Planning family outings with kids in Dubai means finding a new fun spot for your children to explore every other week. But the scorching heat continues to hover over the city, though Summer is long over. Given the rising mercury levels, an indoor play area is a perfect solution to keep your kids away from the heat. Dubai has an abundance of kids’ play areas that cater to children from all age groups. They are designed to combine active play and education. Plus, they are a great option for your kids to make new friends and have a great time.

Here’s the list of six interesting indoor play areas in Dubai to bookmark, if you are looking forward to having a fuss-free and fun time with your kids.

1. KidZania

When you are a child, it can seem quite fascinating to live the life of an adult and Kidzania has turned this dream into reality. KidZania Dubai is a destination where kids can experience simulations of adult life. This edutainment destination is designed to model a real-life community with hospitals, buildings, restaurants and streets. Kids can even choose a profession and earn money in Kidzos currency. They can experience real-life simulations of a typical day in the life of doctors, chefs, pilots, firemen, surgeons and more at this kids’ play area in Dubai. The best part is that they can use the Kidzos money to pay for the food and services.

Location: The Dubai Central Mall, Financial Center Road

2. Velocity Sports & Recreation Club (Velocity DXB)

Housing a number of indoor sports facilities, Velocity DXB is an ideal spot if you want to enjoy some family time while playing indoor games. This recreational facility includes one of the top indoor kids’ play areas in Dubai that is spread over 40,000 sq. ft. Visitors including adults and children can play indoor football, handball, cricket and other similar games at the sports playgrounds at Velocity. They also have a huge kids’ soft play area to keep toddlers and younger kids entertained.

Location: 5 25 A St, Al Quoz 

3. SKI DUBAI

If you want your kids to experience sliding down snow-capped mountains without spending a fortune travelling to Europe or North America, SKI DUBAI is the way to go. This first-ever indoor ski resort with indoor mountains for skiing is located in the Mall of the Emirates. Families visiting the spot can have fun beating the Dubai summer heat while exploring fun activities such as skiing and snowboarding. The place also has some amiable penguins who the kids can interact with.

Location: Sheikh Zayed Rd, Al Barsha

4. Trampo Extreme

As the name suggests, Trampo Extreme is an extreme trampoline park with tons of trampolines for jumping and climbing. The park houses one of the world’s largest indoor caving units that has exciting slides, hidden chambers and treasures to be found. The soft play area at Trampo Extreme displays the different cities of the world, offering 12 stimulating activities. Moreover, there are 16 jumping activities at Trampo Extreme along with fun-filled climbing challenges.

Location: The Dubai Mall, Near Reel Cinema

5. OliOli Children's Play Museum

Oli Oli Children’s Museum is a double-storey edutainment facility based on the concept of ‘observe and learn’. Spread over 30,000 sq. ft., this is one of the best kids’ playgrounds in Dubai where kids get exposure to an educational set-up with science labs, a range of installations and more. Children can also observe more than 40 exhibits that are inspired by the works of professionals including artists, developmental psychologists, educators and more. Other than this, there is an expansive play area with a total of eight galleries that are focused on the STEAM education theme (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths).

Location: 62 4 A St, Al Quoz

6. ADVENTURE PARX

Spend some quality time with your kids at Adventure Parx where you will get to enjoy exciting activities along with some amazing dining options. Situated in the neighbourhood of Al Wasl Road in Dubai, this indoor adventure play area for kids offers a range of activities that children would love. There is a vast space with a rope course and many other interesting fun activities that provide kids with healthy physical and mental engagement.

Location: 611 Al Wasl Rd, Al Safa 1

Dubai boasts a plethora of play areas to keep your kids entertained. Instead of staying home playing video games, encourage your kids to explore these destinations. Offering interactive and hands-on activities, these play areas are your best bet for entertaining your kids while nurturing their creative and social skills. Now that you have the list, plan your next outing with your kids to one of these indoor play areas and make their weekend memorable.