5 New Attractions in Dubai That Are Budget-Friendly Too
Whether you’ve got visitors in town, or you just want to be a tourist in your own city, there are loads of cool Dubai landmarks to check out. From the Dubai Safari Park to the Dubai Frame, here are 5 new attractions in Dubai that will cost you AED 60 or less!
1. Dubai Safari Park
Home to over 2,500 animals from around the world, Dubai Safari Park is definitely a must-visit attraction in Dubai. Visitors can explore the Arabian, African and Asian villages, embark on an open-air safari, chill by the valley or enjoy a picnic by the waterfall. There are even live shows and a theatre at the safari zoo!
Price: AED 20 for kids, AED 50 for adults. Combo packages available
Where: Dubai Safari Park, Al Warqa
2. Dubai Fountain Boardwalk
As if the Dubai Fountain wasn’t cool enough already, there’s now a new 272-metre floating platform that lets you get even closer to the action. In fact, it’s so close you may even get a bit wet! The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk can be accessed from Burj Park and the Dubai Fountain promenade.
Price: AED 20 per person. No entry for kids under 4
Where: Dubai Fountain, The Dubai Mall
3. Louvre Abu Dhabi
Ok, this one’s a little out of Dubai but it’s definitely worth a mention! The Louvre Abu Dhabi is the latest addition to the UAE’s art scene and has some really cool exhibitions to check out. Did you know that they’ve recently purchased the World’s most expensive painting – Leonardo Da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi (otherwise known as the ‘male Mona Lisa’)?
Price: Free for kids under 13; AED 30 for ages 13 to 22; AED 60 for ages 22+
Where: The Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Cultural District
4. Ferris Wheel
Have you taken a ride on the new ferris wheel at Dubai Festival City Mall yet? Part of the outdoor extension Festival Bay, the 40m high ferris wheel lets you enjoy the stunning skyline views over the Dubai Creek. Head there in the evening to catch the daily IMAGINE light show from up top.
Price: AED 25 for kids, AED 40 for adults. AED 100 for a family (2 adults, 2 kids)
Where: Dubai Festival City Mall, Festival City
5. Dubai Frame
The Dubai Frame opened to the public over a month ago, yet our Instagram feed is still flooded with pictures of the iconic structure. So much more than just a frame, this Dubai landmark lets visitors get a glimpse of Dubai’s past, present and future, including an immersive museum, a 360 degree sky deck, a glass floor and more!
Price: Free for kids under 3; AED 20 for kids aged 3 to 12; AED 50 for adults
Where: The Dubai Frame, Zabeel Park
Looking for more fun things to do in the UAE? Here are 5 awesome road trips from Dubai to try, or if you fancy something more kid-friendly, check out these 7 insanely fun real-life games to play in Dubai!
