Summer is here, and the break for the season is nearly approaching. So, with the holidays nearly knocking at your doors, doesn’t it make sense to make a list of a few activities that you can participate in with your children? Well, it’s an excellent time to teach them important life skills while also making core memories that are bound to stay with your precious munchkin for a lifetime. And so, we have made a list of a few summer activities to do with your kids in the UAE!
Summer Activities To Do With Your Kids
1. Visit The Newly Opened Crocodile Park In Dubai
A new attraction in the emirate, Dubai Crocodile Park, is certainly a place that you need to visit with your little munchkins. It opened on April 18 and is home to 250 Nile crocodiles of different ages. So, you can observe them in their natural habitat from a safe distance! Moreover, it is right next to Mushrif Park, which is open daily from 10 AM to 10 PM. Moreover, there is also a museum dedicated to crocodiles where visitors can gain information about these reptilian creatures, including their history and future.
2. Take Your Child To Interactive Museum, Olioli
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OliOli is one of the most fun-filled museums in the UAE. It is said to be Dubai’s first play museum and this interactive space is the perfect place for your children, this summer. Made for families to come together, play, and bond, it’s a great place to make some new memories while you teach your children valuable knowledge through hands-on activities. Since all ages are welcome here, this is a great place to explore with your entire family. So, while you are here, don’t forget to check out Toshi’s Nets, Water Gallery, Future Park, and Incredi-balls.
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3. Sign Them Up For Pottery Classes With Art Central UAE Art Services
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With the summer break approaching, your children will have ample time on their hands. So, this is a great time to sign them up for interactive and fun-filled workshops that will allow them to pick up new skills. Art Central offers a bunch of entertaining workshops, such as photo printing, painting, ceramic, candle arts, and even pottery classes. With so many options on offer, you can join any of these classes along with your children for a fun-filled bonding time.
4. Give Them A Glimpse Of The Underwater World At The National Aquarium
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The National Aquarium in Abu Dhabi hardly needs any introduction. This massive building houses underwater species of varied kinds. As it happens, it is home to 46,000 animals, which spans across a whopping 10 zones! So, take your children along for the exploration of this massive aquarium that houses 200 sharks and rays, which represent 25 different species.
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5. Take Them For A Fun-Filled Day At The Indoor Playgrounds
Playgrounds are the best solution to let your child burn their excess energy. But what about summer, when it’s blistering hot outside? This is where indoor playgrounds come to your rescue. While it may be scorching hot outside, indoor playgrounds offer the perfect solution to let your children have a fun-filled experience, without the facing repercussions of extreme temperatures. There are several play areas across the UAE where you can take your children! From soft play areas to fun-filled trampoline parks, there is something for every child.
6. Cool Off At The Waterparks!
Summers are the perfect time to experience the joy of waterparks. With there being many options available in the UAE, doesn’t it make sense to take your child for a memorable day at one of these waterparks? From water slides to crazy rides, we are sure your child is going to have the time of their life at these family destinations. As it happens, Atlantis Aquaventure has now gained certified Autism Centre Designation. This means children on the autism spectrum can also have a great experience at this park!
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7. Get Cooking With Your Lil’ Munchkin
One of the best ways to bond with your child is to partake in a common activity. And what better way to do so than some good ol’ cooking session? Well, cooking is an important life skill that everybody should know and the best way to teach your child this essential skill is by taking part in the activity with them. So, while you are busy making some core memories, don’t forget to impart the basics of cooking.
We have done all the research for you, which one of these activities would you undertake with your child?
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