Family-Friendly 8-Day Itinerary in Dubai

1. Day 1: Dubai Miracle Garden
   23 minutes (11 km) from Dubai International Airport

   Stroll through the world's largest flower garden with over 45 million flowers arranged in enchanting designs.

2. Day 2: Dubai Mall
   14 minutes (7.5 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

   Shop, eat and enjoy family-friendly activities such as Kidzania and Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.

3. Day 3: Ski Dubai
   6 minutes (2.9 km) from Dubai Mall

   Experience skiing, snowboarding, and tobogganing in a winter wonderland in the middle of the desert.

4. Day 4: Dubai Parks and Resorts
   24 minutes (21.5 km) from Ski Dubai

   Enjoy thrilling rides at three theme parks - Motiongate, Bollywood Parks and Legoland Dubai.

5. Day 5: Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
   27 minutes (26 km) from Dubai Parks and Resorts

   Paddle through lazy rivers, lounge on private beaches, and brave adventures on water slides.

6. Day 6: Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park
   18 minutes (15.5 km) from Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark

   Pick up some butterfly facts on butterfly farms and gardens, with over 15,000 butterflies around.

7. Day 7: Dubai Safari Park
   16 minutes (12 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park

   See wildlife safari animals in their natural habitats and take a driving tour, walking tour, or participate in a buggy adventure.

8. Day 8: Dubai Fountain
   23 minutes (22 km) from Dubai Safari Park

   Experience the world's largest choreographed fountain system with over 6,600 lights.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Dubai Miracle Garden (2 hours, AED 55)
• Dubai Mall (4 hours, varies)
• Ski Dubai (4 hours, AED 310)
• Dubai Parks and Resorts (6 hours, AED 310)
• Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark (5 hours, AED 320)
• Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park (2 hours, AED 55)
• Dubai Safari Park (4 hours, AED 85)
• Dubai Fountain (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: AED 1190 ($323)

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time, you can also visit Dubai Miracle Garden during night time to see the glowing flowers. If you have less time, you can skip Ski Dubai or Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park. But if you want to maximize your experience, it’s recommended to spend at least half a day in each location.