As the heat dials up, so does the need for some fun indoor pursuits. Here are some ideas to keep the whole family entertained all summer long
Kids can stay, play and eat for free at Legoland
Family adventures don’t get much more exciting than the ultimate staycation at LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort. A dragon-guarded entrance, interactive LEGO® experiences, breakfast at the family restaurant and themed bedrooms will make this a stay to remember and with full access to LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort - Theme Park or Water Park, making family memories will be the only thing you need to think about. The offer is valid from now until 25 August.
Check out the new Market Brunch at One Za’abeel
The Arrazuna Brunch takes place at one of the hottest new hotels of 2024 and is one for all the family to enjoy. With The Ripe Market providing some retail therapy, plus entertainment for the children including magic shows, face painting and crafts, The Market Brunch at One Za’abeel is the perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon. Its market-style setting allows guests to interact with the chefs and enjoy various foodie pop-ups, including coffee tasting, wine and cheese sampling, and a distillery experience.
Let the kids play while you enjoy great food and beverages
Ribambelle on Bluewaters Island is the new soft play with a bar and restaurant a.k.a. what all us parents have been waiting for. Designed as a lush green oasis in the heart of the desert, it is filled with exhilarating slides, ball pits and whimsically designed play zones and offers a range of arts and crafts classes from candle-making to t-shirt painting. A swanky restaurant on the upper floor serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Highlights include freshly made croissants and waffles and, from 1pm onwards, a tasty selection of dishes including seabass ceviche, Bluefin Tuna tartare, and a Wagyu beef burger with truffle aioli and mozzarella cheese. All dishes can be perfectly paired with a tipple from Ribambelle's extensive beverage menu. This one is a win-win for all the family.
Explore the new Arte Museum in Dubai Mall
This multi-sensory experience opened in early 2024, and if you haven’t been yet, this is your sign to check it out. Centred around the theme of ‘Eternal Nature’ and showcasing works that resonate with the landscapes and cultural backdrop of Dubai, expect a series of immersive encounters. Ensuring all the senses are engaged, awakening soundscapes and custom-scented aromas fill the space, and the ARTE Tea Bar is a nice place to relax with a refreshing tea-based mocktail. Tickets start from AED 69 for children aged four and above. Kids aged three and below can enter for free.
Take the kids for a summer blast at OliOli®️
If you’ve never been to OliOli®️ before, you are missing out on a wonderful family experience. This is a play museum with a re-imagined interactive play environment with over 45 interactive, whimsical and wonderful things to do. This summer, kids aged four to 10 years old can participate in weekly camps centred around different themes from 8 July to 23 August.
