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Indoor Activities for Kids in Dubai

The tallest building in the world!

Book your Burj Khalifa Tickets from Thrillophilia and be at the top of the world. Dubai has progressed as one of the major tourist destinations and among the top-most factors its fame is attributed to is the tallest building in the world – Burj Khalifa. It is an 829-meter tall mega tower displaying neo-futuristic architecture with its highest observation deck on the 148th floor at a height of soaring 555 meters. It also boasts the world’s highest elevator system and has a total of 163 floors.

On this tour, you can ride up to the 148th-floor observation deck in a high-speed elevator. Stand at the observation deck of Burj Khalifa on the 148th-floor to have an outer space experience and enjoy the views that lie far down below where you stand. You also have the option to go to the 124th-floor. If you are into photography, the observation deck is also a great spot for unique photography experience.

There are two types of slots in which you can visit Burj Khalifa:
Prime hours, which are in the evening when you'll be able to witness the mesmerizing views of the sunset.
Non-Prime hours, which are the slots other than prime hours.

The time slots are given below:
Non-Prime Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Prime Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Types of Burj Khalifa tickets available:
124th-125th floor prime hours(With or without transfers)
124th-25th floor non-prime hours(With or without transfers)
148th-124th & 125thfloor prime hours(With or without transfers)
148th -124th & 12oor non-prime hours(With or without transfers)

Note: Pick-up & Drop-off will be from Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected).
Minimum 2 persons are required to avail the transfer option.

Alternatively, you can take line 29 bus, it takes around 40 minutes. 

Work time kids!

Bring your kids to this adventurous and amazing experience, where they can learn about different professions and have a step in the shoes of their dream career. KidZania® makes all those dreams come true by providing children and their parents a safe, unique and very realistic educational environment that allows kids between the ages of four to sixteen to do what comes naturally to them; role-playing activities that are done by adults in real life and showing them how it’s done!

Inside the Dubai Mall is a tiny replica of a real city where kids can role-play adult professions, from firefighters to car dealers and many more. From fighting “fires” and investigating “criminals” to flipping burgers and selling cars, let your children role-play in realistic settings at KidZania in Dubai.

The interactive education and entertainment center is a scaled-down town that enables children to experience how adults view and participate in the world. KidZania’s paved streets are lined with shops, offices, restaurants, factories, a bank, a hospital and fire station. Inside more than 60 workplace settings children between the ages of 4 and 16 can live out their dream job fantasies with 80 role-playing activities to choose from. At the start of the visit, children are given a map and are free to walk around the city and work at any of the available jobs.
 
During their job shifts they wear uniforms and when they’ve finished are paid in KidZania’s own currency. This can be spent in KidZania’s shops which are also staffed by children pretending to be grownups. Trained adult helpers called “Zupervisors” supervise all the activities. Even the parents can have a relaxing time at the lounge while their kids go to earn their daily bread.

There are 3 ticket options:

Option 1: Adult Entry
- All Day Admission
- Access to Parents Lounge
Option 2: Toddler Entry
- All Day Admission
- 50 KidZos
Option 3: Economy Entry
- All Day Admission
- 50 KidZos

Child policy: 
Children below 3 years will be considered an infant.
Children between the age 4-16 years will be charged at child fare.
Children aged 17 years and above will be charged as per the adult fare.
Kids below the height of 120cm need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.How to reach:
The best way to get from Bur Dubai to Dubai Mall is to Metro which takes 20 minutes, take the Red Line to the Burj Khalifa/Dubai MallStation. The station connects to the mall via a long, air-conditioned bridge. 
Alternatively, you can take line 29 bus, it takes 38 minutes. 

You will be provided with all the safety equipment, from the suit to the helmet. the experience of about 2 minutes of free falling will leave you at a loss of words to describe the kind of excitement that you go through. Providing you with all the safety equipment from the suit to the helmet. The experience of free falling will leave you with excitement and adrenaline. 

There are various ticket options:
First-time flyers standards: This package includes your training session, use of all the flight gear, two flights (one min each) and one on one personal assistance from your instructor.

First-time flyers ultimate: This package includes your training session, use of all the flight gear, two double flights (two mins each) and one on one personal assistance from your instructor.

VR experience: You can now experience the thrill of skydiving over some of the world’s most beautiful locations right here at iFLY Dubai. The first and only virtual reality activity of it’s kind in the region. Includes ultimate package and single VR flight.

