Dubai Family Vacation Ideas - Attractions, Activities & Things to Do

The Aquaventure Waterpark is perfect for guests of all ages. From Splasher's Children's Play Area to long and winding, high-speed water slides, there's something for every member of the family. Conveniently located at Atlantis The Palm, a top-tier hotel and resort surrounded by the waters of Dubai, it's the perfect excuse for parents to relax on the man-made beach while the kids explore the lazy rivers, slides, and other rides. Older kids will love heading to the fast-paced rapids for a wild ride through tidal surges in Torrent River. It's the perfect destination to create fun-filled family memories of your Dubai vacation. Getting in: Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis The Palm tickets are included on Go Dubai Card.

Not every family vacation spot has to be an amusement park! A trip to the top of tallest building in the world is something everyone can enjoy. At the 124th and 125th floors, you'll be able to see all of the city. The 360-degree, crystal clear windows allow for views of skyscrapers, deserts, and oceans. After enjoying the view outside, take some time to explore the interactive exhibits that tell the story of the Burj Khalifa's construction. Visiting the Burj Khalifa is a must when on a trip in Dubai. It's a world-renowned landmark and there's nothing quite like it anywhere else. Getting in: At The Top - Burj Khalifa tickets are included on Go Dubai Card.

Get unlimited, 1-day park-hopping access to your choice of two theme parks from four options: LEGOLAND® Dubai, LEGOLAND® Dubai Water Park, MOTIONGATETM Dubai, and/or Bollywood Parks Dubai.

• LEGOLAND® Dubai: experience over 40 LEGO® themed rides, shows, building experiences, and attractions—the perfect way to spend a fun-filled day for families with kids aged 2-12
• LEGOLAND® Dubai Water Park: splash into LEGO® themed fun geared towards families with kids from ages 2 to 12 with raft rides, body slides, tube slides, play areas, a wave pool, and more
• MOTIONGATETM Dubai: a Hollywood-themed park with immersive and thrilling rides, attractions and more ways to experience the movie industry and your favorite blockbuster hits
• Bollywood Parks Dubai: visit the world’s first park entirely dedicated to all things Bollywood action, adventure, romance, and comedy with over 15 rides and attraction

All of these parks are located on the same compound, so it's very easy to hop back and forth between your two choices. Getting in: 1 Day 2 Parks Hopper at Dubai Parks & Resorts tickets are included on Go Dubai Card.

Explore the lost civilization of Atlantis at Atlantis The Palm. The Lost Chambers Aquarium features 10 themed chambers that showcase 65,000 different exotic fish and sea creatures. Watch as sting rays, piranhas, giant arapaima, jellyfish, and sharks interact within their tanks. Take a tour and learn more about the history of the lost city of Atlantis and its culture, technology, and ancient citizens. You can also partake in an interactive Aquatheatre Show, watching as the scuba divers check on the animals and perform live feedings. Getting in: Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis The Palm tickets are included on Go Dubai Card.

Yes, you read that right: indoor skiing. Head over to Ski Dubai, the first-ever indoor ski resort and the world's largest indoor ski resort that uses real snow. No matter what season it is during your family vacation, you can race down the slopes. Ski and toboggan down slopes of all sizes - from kid-friendly to black diamonds, you'll be able to race around the complex all day. Younger children will love the chance to ride down the hill in a giant, padded ball on the Snowball Ride. If you've had your fill of skiing, or you're not much of a skiier, you can participate in interactive games led by ski instructors, watch real Gentoo penguins perform in March of the Penguins, or take a ride on the Giant Snowball. Getting in: Ski Dubai Polar Pass tickets are included on the Go Dubai Card.

Have you ever experienced an indoor rainforest before? Check it off your bucket list on your family trip to Dubai! At Green Planet, you'll enter a whole new world as soon as you step through the door. The vertical rainforest is a fully immersive experience that you have to see with your own eyes to believe. Explore all four levels and keep your eyes peeled for any of the 3,000 species that live within the complex. Colorful toucans, butterflies, and tropical birds will fly overhead as you and the family explore the secrets of the rainforest. Getting in: The Green Planet tickets are included on Go Dubai Card.