Known as a tourist haven, Dubai is abundant with several theme parks that offer the best of the east and the west. Like everything else in the city, amusement parks in this emirate feature some of the best recreational facilities in the world. Some of the places have also won awards from well-known travel bodies across the globe, thus making them famous among the residents and tourists alike.
From invigorating water-themed rides to all-encompassing roller coasters and Hollywood-inspired fun, the theme parks are ideal for those who keep a discerning eye to enjoy the fun. The monotonous routine in the metropolis leaves most of the professionals feeling bored towards the end of the week. Therefore, both children, as well as adults, look forward to holidays so as to fulfil their bucket list in Dubai. In this way, they can feel relaxed while spending valuable time with the family.
So, this article sheds light on some of the most famous amusement parks that are set to redefine the very concept of luxury. Continue reading!
Dubai Parks and Resorts
The first on the list is Dubai Parks and Resorts. The development is owned by Meraas. The consortium comes with five amazing theme parks which are followed by a spectacular resort. These theme parks include Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, Legoland Dubai, Legoland Waterpark, and Riverland Dubai. People can relish true nature by visiting this family-friendly destination.
Aquaventure Waterpark
One of the famous adventure parks, Aquaventure Waterpark is a thrilling destination nestled in Atlantis, The Palm. This park has also received widespread international acclaim. Also, popular for being the largest waterpark in Dubai, it was bestowed as “Middle East’s Leading Water Park” title by World Travel Awards in 2016.
This Dubai waterpark is popular for its inspiring list of gravity-defying rides such as ‘Aquaconda’, which is the world’s largest waterslide and ‘The Leap of Faith’ where visitors can take a plunge into a translucent tube engulfed by sharks!
For just AED 320, they can purchase the 1-Day Super Pass for Adults Aquaventure tickets online while the same for kids is worth AED 260. These prices are subject to change, so consider keeping an eye on discounts and deals to save your money.
Never consider Aquaventure as an ordinary waterpark. Apart from offering the exhilarating rides, it has Dubai’s largest aquarium that is enriched with over 65,000 marine animals. Here, you can also meet the dolphins at Dolphin Bay.
IMG Worlds of Adventure
One of the most exciting amusement parks in Dubai city, IMG Worlds of Adventure is a true haven to relish fun and adventure together. From The Hulk to Powerpuff Girls, the park features so many cartoons and movie characters; here children can find themselves lost in virtual reality.
Until the opening of Warner Bros World in neighbouring Abu Dhabi, this was the biggest temperature-controlled indoor theme park in the world. It has the capacity to accommodate an astonishing 20k guests per day! It is divided into the following zones:
- Marvel, where you can appreciate attractions enthused from Marvel Studios
- Cartoon Network, where all the desired cartoon characters including Superman and Ben10 come to life.
- The Lost Valley, featuring dinosaur rides, aims to take you back to the prehistoric era.
- IMG Boulevard has scary attraction names as The Haunted Hotel among other things.
Aventura Parks
This park is Dubai’s unique and exclusive destination where friends, students, family, teams and leaders learn, play and grow in nature.
The park flaunts 5 circuits that come with 80 obstacles and zip lines. The area also has a Team Building Park, located adjacent to the Adventure Park; it is perfect for people working as a team and leader on programs based on customer requirements. Apart from this, the park comes with a Nature Trail showcasing the flora and fauna of the UAE; they are set in a stunning Ghaf tree forest, nestled in the heart of Dubai.
So, get ready to conquer the longest series of thrilling tree-top zip-lines in the region, and leap across the great 25-meter Tarzan jump! This park is the best way to reconnect with nature. People around the world visit Aventura Parks to relish the thrill and fun of the largest outdoor adventure destination in the Middle East.
All in all, when it comes to fun and amusement, Dubai features the best places for amusement for the residents and visitors alike. So visit these places and get ready to visit the perfect experience in life.
