaventure Waterpark and visit Ski Dubai in Mall of Emirates.

Airports

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the primary airport serving Dubai and is located 10.1 miles from Dubai Mall. Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is the other airport of Dubai located in the South of the city, 49 miles from the city center.

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