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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Dubai

Wednesday, January 3: Exploring the Dubai Mall

In the morning, start your trip by visiting the Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping malls. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at one of the many cafes and then explore the mall's impressive attractions, such as the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. In the afternoon, head to KidZania, an interactive children's city where kids can role-play different professions. In the evening, visit the Dubai Fountain for a mesmerizing water and light show.

  • Dubai Mall: Estimated cost - Free, Time spent - 3 hours
  • Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo: Estimated cost - AED 100 ($27), Time spent - 2 hours
  • KidZania: Estimated cost - AED 170 ($46), Time spent - 4 hours
  • Dubai Fountain: Estimated cost - Free, Time spent - 1 hour
Thursday, January 4: Discovering the Palm Jumeirah

Start your day by visiting the magnificent Palm Jumeirah, an artificial island shaped like a palm tree. In the morning, take a monorail ride to Atlantis, The Palm and explore Aquaventure Waterpark, where you can enjoy thrilling water slides and encounters with marine animals. In the afternoon, relax on the Palm Jumeirah's beautiful beaches and take a dip in the clear blue waters. In the evening, have dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants offering stunning views of the Dubai Marina skyline.

  • Monorail to Atlantis, The Palm: Estimated cost - AED 25 ($7), Time spent - 2 hours
  • Aquaventure Waterpark: Estimated cost - AED 320 ($87), Time spent - 4 hours
  • Palm Jumeirah Beach: Estimated cost - Free, Time spent - 3 hours
  • Dinner at a waterfront restaurant: Estimated cost - AED 200 ($54), Time spent - 2 hours
Friday, January 5: Cultural Exploration in Old Dubai

Immerse yourself in the rich Emirati heritage by exploring Old Dubai. In the morning, visit the Dubai Museum located in the historic Al Fahidi Fort, and learn about Dubai's transformation over the years. Take a traditional abra (water taxi) ride across Dubai Creek to the vibrant spice and gold souks. In the afternoon, enjoy a delicious lunch at an authentic Arabic restaurant. In the evening, experience a traditional dhow cruise along Dubai Creek while enjoying live entertainment and a buffet dinner.

  • Dubai Museum: Estimated cost - AED 3 ($1), Time spent - 2 hours
  • Abra ride across Dubai Creek: Estimated cost - AED 1 ($0.27), Time spent - 1 hour
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