Stepping out during the day is mostly out of necessity and not for leisurely purposes. However, if you are also tired of staying indoors, we are here to help you out. We have curated a list of fantastic indoor places where you can explore the vibrant scenes of Dubai with your squad while not having to worry about the blistering summer heat. Take a look!
Best Indoor Places In Dubai
1. Glitch
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Glitch is a fantastic new active game park where you and your loved ones can have a gala time. Not just perfect for children, it’s also a great spot for adults. Here, you will find a variety of fun-filled activities, including bowling, an indoor roller glider, a ninja warrior-style course, climbing activities, and of course, VR games. However, it should be noted that each of these activities is priced separately! Although you can purchase packages starting from AED45.
Where: Level 2, Al Ghurair Centre, Deira
When: 10 am to 10 pm (Sun-Thu) & 10 am to 12 am (Fri-Sat)
2. Kanvas Dubai
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Kanvas Dubai, just as the name suggests, it is a great place for art enthusiasts. This is a multi-functional artistic workshop and innovative hub, there is always some kind of exhibition that’s being showcased at the arena. Talking about the venue, it is located in the cultural district of Dubai and has a projection spanning, 34 running metres in width and 3.8 metres in height on the walls. Together, it certainly makes for an immersive art exhibition that every art enthusiast must check out.
Where: Unit 1, Al Khayat Art Avenue, 19 Street, Al Quoz 1, Dubai
When: 9:30 am to 6 pm
3. Riverland Dubai
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If you are on the lookout for a place where you can enjoy with your little munchkin, then Riverland Dubai is the perfect destination for you within the city limits. This is a themed, fun-filled, dining and retail destination that you can access without having to purchase a ticket. Here, you will find a Boardwalk, which is perfect for parents who wish to take in some fun-filled activities with their children and the India Gate, where you can take a journey of the country. There’s also A French Village, where you get a glimpse of the mediaeval French village, and the Peninsula, where you are surrounded by a river and the thematic 19th-century architecture just makes it worthwhile.
Where: Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai
When: 10 am to 11 pm
4. Wild Paint House
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Do you wish to unleash your artistic side with your favourite humans in a fun-filled way? If your answer is a resounding ‘yes,’ then you will certainly want to check out the wild paint house. This exciting indoor space is exactly what it says, you get to play with paints without having to adhere to any rules, boundaries or stress. A fantastic art jamming studio, it’s perfect for people of all ages and with its laid-back vibes, people can get to enjoy the activities here with their loved ones.
Where: Warehouse 1 Al Marabea’ St, Al Quoz, Al Quoz Industrial Area 1, Dubai
When: 2 pm to 10 pm (Mon-Fri) & 10 am to 10 pm (Sat-Sun)
5. Ready Steady Go!
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This one is an indoor soft playground, which is perfect for your tiny tots. A great place for them to play and make new friends, they have a soft playground, which is not just colourful but offers a fantastic underwater experience while your children explore the course. Besides the elaborate jungle gym, there is also a toddler’s area, a beauty salon, a cafe where your child can eat yummy bites, and a creative lounge where they can unleash their artistic side.
Where: Sport Society – Mirdif – Dubai
When: 10 am to 9 pm
6. Slō
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Do ceramics or pottery interest you? If you find yourself nodding your head, then Slō is a perfect place to check out this summer. A great place to try your hand at poetry, they often organise a variety of workshops wherein you can get to create plenty of everyday items, such as a fruit bowl, or even a teapot! Besides this, you can also shop for homeware, tableware, and drinkware from their exclusive collection.
Where: Al Wasl Rd, Umm Suqeim, Umm Suqeim 1, Dubai
When: 9 am to 11 pm
7. AYA
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This one is an immersive indoor park where you get to experience the beauty of the cosmos. A trip to AYA is going to leave you awestruck with its fantastic immersive experience. With several areas to check out, each of which offers something different, this indoor place is certainly going to transport you to the realm of the stars. Finally, It’s worth mentioning that AYA has 12 experiences where you can wander through luminous gardens or dance with the lights.
Where: First Floor, WAFI Mall Oud Metha Road – Umm Hurair 2 Dubai
When: 10 am to 8:30 pm
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8. Mofun Studio
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Mofun Studio is a great place to try your hand at art, craft, and DIY workshops. If this sounds like something that is your cup of tea, then go ahead and sign up with your bestie and you are surely going to love it. At this indoor studio, you can learn to work through mosaic art, tufting, or even acrylic painting. And once you are done making your masterpiece, you can also take your painstakingly created design home!
Where: Jumeirah St, Umm Suqeim, Umm Suqeim 1, Dubai
When: 11 am to 8 pm
So, with so many fantastic things to do indoors in Dubai, all you need to do is plan a fun-filled day with your fave humans now!
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