Line 4 · Beach

Dubai with kids

United Arab Emirates

Best timeNov–Mar
Getting thereFly
Good forHistory & culture, Beach, Theme parks
DocumentsPassport needed

The Burj Khalifa, desert dune-bashing safaris, Atlantis Aquaventure, and skiing indoors at Ski Dubai.

Summer is over 105°F, so go between November and March.

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What it costs

Example for 2 adults and 2 kids, 5 days, including lodging, food and activities. Gas or flights depend on where you live, so price it from your ZIP for the full total.

Where you stayEstimated total*
Budget (1★)$3,250
Mid-range (3★)$4,090
Luxury (5★)$6,660

*Planning estimate from typical recent prices, before travel, with an 8% buffer. Holiday weeks and school breaks cost more.

Best time to go

  1. JanBest
  2. FebBest
  3. MarBest
  4. AprGood
  5. MayOff
  6. JunOff
  7. JulOff
  8. AugOff
  9. SepOff
  10. OctGood
  11. NovBest
  12. DecBest

Top attractions in United Arab Emirates

  1. Burj KhalifaAt the Top
  2. Dubai Mall & AquariumWalk-through tunnel
  3. Dubai FountainNightly shows
  4. Atlantis AquaventureHuge water park
  5. Museum of the FutureFuturistic exhibits
  6. Dubai FrameGlass bridge
  7. Al Fahidi Historical NeighbourhoodOld Dubai
  8. Global VillageOctober to May
  9. Dubai Miracle GardenNovember to May
  10. IMG Worlds of AdventureIndoor theme park

Where to eat in United Arab Emirates

  1. Al Ustad Special Kabab$Persian kebabs
  2. Ravi Restaurant$Pakistani
  3. Arabian Tea House$$Al Fahidi
  4. Al Mallah$Shawarma
  5. Bu Qtair$Fresh fish
  6. Logma$$Emirati
  7. Operation: Falafel$Falafel and wraps
  8. Zuma$$$Japanese
  9. Pierchic$$$Over the water

Things to do

  1. Desert safariDune bashing and camp dinner
  2. Ski DubaiMeet the penguins
  3. Abra across Dubai CreekA few dirhams
  4. Gold and Spice SouksDeira
  5. Dhow dinner cruiseCreek or marina
  6. Kite BeachBurj Al Arab views
  7. Dubai Fountain boat rideUp close
  8. Indoor skydivingiFly
  9. Dubai Metro rideDriverless

Places change. Tap any name to check it on Google Maps before you go.

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