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Dubai’s captivating blend of modern architecture, traditional culture and stunning landscapes make it a must-visit destination for travellers from around the world. The summer season brings with it ample opportunities to explore different indoor places to visit in Dubai which offers a wide range of fun opportunities.
From mesmerising art to adventurous deep diving in the world’s largest indoor pool, you can plan a perfect summer holiday in city with Dubai Trip Packages. Infinity des Lumieres, a digital art exhibition, is a breathtaking journey through art and technology that’s sure to leave you spellbound.
If you’re interested in marine life, the Lost Chambers Aquarium and Dolphinarium offer an underwater experience that’s truly unforgettable, where you can not only swim with dolphins but also witness thousands of marine creatures up close.
Dubai’s vibrant and exciting indoor attractions are a testament to the city’s innovation, creativity, and commitment to providing immersive experiences for you. Feel close to nature as you pay a visit to Green Planet, a lush tropical rainforest enclosed in a biodome, reflecting Dubai’s dedication towards the environment.
The city is also home to some of the most unique museums such as Al Shindagha which offers a captivating journey through the city’s heritage, while the Museum of Future on the other hand showcases futuristic concepts and technologies that are sure to amaze you. With these diverse indoor destinations, Dubai is the perfect destination for a summer trip filled with adventure and exploration.
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1. Infinity Des Lumieres
One of the best places to visit in Dubai in Summers is Infinity des Lumieres, a digital art centre that takes you on a captivating journey through the blending of art and technology.
The venue features immersive digital experiences where paintings, holograms, visual displays, music and contemporary art works from Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne and more. You can stroll through the traditional and classical art exhibitions, digital art zone, children’s exhibit along with a separate space for virtual reality.
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2. Lost Chambers Aquarium
For those who are intrigued by the mysterious underwater world, the Lost Chambers Aquarium can be a refreshing summer time experience. Home to over 65,000 marine animals and 21 exhibits, and 10 chambers, the attractions have been built with the theme of shipwrecks and ruins.
You can watch the amazing marine life like sharks, rays, lobsters, piranhas, seahorses, and much more through the long glass tunnels and touch tanks of Ambassador Lagoon. You can also enjoy a splash of unique thrill by diving and snorkelling with marine life, which makes it a must visit attraction.
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3. The Green Planet
Ranked amongst the most unique indoor places to visit in Dubai, the Green Planet is a lush green rainforest that serves as an oasis as well. A perfect summer escape in the city, the attraction offers a cool and refreshing respite through its four-story biodome that’s home to over 3,000 plants and animals, including sloths, snakes, and birds.
You can explore the various levels of the Green Planet, such as the Canopy, the Midstory, the Forest Floor and the Flooded Rainforest, where you can learn about the importance of conservation and sustainability.
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4. Museum of Illusions
Located in Dubai Creek, the Museum of Illusions is a unique and interesting indoor attraction, perfect for visiting during the summer. It is one of the largest collections of optical illusions in the world with 60 different exhibits, where you can experience mind-bending designs, holograms, and interactive exhibits that challenge your perceptions of reality.
You can walk through a Vortex Tunnel to see the ground move beneath you, defy gravity in the Anti-Gravity Room, and experience seeing yourself in a different light in the Mirror Room.
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5. Dolphinarium
One of the most popular places to visit in Dubai in Summers is the Dolphinarium, which is home to several exotic marine creatures, including bottlenose dolphins, seals, and more.
It is also the first fully air-conditioned indoor dolphinarium in the Middle East which hosts stunning 45 minute performances to showcase the playful creatures who dance, sing, juggle, paint and interact. Entertain yourself by the amazing stunts, acrobatics and fascinating performances by the friendly creatures or swim along to have the best summer time of your life.
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6. IMG World of Adventure
IMG Worlds of Adventure is the world’s largest indoor theme park, spread across a whopping area of over 1.5 million square feet. With four uniquely themed zones, like Marvel, IMG Boulevard, Lost Valley and Cartoon
Network, the park features world renowned pop icons, 22 thrilling rides and other immersive experiences for enjoyment. Some of the adrenaline-pumping roller coasters include Velociraptor, Spider-Man Doc Ock’s Revenge, in addition to stunning attractions like the Haunted Hotel and the Adventure Fortress. You can also enjoy the perfect summer time at the numerous dining options, retail stores, and a cinema complex on-site.
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7. Aya Universe
AYA Universe is undoubtedly amongst the most unique of all Indoor Places to visit in Dubai during summer. It is an interactive and experiential entertainment park that provides immersive experiences combining art and technology, from virtual reality adventures to immersive art installations.
