If like us you’re staying in Dubai this summer (2021) then keep reading to see our fave indoor places to keep the kids entertained…
A long and very hot summer
Is it just me or do summer holidays feel like an eternity!! Especially in Dubai where it’s absolutely scorching hot! The only options seem to be pool days and indoor activities… Soooo here’s a list of our faves…
Oli Oli
This place always makes our lists! We love it and there’s something for every age. This year they have a fab summer camp too along with lots of new features added to their galleries! There are 8 galleries in total along with the temporary seasonal ones too… Oli Oli are always introducing new themes to keep it fun, interactive and exciting!
- Location – Al Quoz 1, Dubai.
- Parking – free onsite or if this is full there’s on street RTA spaces available
- Age suitability – all ages
- Cafe – onsite and reasonably priced (you get 15% off with membership too)
- WiFi – yes and free (just ask for a code at the cafe counter)
- Offers – They have a membership option available which is great value and it gets you discount at the cafe too. It’s also on the Kidzapp app too if you don’t want to commit to the membership but still want a discount.
- Summer camp – morning and afternoon slots!
- Top tip – take socks for you and the kids for areas that are strictly socks only. And a towel, change of clothes and water shoes or flip flops for the water gallery.
- Check out our 30second video of Oli Oli’s future park here.
BOUNCE- X
I mean what kid doesn’t love a trampoline park… and Bounce X is so much more than that with their free style running, ninja assault course and dodge ball arenas. All this alongside their junior jumpers zone too which is great for little ones! It’s great for burning energy and letting the kids run (bounce) wild!
- Location – Dubai Festival City Mall
- Parking – Free at the mall
- Age suitability – from first walkers to adults
- Cafe – onsite next to the junior jumpers zone.
- WiFi – yes and free.
- Offers – it’s available to book via the Kidzapp app where you can get a discount.
- Summer camp – n/a
- Top tip – take grippy socks for the junior jumpers zone (for those under 110cm) and trainers for the other areas (for those 110cm and above)
- Click here to see a quick 40 second video of what it’s like!
Adventure Parx & Cafe
Looking for a soft play with a difference then look no further. This place is super cool with its soft play areas and rope climbing experience.
- Location – Al Wasel, Dubai
- Parking – On street RTA
- Age suitability – from crawlers to teens
- Cafe – on site and reasonably priced
- WiFi – yes and free
- Offers – it’s available to book via the Kidzapp app where you can get a discount.
- Summer camp – n/a
- Top tip – take grippy socks for the soft play and trainers for the rope climbing.
- Click here to see a quick 30 second video of what it’s like!
Orange Wheels
A super cute soft play suitable for age 6 and below. A combination of floor level play and low level soft play. I love how easy it is to keep an eye on the kids here! It’s perfect for toddlers… ANDDD there’s also a lovely cafe inside!! The staff are brilliant and so interactive with the kids!
- Location – Town Center Jumeirah
- Parking – Free underground parking
- Age suitability – from crawlers to approx age 6
- Cafe – on site and reasonably priced
- WiFi – yes and free
- Offers – it’s available to book via the Kidzapp app where you can get a discount.
- Summer camp -n/a
- Top tip – take grippy socks and socks for adults too!
- Click here to see a quick 30 second video of what it’s like!
More to share
I’ll keep adding to this summer survival guide as and when we visit new places that we love. Hope you find it helpful… I’ll also share any great offers we find too. Apps like Kidzapp are great for days out inspo and saving money!
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