The UAE’s big theme parks cost about AED 195 to 400 for a day ticket. On Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld and Yas Waterworld cost from about AED 275 to 350 each, with multi-park deals. In Dubai, IMG Worlds of Adventure, the largest indoor park, is usually AED 195 to 255 online. Dubai Parks and Resorts’ Motiongate, Legoland and Real Madrid World start at AED 295 and reopened on 7 October 2026. Atlantis Aquaventure is the biggest water park. For summer, pick the indoor parks; for young children, Legoland and Warner Bros. World; for thrill seekers, Ferrari World’s Formula Rossa.
Quick picks
- Best for thrills
- Ferrari World (Formula Rossa, 240 km/h; closed for maintenance since May 2026)
- Best for under 8s
- Legoland Dubai, Warner Bros. World
- Best indoor for summer
- IMG Worlds, Warner Bros. World, Ferrari World, SeaWorld
- Best water park
- Atlantis Aquaventure; Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi
- Best value
- Global Village, Ajman Festival Land, IMG Worlds online
- Free
- Under 3s at most parks; at IMG Worlds, children up to 1.05 m
Last checked: 13 October 2026 against park announcements and current ticket listings. Prices change with dates and promotions; buy online and check the operator’s site for the day you go.
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Every park compared
| Park | Where | Type | Adult ticket | Season | Best age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari World | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi | Indoor | About AED 295 to 350 | All year | Teens and adults; tall children |
| Warner Bros. World | Yas Island | Indoor | About AED 295 to 350 | All year | 3 to 12 and fans |
| SeaWorld Yas Island | Yas Island | Indoor marine park | About AED 275 to 350 | All year | All ages |
| Yas Waterworld | Yas Island | Outdoor water park | About AED 275 to 280 | All year; best October to May | All ages |
| IMG Worlds of Adventure | City of Arabia, Dubai | Indoor | Usually AED 195 to 255 online (gate about AED 365) | All year | 8 and over; under 1.05 m free |
| Motiongate Dubai | Dubai Parks and Resorts | Outdoor | From AED 295 | October to May; reopened 7 Oct 2026 | 6 and over |
| Legoland Dubai | Dubai Parks and Resorts | Outdoor | From about AED 295 | October to May | 2 to 12 |
| Legoland Water Park | Dubai Parks and Resorts | Outdoor water park | Check status and price | Seasonal | 2 to 12 |
| Real Madrid World | Dubai Parks and Resorts | Outdoor | From AED 295 | October to May | 8 and over, football fans |
| The World of Riverland | Dubai Parks and Resorts | Outdoor dining and entertainment | From AED 25 | October to May | All ages |
| Atlantis Aquaventure | Palm Jumeirah, Dubai | Outdoor water park | About AED 300 to 400 | All year; best October to May | 8 and over for the big slides |
| Wild Wadi | Jumeirah, Dubai | Outdoor water park | About AED 250 to 330 | Reopened 14 February 2026 after maintenance; Jumeirah has since listed it as closed until further notice, so check before you go | All ages |
| Grand Hyatt Dubai waterpark | Oud Metha, Dubai | Hotel water park | Day pass | All year | Families with young children |
| Global Village | Dubailand | Outdoor, with a funfair | Entry AED 25 to 30; rides extra | 14 Oct 2026 to May 2027 | All ages |
| Ajman Festival Land | Ajman | Outdoor funfair | AED 5 entry; rides about AED 10 to 20 | Best October to April | 3 to 12 |
| Dreamland Aqua Park | Umm Al Quwain | Outdoor water park | Day ticket | Seasonal | All ages |
| Al Ain Adventure | Al Ain | White water, surf and adventure | Per activity | October to April | Older children and adults |
Zoos, safari parks and aquariums
| Park | Adult ticket | Season | Allow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Safari Park | From AED 50 | 12 October 2026 to the end of May | 4 to 5 hours |
| Sharjah Safari | AED 40 to 275 by tour | Open since 21 September 2026; closes in summer | 2 to 6 hours |
| Umm Al Quwain Zoo | AED 25 | All year; afternoons in summer | 2 to 3 hours |
| Al Ain Zoo | About AED 31.50 | Reopened in September after its summer break | 3 to 4 hours |
| National Aquarium Abu Dhabi | Per experience | All year, indoors | 2 to 3 hours |
| Crocodile Park Dubai | Day ticket | All year | 2 hours |
| Small zoos and farms | Low cost | October to April | 1 to 2 hours |
Which park should you pick?
| If you want | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The biggest thrill | Ferrari World | Formula Rossa launches to 240 km/h, for riders 140 to 195 cm tall; it has been closed for maintenance since May 2026, so Flying Aces and Turbo Track are the top thrills for now |
| A day with toddlers | Legoland Dubai or Warner Bros. World | Rides built for small children; Warner Bros. is air-conditioned |
| A summer day out | IMG Worlds, Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld | Fully indoors and air-conditioned |
| Water slides | Aquaventure or Yas Waterworld | The biggest slide line-ups; go October to May or early in summer |
| Marine life | SeaWorld Yas Island or the National Aquarium | Shows, animal encounters and huge tanks |
| A cheap evening | Global Village or Ajman Festival Land | Low entry fees; pay per ride |
| Teens and football | Real Madrid World or IMG Worlds | Big coasters and themed zones |
| Animals outdoors | Dubai Safari Park or Sharjah Safari | Safari tours, best in the cooler months |
The parks in brief
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi: under a giant red roof next to the Yas Marina Circuit, home of the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Formula Rossa, Flying Aces and Turbo Track.
