Things to do in

Dubai

Dubai Marina Walk and JBR The Walk form one of Dubai's most vibrant waterfront promenades — a lively, pedestrian-friendly stretch combining skyline views, beach access, dining, shopping and nightlife. Perfect for relaxed strolls, people-watching, sunset photography and dining by the water.

Kite Beach is a lively public beach in the Jumeirah area of Dubai, famous for its strong onshore winds, dedicated kitesurfing area, long running/cycling track and family-friendly facilities. It offers great views of the Burj Al Arab, food trucks, cafés, and a wide range of watersports and activities.

Inside Burj Al Arab Tour — A guided, behind-the-scenes visit to the iconic 7-star sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel in Umm Suqeim, Jumeirah, Dubai. This experience focuses on the hotel's spectacular public spaces (the vast atrium, signature restaurants and bars, terraces and photo points) with a professional host explaining architecture, history and luxury features. Note: access to private suites requires separate booking and not all areas are open to tour guests.

The Green Planet is an indoor, four-story tropical rainforest biodome located in City Walk, Dubai. It recreates a humid tropical ecosystem and is home to a wide variety of plants and animals—offering immersive educational experiences, keeper talks, and interactive encounters designed for families, school groups, and wildlife enthusiasts.

Ski Dubai is a world-class indoor ski resort located inside the Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha, Dubai. It offers year‑round snow experiences — from beginner slopes and lessons to advanced runs, freestyle terrain and a dedicated Snow Park with tobogganing, an icy-themed play area and the region’s famous penguin encounters. The temperature inside is maintained around -1°C to -6°C, giving real snow conditions in the middle of the desert.

IMG Worlds of Adventure is the world's largest indoor theme park, located within the City of Arabia development in Dubailand, Dubai. The park combines high-energy roller coasters, family rides, live shows, themed dining and retail across four main zones — Marvel, Cartoon Network, Lost Valley — Dinosaur Adventure and IMG Boulevard — offering an all-weather entertainment destination for families, thrill-seekers and fans of global IPs.

Motiongate Dubai is a Hollywood-inspired theme park located inside Dubai Parks and Resorts in Jebel Ali. It brings together blockbuster intellectual properties from DreamWorks Animation, Columbia Pictures, Lionsgate and the Smurfs into a single entertainment destination, offering thrill coasters, family rides, live shows, themed dining and retail. The park is designed for families and movie fans, combining immersive worlds with attractions suitable for children, teens and adults.

LEGOLAND Dubai is a family-focused theme park located inside Dubai Parks and Resorts designed primarily for children ages 2–12 and their families. The park features LEGO-themed rides, interactive play areas, building zones and a detailed Miniland showcasing miniature LEGO versions of famous UAE landmarks. It's ideal for hands-on play, first-time roller coasters for kids and creative building workshops.

Dubai Miracle Garden is one of the world’s largest natural flower gardens, featuring millions of blooming flowers arranged in dramatic themed displays and sculptural installations. The garden is seasonal (typically open in the cooler months) and is a top family-friendly and photo-friendly attraction in Dubailand.

A family-friendly, climate-controlled butterfly conservatory in Dubailand that houses thousands of live butterflies across multiple themed domes. The garden showcases a variety of native and exotic species and includes breeding and nursery facilities, educational displays and interactive feeding experiences. It sits adjacent to Dubai Miracle Garden and is designed for both sightseeing and learning—popular with families, photographers and nature lovers.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected wetland reserve at the edge of Dubai Creek, famous for its seasonal flocks of greater flamingos and a wide variety of migratory and resident birds. It features three purpose-built bird hides, mangrove and mudflat habitats, and offers exceptional urban-wildlife viewing with the Dubai skyline as a backdrop. The sanctuary conserves biodiversity within an urban environment and is managed by Dubai Municipality.

Al Qudra Lakes & Cycling Track is a scenic desert oasis within the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve in Dubai. The site combines man-made lakes, abundant birdlife, and well-maintained cycling paths winding through dunes and desert landscape. It's popular for cycling, birdwatching, picnics, photography, and watching spectacular sunrises and sunsets.

Experience kayaking on the emerald Hatta Dam surrounded by rugged Hajar mountains, combined with fun land-based activities at Hatta Wadi Hub. This activity blends calm water paddling, scenic photography opportunities, and adrenaline-fuelled options like mountain biking, zorbing and aerial obstacles at the nearby adventure hub.

Deep Dive Dubai is the world's deepest purpose-built diving pool (60 meters / 196 feet) located in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai. The facility combines advanced dive training, guided deep dives, freediving, and unique underwater exploration through a submerged 'urban' set. It is designed for both experienced divers and first-time visitors with supervised introductory experiences. The water is temperature-controlled for comfort and the site features professional safety systems, on-site instructors, and filming/photography opportunities.

Expo City Dubai is the legacy site of Expo 2020 and houses iconic pavilions and public spaces. The trio of attractions — Al Wasl Dome, Terra (Sustainability Pavilion) and Alif (Mobility Pavilion) — showcases immersive architecture, large-scale projection, and cutting-edge exhibits about sustainability and future mobility. Together they form a concentrated experience of technology, storytelling and design at the heart of the Expo City Dubai campus.

Experience world-class performing arts at Dubai Opera, a stunning dhow-shaped venue in the Opera District of Downtown Dubai. The venue hosts operas, ballet, classical and contemporary concerts, musicals, theatre productions, and community events. Its central location places it within easy walking distance of Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain, making it an iconic cultural stop in the city.

The Etihad Museum (also called Union House) in Jumeirah, Dubai, is a modern history museum dedicated to the formation of the United Arab Emirates. Housed in a purpose-built, contemporary building near Jumeirah Beach Road, the museum tells the story of the 1971 union through interactive galleries, original documents and multimedia displays. Key focus: the signing of the UAE’s Declaration of Union, the constitution and the founding rulers.

Alserkal Avenue is Dubai’s leading contemporary arts and cultural district located in Al Quoz. Housed in converted industrial warehouses, it brings together independent galleries, artist studios, performance spaces, design shops, concept cafes and cultural organisations. The Avenue hosts rotating exhibitions, film screenings, artist talks, performances and seasonal festivals, making it a dynamic hub for contemporary art, design and creative entrepreneurship.

Global Village is Dubai’s premier multicultural family entertainment and shopping destination. Operating seasonally (typically from autumn to spring), it brings together pavilions representing countries from around the world, live cultural performances, international cuisine, a funfair with rides, concerts by regional and international artists, street entertainment and nightly fireworks. It’s a blend of marketplace, theme-park atmosphere, and cultural festival — ideal for families, couples and groups seeking food, shopping and live shows in one evening.

Experience an adrenaline-fueled guided jet ski tour along the Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) and Umm Suqeim coastline with an iconic close-up view of the Burj Al Arab. This activity combines high-speed riding, scenic coastline cruising and multiple photo stops. Suitable for first-timers (with a brief training) and experienced riders.