With the launch of Dubailand in 2015, Dubai is hoping to take on Disney and become the best action-packed holiday destination in the world. There are a number of theme parks in the malls and Dubai hotels for you to enjoy before then though, with plenty of thrills available, from computer game rides to vertigo-inducing water slides.
Situated in Atlantis The Palm and connected to one of the most luxurious Dubai hotels, Aquaventure is a breathtaking water themed park. It promises to be an action-packed adventure for even the most extreme thrill seekers, combining shark-infested lagoons, water rapids and 27m high slides. There are activities there suitable for the whole family with a children’s water playground with climbing frames, rope bridges and cannons there too.
Kidzania, located in the Dubai Mall is one of the leading children’s edutainment centres and gives kids the chance to take control for a day. Children are able to take over from grown-ups, fly aeroplanes and drive buses in this alternative reality, set over 80,000 square feet. With its own bank, supermarket, television station and hospital, this is a whole new world for kids.
Themed around the Arabian folklore character Juha, Wild Wadi Water Park is a 12-acre oasis in the middle of the desert. Situated between the Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach hotels, it is packed with 30 rides and attractions. Highlights include the Jumeirah Sceirah, the tallest free-fall slide outside of North America, which sends you hurtling down 33 metres at up to 80km per hour, and the new Tantrum Alley ride.
SEGA Republic draws inspiration from Sonic the Hedgehog and his friends, offering five zones of entertainment for the family. The park features cutting-edge motion simulators and virtual experiences, combining nine heart-stopping attractions and 250 amusement games. Set over two levels in Dubai Mall, this is an adrenaline-filled day out or the perfect post-shop treat for the kids. Guests are able to join a high-speed bobsled race, twist and turn away from Dr. Eggman in a thrilling rollercoaster ride and drop 9 metres in Sonic’s Hopper plus much more.
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