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Family-Friendly 5-Day Dubai Itinerary

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Day 1: Explore Dubai Marina

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at Baker & Spice

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Baker & Spice in Dubai Marina.
Dubai Marina is easily accessible by Dubai Metro or taxi from any part of the city.
££, 1 hour

11:00AM

Boat Tour at Dubai Marina

Enjoy a boat tour to see the stunning skyline and modern architecture of Dubai Marina.
You can book a boat tour at the marina itself; it's a short walk from Baker & Spice.
£££, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Pier 7

Head to Pier 7 for lunch and experience dining with panoramic views of the marina.
Pier 7 is located within Dubai Marina and offers various dining options.
£££, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

JBR Beach

Spend the afternoon relaxing at JBR Beach, a popular spot for families.
JBR Beach is a short walk from Dubai Marina and Pier 7.
£, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at The Cheesecake Factory

Enjoy dinner at The Cheesecake Factory in Dubai Marina Mall.
The Cheesecake Factory is located within Dubai Marina Mall, a convenient walk from JBR Beach.
££, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at Social House

Start your day with breakfast at Social House near Dubai Mall.
Dubai Mall is a short drive or metro ride from Dubai Marina.
££, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Dubai Mall

Spend the morning exploring the largest mall in the world, Dubai Mall.
You can easily walk to Dubai Mall from Social House.
£££, 3 hours

2:00PM

Visit Burj Khalifa

Head to the iconic Burj Khalifa for breathtaking views of the city.
Burj Khalifa is located next to Dubai Mall, and you can walk there easily.
£££, 2 hours

4:30PM

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Explore the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo inside Dubai Mall.
The aquarium is located within Dubai Mall, near the Burj Khalifa entrance.
££, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at The Cheesecake Factory

Enjoy dinner at The Cheesecake Factory in Dubai Mall.
The Cheesecake Factory is located on the ground floor of Dubai Mall.
££, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Experience Global Village

Dubai, UAE

2:00PM

Lunch at India Pavilion

Start your Global Village experience with a delicious lunch at India Pavilion.
Global Village is a short drive from Dubai city centre.
££, 1 hour

4:00PM

Explore Global Village

Spend the afternoon exploring the cultural pavilions, shopping, and entertainment at Global Village.
You can walk around the different pavilions within Global Village.
££, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Egyptian Pavilion

Enjoy dinner at the Egyptian Pavilion, trying authentic Egyptian cuisine.
The Egyptian Pavilion is one of the food options within Global Village.
££, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Fun at Dubai Parks and Resorts

Dubai, UAE

10:00AM

Breakfast at Riverland Dubai

Start your day with breakfast at one of the many eateries in Riverland Dubai.
Dubai Parks and Resorts are easily accessible by car or taxi.
££, 1 hour

11:30AM

Explore Motiongate Dubai

Spend the morning enjoying the rides and attractions at Motiongate Dubai.
Motiongate Dubai is one of the theme parks within Dubai Parks and Resorts.
£££, 3 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at Bollywood Parks

Have lunch at Bollywood Parks, experiencing the vibrant Indian cinema-themed park.
Bollywood Parks is located within Dubai Parks and Resorts.
££, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Cool off at Legoland Water Park

Spend the afternoon at Legoland Water Park for some family-friendly water fun.
Legoland Water Park is adjacent to Legoland Dubai within the resort.
£££, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Riverland Dubai

Enjoy dinner at one of the dining options in the themed dining and retail district.
You can find various restaurants offering different cuisines in Riverland Dubai.
££, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Dubai Desert Safari Adventure

Dubai, UAE

2:00PM

Desert Safari Experience

Embark on an exciting desert safari adventure with dune bashing, camel riding, and BBQ dinner.
You can book a desert safari tour which includes pick-up from your hotel.
£££, 5 hours
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