If you are one of those who want to see a different side of the
city that very people are exploring then, Dubai should be on top of your travel
list. The city is famous for its
skyscrapers, shopping malls, and glitz and glamourous lifestyle, which is why
most people are attracted to it. What most people don’t know is that Dubai is
also home to some of the best theme parks, adventure parks and water parks that
don’t get the limelight they deserve.
In this article, you will learn about six theme parks you cannot
afford to miss when you are in Dubai.
1.
IMG World of Adventure
For those who want to quench for adventure, this adventure park
Dubai is their best bet. IMG, a company responsible for breathing new lease of
life into Marvel comics and Cartoon Network has created this theme park. IMG
world of adventure is one of the largest indoor theme parks in the world and is
divided into four separate zones.
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Cartoon
Network
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Marvel
Universe
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Lost
Valley-Dinosaur Adventure
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IMG
Boulevard
This adventure park tickets start from 225 AED, which entitles you to enjoy exciting rides such as
Velociraptor and offer you truly hair-raising experiences such as the haunted
hotel. If you are going to this park with your family, family-friendly
activities like Lazy Town have you covered. What’s more, your kids can indulge
in toddler centric rides.
2.
Aquaventure Waterpark
If you are looking for an adventure park in Dubai Atlantis, then
you should not look any further than Aquaventure waterpark. Located near the
palm resort on the outer edge of Palm islands in Atlantis, this massive
award-winning waterpark is the best place to visit especially if you are
interested in water adventures. You will find everything from high slides to
calm water boat rides. This waterpark has something for everyone. The ticket for
this park might cost you 354 AED or
more.
3.
Ski Dubai
If you hate Dubai’s scorching hot weather and want something a lot
cooler then, Ski Dubai is a great option for you. Covering an amassing area of 22,500 square meters, Ski Dubai has
five different slopes and each of them has its own difficulty level, height and
gradient. Whether you are a skiing professional or someone who has just started
skiing, you will find something that matches your taste in this park. What’s
more, the ticket starts at 200 AED
4.
LEGOLAND Dubai
LEGOLAND, one of the most popular toy manufacturers in the world
has created one of the most innovative theme parks in the region with LEGOLAND
Dubai. Although it might not be as big as its other counterparts on this list
when it comes to fun and excitement, it tops the list. With more than 40 rides
and family-friendly attractions, your kids won’t want to leave the park once
they get in. You only must pay 175 AED
to enter and make the most of these rides.
5.
Wild Wadi Waterpark
When it comes to popularity, Wild Wadi waterpark takes the cake.
What makes this waterpark wildly popular is its ability to offer fun-filled
activities, opportunities for recreation with a view that few parks could
match. It was one of the first waterparks to offer slides and rides to suit
every person, whether you are young or old. Don’t forget to enjoy Jumeirah
Sceirah, the largest and fastest water slide outside the USA. The experience of
coming down from a 120 meters high
slide and gaining speeds up to 80 km/h
can not be described into words. The experience is truly worth the 270 AED ticket price.
6.
Motiongate Dubai
Even though Motiongate Dubai might be new to the theme park scene
but it has already created a splash. Inaugurated in December 2016, it has since
been nicknamed “Hollywood in the
desert” and rightly so. Just like IMG world of adventure, this theme
park is also divided into four different zones:
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Columbia
Pictures
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DreamWorld
Animation
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The
Smurfs
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Lion
gate
When you combine the number of rides available in all of these
zones, the number easily exceeds the two-dozen mark. If you are a movie-goer or
a Hollywood fan, you will surely appreciate the cinematic experience you will
get in this theme park. Best of all, it won’t cost you that much either with
ticket prices starting from 175 AED.
Which theme park in Dubai is your
favorite and why? Let us know in the comments section below.