Operational hours: 10:00 to 22:00 (Sundays to Wednesdays).
10:00 to 00:00 (Thursdays to Saturdays).

How to reach: It is a 12-minute drive to City center, Mirdif from Bur Dubai. Cabs/Self-drive is preferred, as other options will take up a lot of time.

Note: Children above 4 years are allowed if they have signed permission from a parent or guardian.

The museum on an island!

In the Arabian Peninsula, Le Louvre Abu Dhabi is a museum of a different pattern. It is a universal museum of cultural beacon that brings together vivid cultures, artworks and artifacts of the world shining fresh light on the different stories of humanity from the museum’s honeycomb-style ‘floating’ dome and cuboid buildings. Artifacts being taken from all over the world such as Louvre Paris and other French museums.

It is designed as the museum city in the sea. Have you imagined a micro city which is a form of the museum in the archipelago? If you wish to visit this museum, then you can choose either land or sea transportation.

The latest cultural landmark to grace the capital of UAE, Louvre Abu Dhabi will take you on a breathtaking visual journey to the world’s most celebrated pieces of art. Louvre Abu Dhabi has been gaining well-deserved traction and praise for its world-class collection representing centuries of art – tracing humanity’s artistic heritage from the first cities of the world to achievements made in the present.

Opening hours:

The flavor of Bollywood in Dubai!

Get an experience like never before in the tour of Bollywood Park Dubai. Enjoy the paths of the colorful Hindi movies that made us happy always in an international iconic city of Dubai.
Get a marvelous chance to watch the colorful shows of movies, music and much more at the park with your beloved ones when you are in Dubai. The thrilling rides, live shows, shopping options, and dining choices are the factors make Bollywood Parks Dubai an attractive place to hang out.

There Bollywood Boulevard, Mumbai Chowk, Royal Plaza, Rustic Ravine, Bollywood Film Studios.

Experience the most exclusive and splendid Rajmahal Theatre which is the home for Bollywood’s Broadway-style musical. Enjoy its splendid visual splendor of various stage performances, live entertainment, flamboyant cinematic rides and many more at Bollywood park.

You can have the opportunity of strolling the streets of the Mumbai Chowk zone of the park with the famous shopping, party spirit, exciting foods. At Rustic Ravine, don’t forget to be a part of the most infamous entertainment of Bollywood i.e. Dabangg, Sholay, and Lagaan.

Skiing in a desert.

If you have never seen snow in the middle of a desert, Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort at one of the largest malls in the world – Mall of the Emirates. Ski Dubai is a breathtaking real snow wonderland of 3,000 square meter area. A real fun-filled area for a family, Ski Dubai is the largest indoor snow park house in the country. Experience skiing fun in Dubai – not on its golden sands but on striking white snow.

If you are on a trip to Dubai and the high temperatures there have started to make you crave for a cold hill station, this place serves as a perfect escape to let you experience a wide array of snow sports that can only be enjoyed on a hill station wearing a thick layer of snow. Ski Dubai imitates the atmosphere and landscape of a snow-laden hill station so perfectly that while you are in here, you may even forget you are in Dubai. It even has an 85-meter-high indoor mountain with slopes and much more for a naturalistic experience.

You can indulge in fun activities in the snow park play area featuring climbing towers, giant snowballs, icy body slide, sled, toboggan runs and much more. Ski down the slopes, make and break snowmen. This ski resort also houses penguins that can be seen several times a day. It is beyond imaginable what a Ski Dubai ticket in Emirates Mall can offer.

The 2 types of tickets are:
- Snow Classic: Unlimited access to Snow Park Rides (Ice Cave, Snow Plough Playground, Climbing Wall, Bobsled Runs, Snow Bumpers, Sliding Hill, Zorb Ball (Giant Ball) & Tubing Run) and One Chairlift Ride and one Mountain Thriller Ride. 
- Snow Plus: Unlimited access to all Snow Park rides (Bobsled, Tubing Run, Snow Bumpers, Snow Plough PLayground, Zorb Ball 'Giant Ball', Chairlift and Mountain Thriller).

Note- The package depends on the subject to availability. 

Starting point & Endpoint: Pick-up & Drop-off will be from Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected).