Spread across 40,000 square feet, the park is divided into 12 different zones, each with its own unique theme and interactive games, digital art exhibits, and a high-tech arcade. This next-generation entertainment park combines immersive storytelling via Aurora, The Source, Drift, Outland, The Pool and more.
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8. Al SHINDAGHA MUSEUM
Al Shindagha Museum is a cultural oasis that unlocks the mysteries of Dubai’s fascinating heritage.
The museum is home to a wide range of exhibits, from rare artefacts of the 1800s and photographs to several interactive displays, which can be smoothly explored in the summer heat because of its fully air conditioned indoors.
Through immersive galleries, you can travel back in time and gain a deep understanding of the traditional Emirati way of life like the Perfume House to know about the fragrant world or Dubai Creek: Birth of a City, to know the enormous development of the city.
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9. Museum of Future
For those in search of offbeat places to visit in Dubai in summers, head over to The Museum of Future, an indoor attraction. This innovative museum offers you an exciting glimpse into what lies ahead of time through its state of the art technology, sustainability, and future possibilities.
You can watch the interactive exhibits, immersive installations, and simulations spread across the 5 chapters of the museum which includes space exploration, advanced transportation, climate change, ecology, wellness, and robotics.
In addition to the 77-metre torus-shaped structure designed intricately with calligraphy in the exterior to the cascading floors and intriguing interiors, the attraction is an interesting tindoor getaway for all age groups.
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10. Dubai Mall
Dubai Mall is one of the best indoor places to visit during the summer in Dubai. It is a world-class hub of entertainment, which sprawls across an expanse of over 13 million square feet.
With over 1,200 retail outlets, the mall showcases an array of high-end brands, restaurants, and cafes that cater to visitors of different tastes. You can explore exciting attractions such as the Dubai Aquarium and
Underwater Zoo, VR Park, Dubai Ice Rink, KidZania, and more. The mall’s air-conditioned ambience also offers a welcome relief from the summer heat.
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11. Aquaventure Water Park
Aquaventure Water Park, the largest water park in the world is also a must visit indoor place in Dubai during summer.
Located at Atlantis, The Palm, the water park is spread across a whopping 2.4 million square feet area and boasts of an array of exciting water slides, river rides, and attractions.
You can enjoy one of the most exciting water slide tubes, Leap of Faith which is an exciting 60 feet plunge of ride. Some of the other soul stirring rides include the Medusa’s Lair, Blackout and Shockwave.
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12. Deep Dive Dubai
Home to the deepest indoor swimming pool in the world, Deep Dive Dubai is surely one of the top places that you must head over to in Dubai during the summer. This state-of-the-art indoor diving facility offers you a chance to dive to depths of 60 metres, in almost 14 million litres of water.
The attraction boasts a visually stunning design of a submerged city with weathered streets and buildings, inviting divers to immerse themselves in its captivating ambience.
Adding to the charm, you can enjoy an arcade and car garage, creating opportunities for one-of-a-kind photo experiences. The pool area is equipped with 56 strategically positioned cameras to capture all the exciting moments.
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13. Jumeirah Mosque
Ranked amongst the most famous of all places to visit in Dubai in summers is the Jumeirah Mosque. In addition to being regarded as one of the most beautiful mosques in the region, the Jumeirah Mosque also features exceptional Islamic architecture. The mosque boasts of stunning white stone walls and majestic minarets, which attract travellers from all over the world. The interior features intricate designs and stunning stained-glass windows with an air-conditioned atmosphere that offers a cool respite from the summer months of Dubai.
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14. Ski Dubai
Located within the Mall of the Emirates is Ski Dubai, one of the best places to beat the heat during the day. It is an indoor ski resort with a ski area of around 22,500 square metres.
It is also the third-largest indoor ski slope in the world, in addition to being the first of its kind in the Middle East. You can indulge in various activities including skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing and more on your visit to this cool Ski Dubai. Additionally, you can take ski or snowboarding lessons, and even meet and play with penguins.
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15. Ice Rink
If you’re looking for a refreshing way to beat the Dubai summer heat, the Ice Rink is an excellent option. Nestled within the sprawling Dubai Mall, this Olympic-sized ice rink promises an exhilarating ice-skating escapade for visitors of all ages and abilities.
With a capacity of up to 200 skaters, the rink is a magnet for tourists and locals alike. The facility offers a variety of services such as skating lessons, party packages, and even ice hockey training. The rink is also equipped with cutting-edge audio and lighting systems that add to the overall experience of skating.
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