Dubai offers an array of engrossing family attractions that are sure to capture the imagination of young children, ranging from exciting rides to more laid-back experiences.
Trying various water sports
Spending time at the beach is a great way to have fun with kids. However, don’t forget you can add to the excitement by also trying various water sports together. This is easy to do at family-friendly properties like Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, which, apart from beach access, offers plenty of activities on the water; these include banana boat rides, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding, while older kids can try water skiing, too.
Enjoying thrills at Aquaventure World
A rather different kind of attraction in the city is Aquaventure World, a key option for families in search of the top things to see and do in Dubai. Here, your loved ones will have the opportunity to experience an extensive collection of exciting slides, learn how to surf and enjoy other activities. Of course, it’s an ideal place to beat the heat in style and enjoy lots of thrills as well.
Having fun at KidZania Dubai
A marvellous attraction for young children is KidZania Dubai, where the little ones can gain a realistic taste of the real world. At this role-playing centre, kids may take on occupations such as firefighters, doctors, chefs, pilots, radio jockeys and more; they can also earn ‘money’ from these jobs and spend it as they would like!
Exploring the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
This amazing aquarium, located within the Dubai Mall, is sure to capture the imagination of adults as well as kids. As you might expect, you will encounter an amazing collection of marine creatures here, including sharks, rays and exotic fish. You can even undertake an entrancing excursion on a glass-bottomed boat and view these creatures at close quarters.
Going sandboarding in the desert
Naturally, your visit to Dubai wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the wonders of the desert. There are, in fact, a number of exciting and enjoyable things to do in the sandy expanses and undoubtedly one of them is sandboarding. Kids are sure to be enthralled by the opportunity to slide smoothly down the enticing sand dunes.