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5 Really Fun Things To Do At Mirdif City Centre

Who said malls are just for shopping? If you’re looking for something different to do at Mirdif City Centre, we’ve got it covered. From rock climbing to a virtual wildlife museum, here are all the cool things to do, that don’t involve shopping or eating…

1. Learn how to fly

Things to do at Mirdif City Centre - iFly

Ever dreamed of learning how to fly? iFly, in Mirdif City Centre, is here to make your dreams come true. An instructor shows you how it’s done, as you defy gravity 4 metres above the ground in an indoor wind tunnel! All you need to do is suit up, spread your wings and fly…

Price: From AED 195 for first-timers (AED 175 for UAE residents)

2. Go Bowling

Things to do at Mirdif City Centre - Yalla Bowling
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Yalla, it’s time to knock over some pins! Get your friends together and strike up some fun with a game of bowling, or if you prefer some friendly competition, split up into teams and show them how it’s done. Yalla Bowling at Mirdif City Centre houses 12 bowling lanes, as well as video games and pool tables.

Price: AED 30 (+AED 5 for socks)

3. Discover planet Earth

Things to do at Mirdif City Centre - Orbi Dubai
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Did you know there’s a super cool indoor nature museum at Mirdif City Centre? Using real-life footage from BBC Earth, Orbi immerses you in to a multi-sensory attraction that lets you explore Earth like never before. From observing marine animals in the sea theatre, to freezing at -15 degrees at the Mt. Kenya experience, to watching African Elephants in their natural habitat, there are just so many things to do and discover.

Price: From AED 110. Free for kids under 3

4. Try Rock Climbing

Things to do at Mirdif City Centre - Climbing Wall Magic Planet
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Not only is there an 8-metre rock climbing wall in the mall, but once you reach the top – there is also a Sky Trail obstacle course hanging off the ceiling! Perfect for all the adrenaline junkies, the Sky Trail hangs 13 metres above ground, and involves zip-lining, climbing up cargo nets, swinging on a rope, walking on wobbly platforms, and more.

Price: AED 60 for Climbing Wall, AED 80 for Sky Trail, AED 120 for both

5. Catch a 4DX film

Things to do at Mirdif City Centre - 4DX Vox Cinemas

Upgrade your regular movie experience and choose a 4DX film instead! VOX 4DX at Mirdif City Centre lets you immerse yourself in the movie rather than just watching it, with the addition of extra effects like lightning, scents, breeze, motion, mist, etc. It may sound a little weird, especially to all the hardcore film fanatics out there, but it’s actually pretty cool.

Price: AED 130

Want to explore other malls too? Here are 7 awesome things to do at Dubai Mall, or if you’re looking for something to do outdoors, you will love these 6 outdoor cinemas in Dubai