- Warner Bros. World: six indoor lands for Gotham City, Metropolis, Cartoon Junction and more, with character meet-and-greets.
- SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: indoor realms from the Arctic to the open ocean, with one of the world’s largest aquariums.
- Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi: slides, wave pools and a lazy river themed on Emirati pearl diving.
- IMG Worlds of Adventure: Marvel, Cartoon Network and dinosaur zones under one roof, plus the Haunted Hotel.
- Dubai Parks and Resorts: Motiongate’s Hollywood-inspired studio zones, Legoland Dubai’s 40-plus rides and the brick-built MINILAND, the 20-slide Legoland Water Park, and Real Madrid World.
- Atlantis Aquaventure: record-breaking slides, a private beach and the Lost Chambers aquarium next door.
Height limits at a glance
Each ride sets its own minimum height, and staff measure children at the entrance. As a rule of thumb, rides for small children start at about 90 to 100 cm, family coasters at about 110 to 120 cm, and the big thrill rides at 130 to 140 cm. At IMG Worlds, limits run from 1 m for Hulk Epsilon Base 3D to 1.4 m for Thor Thunder Spin, and the Haunted Hotel is for ages 15 and over. See every major ride in theme park height restrictions in the UAE.
How to pay less
- Book online: online tickets are usually far cheaper than the gate; at IMG Worlds, about AED 195 to 255 online against about AED 365 at the gate.
- Multi-park tickets: the official Yas Island site sells 2, 3 and 4-park tickets, and festive offers in October 2026 listed a 2-park pass at AED 395 and a 4-park pass at AED 570. The official tickets include free shuttles between the Yas parks and free parking.
- Annual passes: Yas Island passes start at about AED 1,595 (Silver), AED 1,795 (Gold) and AED 3,295 (Diamond, with Quick Pass); they pay off after five or six visits.
- Stay and play: Yas Island hotel packages have let one child aged 11 or under in free per paying adult.
- Residents: Atlantis has run resident offers, such as buy-one-share-one admission from April 2026, and some parks sell cheaper resident tickets, especially in summer; check the parks’ resident pages before you book.
- Children: under 3s are free at the four Yas parks and most others; at IMG Worlds, children up to 1.05 m are free.
- Quiet days: weekday tickets are often cheaper, and queues are far shorter outside school holidays.
A three-day theme park plan
- Day 1, Abu Dhabi: Ferrari World in the morning, Yas Waterworld or SeaWorld in the afternoon on a 2-park ticket.
- Day 2, Abu Dhabi: Warner Bros. World, then dinner at Yas Bay Waterfront.
- Day 3, Dubai: IMG Worlds in summer, or Dubai Parks and Resorts from October to May.
When to go
- October to May: the outdoor parks (Dubai Parks and Resorts, the water parks, Global Village) are at their best.
- June to September: go indoors; outdoor parks open shorter hours or close, and water parks are best in the first hours of the day.
- Avoid: public holidays, school breaks, the early-December Formula 1 weekend on Yas Island and the first weekend of a new season, when queues are longest. See UAE school holidays.
Dubai Parks and Resorts: the resort closed in March 2026 during the regional security situation and reopened on 7 October 2026 with Motiongate, Real Madrid World, Legoland Dubai and Riverland, which added bowling and Lamborghini racing simulators. Check the Legoland Water Park’s status before you go.
- Things to do in Dubai with kids: by age and budget.
- Things to do in Abu Dhabi with kids.
- Indoor activities in Dubai: for hot days.
- Adventure activities in the UAE: ziplines, skydiving and more.
- Sharjah Desert Park: Arabia’s Wildlife Centre, the Children’s Farm and the museums.
Theme parks FAQs
What is the best theme park in Dubai?
IMG Worlds of Adventure for an indoor day in any season, and Dubai Parks and Resorts (Motiongate, Legoland and Real Madrid World) from October to May. In Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World on Yas Island are the biggest.
How much are theme park tickets in Dubai?
About AED 195 to 255 online for IMG Worlds, from AED 295 for Motiongate, Legoland and Real Madrid World, and about AED 300 to 400 for Atlantis Aquaventure.
Is Dubai Parks and Resorts open?
Yes. It reopened on 7 October 2026 after more than six months closed, with Motiongate, Real Madrid World, Legoland Dubai and Riverland.
Which UAE theme parks are indoors?
IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai, and Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World and SeaWorld on Yas Island, plus the snow parks at Ski Dubai and Snow Abu Dhabi.
Are children free at UAE theme parks?
Children under 3 enter free at most parks, including the four Yas Island parks. At IMG Worlds, children up to 1.05 metres tall are free.
What are the height limits for Formula Rossa?
Riders must be 140 to 195 cm tall, and Ferrari World checks height at the entrance. The ride has been closed for maintenance since May 2026, so check its status before you go. Smaller children can ride the park’s family rides.