Fun For Less: 4 Best Activities For Kids In Downtown Dubai This September

The summer holidays may be over, but if you’re still searching for ways to keep your kids entertained through the day, you’re in the right place. While children’s activities can often be pricey, this month you can enjoy some of the top attractions in Downtown Dubai without breaking the bank.

1. Kidzania

Kids between the ages of 4 to 16 can enjoy unlimited access to this popular edutainment destination throughout the month of September for just AED 499. The 7,000 m2 scaled replica of a real city is packed with over 40 role-playing activities for children so they can learn about the real world while developing life skills. The pass includes all-day access to city activities and 50 kidZos to spend.

Located at Dubai Mall. Open daily from 10am to 11pm. For more information, call 800 38224 6255 or visit their website.

2. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Home to thousands of aquatic animals, this popular destination at Dubai Mall has a special Back To School offer until 30th September. UAE residents can enjoy 15% off on the Ultimate pass. For just AED 212, you get access to the Instagrammable tunnel, underwater zoo, and penguin cove. The fun doesn’t end there! You can tour the aquarium in a glass bottom boat and feed the fish. The pass also includes vouchers for the cafe and retail shop.

Located at Dubai Mall. Open from 10am to 11pm on weekdays and from 10am to midnight on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, call 800 38224 6255 or visit their website.

3. Play DXB

This thrilling indoor playground at Dubai Mall has plenty of options to keep both toddlers and teens happy—everything from the classic carousel ride to arcade games and inflatable trampolines. With their Madness Mondays offer you can almost double the fun. Load AED 500 on your play DXB card and the team will boost it with an extra AED 400.

Located at Dubai Mall. Open from 10am to 11pm from Sunday to Thursday and from 10am to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, call 800 3822 46255 or visit their website.

4. Dubai Ice Rink

At Dubai Ice Rink’s after-school club, children can enjoy ice skating for just AED 90. Valid from Monday to Wednesday, the activity is perfect for those with some ice skating experience. Tickets must be purchased online and each session is 90 minutes long, with sessions starting from 3.15pm onwards.

Located at Dubai Mall. Open daily from 10am to midnight. For more information, call 800 38224 6255 or visit their website.

(Photo credit: Kidzania)

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