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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Dubai in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (16.4 km) from Dubai International Airport

    Admire the stunning floral arrangements at the world's largest natural flower garden. In the morning, enjoy the cool breeze and take photos of your family in front of colorful displays. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the butterfly garden and in the evening, relax at the outdoor cinema.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Mall
    20 minutes (17.1 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Experience the largest shopping mall in the world with its vast variety of shops and activities. Start with a morning visit to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, followed by an afternoon of shopping. In the evening, catch a movie at the cinema or ice skate on the Olympic-size rink.

  3. Day 3: Burj Khalifa
    10 minutes (5.2 km) from Dubai Mall

    Visit the tallest building in the world and take in breathtaking views of Dubai from the observation deck on the 124th floor. In the morning, snap some photos from the ground and then head up to the top for a panoramic view. In the afternoon, visit the Dubai Fountain and in the evening, have dinner at the Atmosphere restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    35 minutes (35.4 km) from Burj Khalifa

    Explore the ultimate theme park destination in the Middle East with its four distinct parks: Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, Legoland Dubai and Legoland Water Park. In the morning, visit Legoland Dubai and then have lunch at Riverland Dubai. In the afternoon, visit Motiongate Dubai and in the evening, watch a live show at Bollywood Parks Dubai.

  5. Day 5: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (16.4 km) from Dubai Parks and Resorts

    Return to the Dubai Miracle Garden to take more photos and explore the different areas. In the morning, visit the heart-shaped pathway and the Guinness World Record floral structure. In the afternoon, visit the aromatic garden and in the evening, relax at the amphitheatre with live entertainment.

  6. Day 6: Dubai Creek
    20 minutes (7.6 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Experience the historic heart of Dubai with a visit to the Dubai Creek. In the morning, take a traditional water taxi, an abra, across the creek to the old souks and the Dubai Museum. In the afternoon, take a stroll along the creek and have lunch at a traditional Arabic restaurant. In the evening, take a dhow cruise and enjoy a traditional dance show.

  7. Day 7: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (16.4 km) from Dubai Creek

    Spend your last day exploring the different sections of the Dubai Miracle Garden. In the morning, visit the floral clock and the Emirates A380 floral structure. In the afternoon, visit the Mickey Mouse floral structure and the topiary animals. In the evening, relax and enjoy the last sunset at the garden.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include Ski Dubai, Dubai Frame, and Global Village. Side trips to Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Ferrari World are also recommended. To maximize your fun, consider visiting the parks during weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and shop for souvenirs in the traditional souks. Have a great trip!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, AED 55)
  • Dubai Mall (4-6 hours, free entry)
  • Burj Khalifa (2-3 hours, AED 149)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (6-8 hours, AED 295)
  • Dubai Creek (4-6 hours, AED 20)
  • Ski Dubai (4-6 hours, AED 210)
  • Dubai Frame (2-3 hours, AED 50)
  • Global Village (4-6 hours, AED 15)
  • Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (4-6 hours, free entry)
  • Ferrari World (6-8 hours, AED 295)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 1239
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