7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in UAE (May 2023)

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Dubai International Airport

    Explore the world's largest shopping centre with over 1200 stores, aquarium, and indoor theme park.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden
    25 minutes (15 miles) from Dubai Mall

    Wander through the world's largest flower garden with over 45 million flowers in various shapes and colours. Open only during winter months.

  3. Day 3: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    1 hour 30 minutes (87 miles) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Visit the grand mosque with 82 domes, 1000+ columns, and world's largest hand-knotted carpet. Dress code is strict.

  4. Day 4: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
    2 hours (91 miles) from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Experience the world's fastest rollercoaster, racing simulators, and displays of classic and modern Ferraris.

  5. Day 5: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    1 hour 30 minutes (70 miles) from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

    Enjoy a day at the amusement park with four themed zones including Legoland, Motiongate, Bollywood Parks, and Riverland.

  6. Day 6: Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
    35 minutes (14 miles) from Dubai Parks and Resorts

    Encounter 140+ species of aquatic animals including sharks, rays, and penguins, and walk through the aquarium tunnel.

  7. Day 7: Al Qudra Lakes
    30 minutes (19 miles) from Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

    Picnic, cycle, hike, or horse ride through the desert lakes with views of the Dubai skyline and wildlife.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Mall (4-6 hours, free entry)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, 55 AED entry fee)
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (4-6 hours, 295 AED entry fee)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (6-8 hours, 275 AED entry fee)
  • Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (2-3 hours, 140 AED entry fee)
  • Al Qudra Lakes (3-4 hours, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 765 AED per person
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