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Family-Friendly Dubai Adventure

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Day 1: Marina Delights

Dubai Marina & JBR, Dubai, UAE

8:00 AM

Breakfast at The Walk

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at one of the many cafes along The Walk at JBR, offering stunning views of the marina.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation to JBR. Approx. 15 minutes.
50 AED, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Beach Time at JBR Beach

Enjoy some family fun at JBR Beach, with its soft sand, clear waters, and various water sports activities.
JBR Beach is a short walk from The Walk. Approx. 5 minutes.
Free entry, water sports at additional cost, 2-3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Dubai Marina

Head to Dubai Marina for a scrumptious lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants overlooking the yachts.
Take a leisurely stroll or short taxi ride from JBR to Dubai Marina. Approx. 10 minutes.
100 AED, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Dubai Marina Walk

Explore the Marina Walk, a promenade with shops, cafes, and stunning architecture. Don't miss the Marina Mall for some shopping.
Walk along the waterfront from the restaurant. Approx. 30 minutes.
Shopping costs vary, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Pier 7

End your day with a dinner at Pier 7, a dining destination with seven different restaurants offering various cuisines and great views.
Take a short walk from Marina Mall to Pier 7. Approx. 5 minutes.
150 AED, 2 hours
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Day 2: Iconic Dubai

Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa, Dubai, UAE

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Dubai Mall

Start your day with breakfast at the Dubai Mall, one of the largest malls in the world, offering a variety of dining options.
Take a taxi or metro to Dubai Mall. Approx. 20 minutes.
60 AED, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Explore the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo located within the Dubai Mall, showcasing a wide variety of marine life.
Located inside Dubai Mall. Approx. 2 minutes walk from the food court.
120 AED, 2-3 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Souk Al Bahar

Enjoy lunch with a view of the Burj Khalifa at one of the restaurants in Souk Al Bahar, just across the Dubai Mall.
A short walk from Dubai Mall. Approx. 5 minutes.
80 AED, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Burj Khalifa

Head to the observation decks of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, for panoramic views of Dubai.
Burj Khalifa is next to Dubai Mall. Approx. 5 minutes walk.
210 AED, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Dubai Fountain View Restaurant

Enjoy dinner with a view of the famous Dubai Fountain show, a captivating experience with music and light.
Walk to a nearby restaurant with a view. Approx. 5 minutes.
200 AED, 2 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration

Dubai Creek & Gold Souk, Dubai, UAE

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Al Seef

Start your day with breakfast at Al Seef, a charming area along Dubai Creek with a mix of traditional and modern architecture.
Take a taxi or water taxi to Al Seef. Approx. 20 minutes.
50 AED, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Explore Dubai Creek

Take an abra (water taxi) ride along Dubai Creek to experience the historic heart of Dubai and see the traditional dhows.
Al Seef is a starting point for abra rides. Approx. 5 minutes walk.
25 AED, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Gold Souk Shopping

Visit the Gold Souk in Deira, a traditional market offering a dazzling array of gold jewelry at competitive prices.
Take a taxi or abra from Dubai Creek to Gold Souk. Approx. 15 minutes.
Depends on shopping, 2 hours

2:30 PM

Lunch at Arabian Tea House

Enjoy a traditional Arabian lunch at the picturesque Arabian Tea House in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.
Take a taxi from the Gold Souk to Al Fahidi. Approx. 15 minutes.
70 AED, 1 hour

4:00 PM

Dubai Museum

Visit the Dubai Museum housed in Al Fahidi Fort, showcasing the history and culture of Dubai.
The museum is a short walk from Arabian Tea House. Approx. 5 minutes.
20 AED, 1-2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Creekside Restaurant

End your day with dinner at Creekside Restaurant, offering traditional Emirati cuisine with a view of Dubai Creek.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from Dubai Museum to the restaurant. Approx. 10 minutes.
120 AED, 2 hours
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Day 4: Family Fun

Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai, UAE

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel or nearby cafe before heading to Dubai Parks & Resorts for a day of family fun.
Take a taxi or hotel shuttle to Dubai Parks & Resorts. Approx. 30 minutes.
50 AED, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Explore Theme Parks

Spend the day exploring the various theme parks at Dubai Parks & Resorts, including Motiongate, Bollywood Parks, and Legoland.
Inside Dubai Parks & Resorts.
350 AED (approx. for all parks), Full day

1:00 PM

Lunch at Riverland

Enjoy lunch at Riverland, the dining and entertainment hub at Dubai Parks & Resorts, offering a variety of cuisines.
Located within Dubai Parks & Resorts.
100 AED, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Dinner at Lapita Hotel

End your day with a family dinner at Lapita Hotel, a Polynesian-themed resort located within Dubai Parks & Resorts.
Dine at one of the hotel restaurants. Approx. 10 minutes walk.
150 AED, 2 hours
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Day 5: Desert Adventure

Dubai Desert Safari, Dubai, UAE

2:00 PM

Desert Safari Excursion

Embark on an exciting desert safari adventure with dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, and traditional entertainment.
Tour operators provide pick-up from your hotel. Approx. 1-hour drive to the desert.
250 AED, Half day

6:00 PM

Sunset in the Desert

Experience a magical sunset in the desert followed by a delicious BBQ dinner under the stars at a desert camp.
Organized by the desert safari tour. Enjoy the evening activities.
Included in the safari package, Evening
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