How to reach: It is a 20-minute drive from Bur Dubai. Cab/Self-drive is preferred as from Bur Dubai you will have to walk and changes metros and bus.

Minimum occupancy: 2 Pax

For the love of Ferrari!

Ferrari World is simply the best theme park owing to its structure, its thrilling rides and the unique experiences it offers. Located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, this award-winning theme park gives an unparalleled fun experience.

The most interesting thing about the Ferrari World tour is the theme it follows. Everything from ride to attraction inside the park is wrapped in the theme of Ferrari. The park also holds the world record for the largest space frame structure ever built. 

The park features a number of unique rides and attractions you will not find in any other park anywhere else in the world. The park has something in store for everyone and is fun for children and adults alike. Some of the must-try rides at Ferrari World are Tyre Twist, Turbo Track and RC Challenge. 

The most exciting and thrilling one being the roller coaster ride called Formula Rossa - world’s fastest roller coaster which reaches a speed of 240 km/hr. Thrilled? Well, you should be. Besides, you can also try some experiences like Tyre Change Experience and Khalil’s Car Wash that you can try to get closer to the authentic F1 fun.

The Ferrari World Ticket covers about 20 exciting rides including all roller coaster rides and other attractions. Apart from numerous unique rides and attractions, you can also indulge in the fun of shopping on your Ferrari World tour.  There are retail outlets for interactive shopping experience here that will urge you to hike your trip budget.

The star attraction is the largest Ferrari store in the world where you can even buy personalized souvenirs. And, if all this activity makes you feel hungry, the park even has food options to satiate your hunger for Italian cuisine. Ferrari World is a fun world in itself, offering everything that is fun.

Park Operating Hours During Ramadan:
- On weekdays: Sunday to Wednesday from 11:00 a.m .- 06:00 p.m.
- On weekends: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Operational hours of Ferrari World Theme Park: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. every day.

Note- The Ferrari World Ticket package depends on the subject to availability. 

Starting point & Endpoint:
Pick-up & Drop-off will be from Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected). 

Minimum occupancy: 2 Pax

How to reach:

By public transport: Take the Green Line on the Dubai Metro to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station. From there, take Bus 190 which will take you to the heart of Yas Island
By taxi or car: Yas Waterworld is a 30-minute drive from Abu Dhabi and a 90-minute drive from Dubai
Shuttle services are available within Yas Island and Abu Dhabi

About Burj Khalifa Tickets with Rooftop Meal:

A Dubai city tour just isn’t complete without a visit to the iconic Burj Khalifa and if you get a chance to treat your taste buds at the rooftop of this tallest skyscraper, then it will be like a cherry on the cake. 

This amazing tour gives you a golden opportunity to visit the iconic Burj Khalifa with a rooftop meal and see the city from a unique perspective.

If you need transportation along with the tickets at the time of booking, then it will be arranged easily. The tickets would provide you access to the observation deck on the 124th and 125th floors.

Before you reach there and immerse in the breathtaking view of the city, you get the chance to learn about the history of the emirate city as well as the story of Burj Khalifa through a multimedia presentation.

While enjoying the scrumptious meal at the rooftop of Burj Club, you can also delight in the view of fountains and the Burj Khalifa in the background. 

Note for Burj Khalifa Tickets with Rooftop Meal:

Children under 4 years will be considered as an infant and entry will be free of cost.
Children between ages 4 to 12 will be considered as child and charged child rate.
Children above age 12 will be considered as an adult and charged adult rate.

About Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Combo:

All nature lovers and adventure seekers grab this deal to explore one of the world's largest indoor aquarium. 

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the World and it has won a Guinness World Record for the world’s “Largest Acrylic Panel”. The 10-million liter Dubai Aquarium tank is located in The Dubai Mall, the largest mall in the world, and it houses over 33,000 aquatic animals, comprising over 140 species. Over 300 Sharks and Rays live in this tank, including the largest collection of Sand Tiger Sharks in the world.

Underwater Zoo brings its visitors up close with penguins, piranhas, crabs, water rats, sea horses, jellyfish and plenty more. The Underwater Zoo is also home to one of nature‘s rare phenomenon and one of the world’s largest reptiles.

Learn about a huge variety of marine creatures, their ecosystems, and observe them as they move. Also explore the Dubai Aquarium Tunnel, a 48-meter walk-through tunnel situated within the base of the aquarium.

