2. IMG Worlds of Adventure: The world’s largest indoor theme park, featuring zones based on Marvel superheroes, Cartoon Network characters, and animatronic dinosaurs. Fully air-conditioned and perfect for hot summer days. It features four themed zones:

Marvel Zone: Features rides and simulators starring Avengers, Spider-Man, Hulk, and more.

Cartoon Network Zone: Family-friendly attractions with Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, and Adventure Time.

Lost Valley – Dinosaur Adventure: Home to the Velociraptor rollercoaster and animatronic dinosaur encounters.

IMG Boulevard: Includes shops, restaurants, and the spine-chilling Haunted Hotel.

Ideal for year-round fun, IMG Worlds offers rides for all ages, live shows, and dining in one mega indoor space—perfect for escaping Dubai’s heat while enjoying blockbuster thrills.

3. Aquaventure Waterpark (Atlantis, The Palm): One of the biggest waterparks in the world, offering thrilling slides, zip lines, and shark-filled lagoons. Ideal for both relaxation and adrenaline. It features over 105 slides and attractions including: Leap of Faith, Trident Tower, Aquaconda and Zoomerango, and Splashers Lagoon.
4. Dubai Safari Park: a 119-hectare eco-conscious wildlife park home to over 2,500 animals from around the world. Divided into themed zones—including the African Village, Asian Village, Arabian Desert Safari, and Explorer Village (open-air safari)—it offers immersive encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, oryx, and more.
5. The Green Planet: A fully enclosed biodome that mimics a tropical rainforest environment. Visitors can encounter sloths, toucans, reptiles, and even exotic insects in a climate-controlled setting.
6. Global Village: Returning in October 2025, Global Village Dubai is an open-air, multicultural theme park that combines international shopping, world cuisines, live entertainment, and family fun in one vibrant destination. It’s one of the largest cultural festivals in the world and a must-visit for tourists and residents alike. Walk the world in one evening by exploring themed pavilions representing countries and regions like: India, Egypt, Turkey, China, Pakistan, Thailand, Morocco, and the Americas. Each pavilion showcases local products, crafts, food, fashion, and traditional performances. There is an abundance of live entertainment shows, a main stage with international artist performances, and a full scale amusement park complete with rollercoasters, thrill rides, and kiddie rides.

•       Abu Dhabi:

1. Ferrari World: A must-visit for thrill seekers and car lovers, home to Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, and numerous Ferrari-themed experiences for all ages.

Located on Yas Island, Ferrari World is not just for car enthusiasts—it’s a high-energy adventure park filled with rides and attractions for all ages.

•       Junior GT Driving School: A fun and educational course where kids learn basic driving skills in scaled-down Ferraris.
•       Family Rides: Enjoy mild coasters, go-karts, and interactive simulators perfect for parents and kids.
•       Ferrari Factory Tour: A hands-on exhibit that shows how real Ferraris are made, blending engineering and entertainment.

2. Warner Bros World: A fully indoor park with six immersive lands featuring characters from Looney Tunes, The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo, Batman, and more. Perfect year-round fun regardless of the weather. Covering 1.65 million square feet, the park is divided into six immersive themed lands, each packed with interactive rides, shows, and beloved characters from across the Warner Bros. universe.
3. Yas Waterworld: A water park with over 40 rides and attractions. Highlights include a looping freefall slide, surf zones, and Tot’s Playground designed for younger children.

•       Tot’s Playground: A shaded splash area with miniature slides, fountains, and tipping buckets for toddlers.
•       Adventure Rides: Older kids will love Dawwama, a tornado raft ride, and the Liwa Loop body slide.
•       Lazy River & Wave Pool: Great for relaxing while the kids continue the fun.
•       Water cinema and splash zones for adults and kids alike.
•       Rent a cabana for relaxing cozy times between rides.

4. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi: located on Yas Island, is the first SeaWorld park outside the United States and a groundbreaking marine life destination that blends entertainment, education, and conservation. Spanning 183,000 square meters across five indoor levels, the park features eight ocean-themed realms—each representing a different marine ecosystem and offering immersive storytelling and animal interactions. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is a must-visit for marine life lovers and anyone curious about the wonders of the ocean—delivered in a climate-controlled, year-round indoor setting.

Bonus piece of info: It was recently announced that a new Disney destination will be coming to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The Walt Disney Company and Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, announced they have reached an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. More fun to look forward to!

 Visit the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Located inside the Dubai Mall, this massive aquarium is home to over 33,000 aquatic creatures and offers a thrilling, educational experience right in the heart of the city.

•       Tunnel Experience: A 48-meter-long glass tunnel offers a breathtaking 270° view of sharks, rays, and colorful fish swimming overhead.
•       Underwater Zoo: Meet penguins, giant crocodiles, jellyfish, and more through themed exhibits like Rainforest, Rocky Shore, and Living Ocean.

·       Interactive Activities: Kids can try cage snorkeling, ride glass-bottom boats, or join behind-the-scenes tours led by marine specialists.

The Lost Chambers Aquarium: Myth, Marine Life, and Immersive Exploration

Located within Atlantis, The Palm, The Lost Chambers Aquarium is one of Dubai’s most captivating marine attractions. More than just an aquarium, it offers an immersive experience where ancient legend meets modern marine education. Inspired by the myth of the lost city of Atlantis, this underwater world blends storytelling, marine biology, and interactive design for all ages to enjoy. It includes engaging, myth-inspired storytelling that makes marine biology fun and memorable, clear, kid-level viewing panels and floor-to-ceiling tanks ensure great visibility for little ones, and it’s located near Aquaventure Waterpark, making it easy to combine both experiences into one day.

Relax at Kite Beach, Dubai

For families looking for outdoor fun and a break from screens, Kite Beach offers one of the best

coastal laid-back escapes in the city.

• Safe Swimming Areas: Shallow waters and lifeguards on duty make it safe for younger kids.
• On-Site Entertainment: From trampoline parks and skate ramps to paddleboarding rentals.
• Food Trucks & Cafes: Enjoy healthy bites, sweet treats, and great coffee from
• beachfront vendors.

Ride the Dunes on a Family Desert Safari

A desert safari is more than a ride, it’s a cultural and sensory experience kids will remember forever.

• Camel Rides &; Sandboarding: Soft dunes and expert guides make these activities safe
• and thrilling for families.
• Cultural Activities: Try henna painting, falconry displays, and traditional dance performances.
• BBQ Dinner Under the Stars: End the day with a feast of grilled meats, mezze, and sweets around a desert campfire.

Many tours offer tailored experiences with baby seats, shaded tents, and shorter ride durations

for younger kids.

For more information on safari adventures in the UAE, check out this blogpost.

All of this and more shows the UAE’s diversity and commitment to creating family-friendly spaces that are both safe and adventurous. The UAE is a prime location to visit, because you get the best of the west right in the middle east. Everything you wish to visit is closer than ever. The weather is more travel friendly and does not restrict certain activities as opposed to many popular European destinations, especially with a large number of air-conditioned indoor theme parks and activities available to curb the heat. The UAE is also home to many family-friendly hotels; whether it’s Atlantis, The Palm, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, or the WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton, with close proximity to major kid-focused and family-oriented attractions, spacious rooms, and amazing service, the UAE has it all.