6-Day Dubai Family Friendly Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall
    20 minutes (16.5 km) from Dubai International Airport

    Start your trip with Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping malls. It has over 1200 stores, an aquarium, and an indoor theme park. You can also watch the Dubai Fountain show, which starts at 6 pm daily.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village
    30 minutes (22.1 km) from Dubai Mall

    Visit Dubai Miracle Garden, the world's largest flower garden, and stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens. Later, head to Global Village, an open-air market showcasing cultures from around the world.

  3. Day 3: Dubai Frame and Dubai Museum
    30 minutes (10.1 km) from Global Village

    Get a bird's eye view of Dubai from the Dubai Frame, the world's largest picture frame. Afterward, head to Dubai Museum, housed in a 200-year-old fort, and learn about Dubai's history and culture.

  4. Day 4: Ski Dubai and Jumeirah Beach
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Dubai Museum

    Experience skiing in the desert at Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort in the Mall of the Emirates. Later, head to Jumeirah Beach, known for its clear waters and stunning view of the Burj Al Arab.

  5. Day 5: Aquaventure Waterpark and Lost Chambers Aquarium
    20 minutes (9.7 km) from Jumeirah Beach

    Spend the day at Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm. Enjoy thrilling water rides and slides, or relax on the beach. Later, explore the underwater world of Lost Chambers Aquarium, home to over 65,000 marine animals.

  6. Day 6: Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain
    25 minutes (12.7 km) from Lost Chambers Aquarium

    End your trip on a high note by visiting the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa. Take in the stunning view of the city from the observation deck. Finally, head back to Dubai Fountain to watch the evening show one last time before you depart.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Dubai Mall (3-4 hours, free entry)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, AED 55 per adult)
  • Global Village (4-5 hours, AED 15 per adult)
  • Dubai Frame (2-3 hours, AED 50 per adult)
  • Dubai Museum (1-2 hours, AED 3 per adult)
  • Ski Dubai (2-3 hours, AED 310 per adult)
  • Jumeirah Beach (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • Aquaventure Waterpark (4-5 hours, AED 385 per adult)
  • Lost Chambers Aquarium (2-3 hours, AED 105 per adult)
  • Burj Khalifa (2-3 hours, AED 168 per adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 1,146 per adult

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a desert safari tour or visiting the Dubai Miracle Garden during the night for the light show. For those with less time, skip Global Village or Lost Chambers Aquarium. Remember to check the opening and closing hours before visiting the attraction.

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