Note: The Time selection window will be visible after making successful bookings. The package depends on the subject to availability. 

Starting point & Endpoint:

The pick-up & Drop-off will be from Bur Dubai/Deira (if the transfer option is selected). Minimum 2 persons are required to avail of the transfer option.

How to reach:

You can easily reach to the Dubai Mall by public or private transport. 

Minimum occupancy: 2 Pax

Enjoy a splendid session of undergoing fun-filled activities across the cool surface of Dubai Ice Rink and get rid of the city’s extreme temperatures by having an exciting time with 6 skate sessions.

What to Expect: 

The Crown Jewel of Dubai.

Book your IMG Worlds of Adventure tickets and have a trip to one of the best attractions in Dubai. Stretched across a vast area of 2.5 million square feet, this theme park is the crown jewel of Dubai. Dubai is home to a large number of buildings and structures holding world records in their name for various reasons; IMG Worlds of Adventure is one of them. The park holds the reputation of being the world’s largest temperature-controlled indoor themed entertainment destination. 

For a full day of entertainment, there is probably no better place in Dubai than this entertainment park catering to thrill-seekers, shopaholics, foodies, and cinema-lovers. This wonderful amusement destination has something for everyone irrespective of their age and interests. The variety of entertainments available here makes it a great option even for family outings.

Located within the City of Arabia, this large park is divided into four zones called “epic zones”. Two of the zones follow the theme of Cartoon Network and Marvel while the rest two are IMG Boulevard and The Lost Valley. The Lost Valley is a zone featuring Dinosaur Adventures zone and is the place where you can find yourself some of the most thrilling rides.  The park has a wide array of entertainments and activities to try including unique roller coasters and the kind of rides that will get your adrenaline pumping.

There are plenty of fun activities for kids to try at IMG Worlds of Adventure. If you want to try something more than just indulging in thrilling activities, IMG Worlds of Adventure has numerous other attractions too. The park also features 12-screen Novo complex cinema where you will definitely find at least one movie of your choice. 

If a full day of adventure and activity has emptied your stomach, there are some excellent eateries inside the park where you can enjoy palatable delicacies from the cuisine of your choice.

Note: Kids aged between 0-3 years are free of cost.
Pick-up & Drop-off point will be Bur Dubai/Deira (if transfer option is selected). Minimum 2 persons are required to avail transfer option.

The perfect playground!

Take a calm and enriching tour of the Green Planet, where you get to explore over 3,000 plants and animals. Learn about their ecosystem and get information about their unique characteristics. There are four glorious nature layers that have been painstakingly recreated within the dome, full of exotic flora and fauna that can usually only be found in the world's rainforests so far away from Dubai.

It is an engineering and architectural wonder combined with the incredible beauty of nature: a biodome right in the heart of this desert city. Kids will learn about the middle layer of the rainforest and its large leaves. You can find incredible varieties of animals on the forest floor. The flooded rainforest area has unusual fauna. It's a great way to become closer to nature and discover valuable science about it.

Hub Zero, located in the heart of City Walk, Dubai is a world where the real and the virtual worlds meet and create an amazing place to have an adventure, unlike anything you have seen. Experience 20 thrilling rides, attractions, and experiential zones spread across 2 floors of approximately 15,000 square meters, giving a complete feel of an outstanding indoor playground.

Enjoy some of the world's best gaming experiences, such as:
Child attractions: Plants vs Zombies, Tiny Track, Double Agent.
Shooter attractions (3D attractions): Hack Attack, Resident Evil, Virtual Arena, Battlefield.
Thriller attractions (3D and 4D cinema): Asura’s Wrath, Dragon Age, Final Fantasy.
Hyper attractions (Driving simulators and physically challenging attractions): Hyper Drive, Hero Zone – Vertical Adventure, Sports Academy.

There are two packages available:
1) Access to Green planet
2) Access to Green planet + Hub Zero

How to reach: It is a 10-minute drive to Hub Zero from Bur Dubai. Cabs/Self-drive is preferred as other options are time-consuming.

Note: Child fare is valid for children below 120 cm (4 feet), 2-16 Years old.
An adult fare is applicable for children above 120 cm (4 feet).
Child Pass is only valid for Plants vs Zombies, Tiny Track Racers and Double Agent.
The child ticket must be accompanied by an adult ticket.