From trampoline parks to soft play, these indoor Dubai spots are perfect for kids with some serious energy to burn
Kids bouncing off the walls? Dubai’s indoor play areas are made for exactly that. From trampolines and climbing walls to obstacle courses and soft play zones, these spots let little ones run, jump, and let off steam in a safe, air-conditioned space. Perfect for weekends or quick escapes from the heat, they’ll keep the kids entertained for hours – and give parents a well-deserved break.
Here are 13 of the best indoor play areas in Dubai where kids can burn some endless energy
Air Maniax
Here’s one of those indoor activities in Dubai that’s fun for both kids and adults. Air Maniax is Dubai’s largest indoor inflatable park, which you can find in Arabian Centre Dubai, Al Quoz, Nad Al Sheba and Mercato Mall. Burn energy at the inflatable arena and the warrior run; try the doughnut ride and more. There’s a special toddler zone, too. And you know you just have to try out Meltdown, where you avoid being struck by the cushioned rotating arm – fun for you and for the people watching.
Book here.
Where: Arabian Centre, Mercato, Nad Al Sheba and Al Quoz
When: varies
Cost: From Dhs120
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Bounce INC
Bounce at X-Park at Al Quoz is not only insanely fun, but it’s also a serious workout – just enough to tire the little ones out. The super-sized trampoline park is filled with obstacle courses, dodgeball, a zip line, climbing walls, a speed slide, a slam dunk area and, of course, it’s trampolines galore.
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Where: Al Quoz
When: Mon to Sat 10am to 9pm; Sun 10am to 8pm
Cost: Prices start from Dhs90. Deals and packages available.
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BOUNCE-X
BOUNCE-X is brought to you by the same people as Bounce Trampoline Park (above). This concept is the world’s first ‘freestyle terrain park’, complete with two storeys of trampolines, parkour elements and ninja courses. The 5,000 square metre space is described as a ‘giant adrenaline playground’ and will be filled with exciting challenges, superhero-style freestyle features and brand-new obstacles.
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Where: Dubai Festival City, Festival City
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 10pm, Sat to Sun 10am to 12am
Cost: Prices start from Dhs90. Deals and packages available.
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Dubai Ice Rink
If you don’t mind a chilly atmosphere, this is another cool indoor activity in Dubai to try. At Dubai Ice Rink, you can swoop and glide (well, at least try to) with their daily sessions for all levels. Private lessons are also available if you want to upgrade your skills. And it’s an activity the whole family can enjoy.
Where: Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri to Sun 10am to 11.45pm
Cost: From Dhs130
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Glitch Arabia
This indoor active game park in Al Ghurair Centre in Deira has more than 30 action-packed attractions, including an indoor roller glider, a climbing wall, a rope course and one (really fast) slide. There are VR games, laser tag, a bowling alley, and even pool.
Check out the various price packages here.
Where: Al Ghurair Centre, Deira
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 10pm, Fri to Sun 10am to 12am
Cost: From Dhs100, varying packages available
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Hello Park
Hello Park at Dubai Festival City Mall is great for the whole family to visit. It presents games across themes: Active, Logical, and Creative. We do have a feeling you’ll be spending most of your time in Active, where there are interactive slopes and swings, a ball pit, a climbing wall, hopscotch and so much more. At Creative, kids can interact with pictures and a sandbox and even become digital painters. At Logical, kids will have to use their smarts to try and solve puzzles. Afterwards, enjoy a bite and sip at Hello Cafe.
Purchase tickets here.
Where: Dubai Festival City Mall, Dubai Festival City
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri to Sun 10am to 12am
Kidzania
Designed for children ages four to 16, Kidzania in Dubai Mall is a 7,000-square-metre city of fun with over 40 activities for children to tackle. Inside, children can tackle real-life scenarios, role-play different jobs and even earn special ‘Kidzania’ currency.
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Where: Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
When: Daily 10am to 11pm
Cost: From Dhs195
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Loco Bear
Taking over a sprawling 70,000-square-foot space in Al Quoz 2, Loco Bear is an adventure hub of all things thrills and skills. There’s something for all ages ages,uding a first-of-its-kind slime universe for little ones, a soft play zone perfect for wearing out kids, a trampoline space, challenging wall climbs, a roller glider, bowling and so much more.
Check out the prices and offers here.
Where: Al Quoz 2
When: Mon to Fri 12pm to 11pm, Sat and Sun 10am to 11pm
Cost: Packages from Dhs250
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OliOli Dubai
Popular experiential children’s museum OliOli is a great place for little ones to be. Factual and fun, OliOli is an interactive museum with eight galleries for little ones to get stuck into. Each gallery is themed on a different subject such as ‘forts and dens’ and ‘future park’. It’s loved by kids, and for very good reasons.
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Where: Al Quoz 1, next to Oasis Mall
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 6pm, Fri to Sun 10am to 8pm
Cost: Dhs169
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Ready Set Go
Dubai’s largest soft play area, Ready Set Go is a jungle theme for the little ones to go wild. The centre has a soft play area, role-play town, and jump park as well as a café for parents to sit back and relax. For children below 90cm, it’s Dhs75; for children above 90cm, it’s Dhs150 for a whole day of fun. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
Get your tickets here.
Where: Al Quoz 3
When: Mon to Fri from 10am, Sat and Sun from 9am
Cost: From Dhs75, Various packages available
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SENSAS
SENSAS, the fully immersive, multi-sensory adventure is an indoor activity that challenges the way you experience the world. SENSAS was originally launched in France and is now captivating audiences across the globe. SENSAS invites guests to disconnect from the ordinary and dive into a thrilling, 2-hour journey that puts all five senses to the test.
Get tickets here.
Where: Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Al Quoz
When: Mon to Thurs 1.45pm to 2.45pm, Fri to Sun 12.45pm to 2.45pm
Cost: From Dhs136 per person
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Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai is arguably the coolest attraction in the city, spanning 22,500 square metres in the Mall of the Emirates. Home to loads of activities, including a ski slope for skiers and snowboarders, a Snow Park’, Zorb balls, penguin encounters and more. Ski school is available to help you learn the basics. Afterwards, warm up with a hot chocolate at the Avalanche Café. Costs vary depending on your choice of activity.
Check out the prices here.
Where: Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Road
When: Sat and Sun 9am to 1am, Mon to Thurs 10am to 12am, and Fri 10am to 1am
Cost: Experiences and packages differ
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Sky Zone
This activity park at Ibn Battuta Mall has everything you could need to blow off unlimited energy levels without being outdoors. With a Wipe Out zone, warrior courses, zip line, climbing wall, dodgeball court, trampoline park, toddler zone and giant warped walls, this 35,000 square-foot centre is a cool place to be.
Purchase your tickets here.
Where: Persian Court, Ibn Battuta Mall
When: Fri to Sun from 10am, Mon to Thurs 12pm
Cost: Prices from Dhs99
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