Beat the UAE heat with Abu Dhabi’s best indoor family spots, from cultural escapes to thrilling theme parks and shopping experiences.
Since summer is unavoidable and is here to stay for much of the year, UAE’s capital city Abu Dhabi offers many places for families to visit. Whether you are looking for an immersive experience with art and knowledge or want to experience some action and fun during the summer, we have got you covered.
LOUVRE ABU DHABI
The Louvre, in Abu Dhabi is a museum situated in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. It was built as a result of a partnership between UAE and France. It offers a cool, cultural escape from the country’s heat while immersing visitors in exhibitions about global art and history. It consists of a cafe and a children’s area, making it a perfect destination during the summer.
SNOW ABU DHABI
Snow Abu Dhabi is one of the world’s largest indoor snow parks and an ideal place to visit during the summer to beat the heat. Located within Reem Mall, it has about 20 snow filled rides and attractions like the Crystal Carousel, Polar Express Train and the Snowflake Garden. Tickets to the snow park begin at AED 185.
FERRARI WORLD
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world’s first Ferrari-themed indoor park is located in Yas Island. It offers unique experiences for visitors of all ages in a climate controlled environment, thus making it perfect for families to visit. The park also houses the world’s fastest roller coaster Formula Rossa. It offers over 40 rides, dance performances, aerial artistry, etc. Tickets start at AED 300.
QASR AL WATAN
Qasr Al Watan, which directly translates to ‘Palace of the Nation’ the UAE’s presidential palace located in Al Ras Al Khadar is a structure that was opened in 2019 is not only open to tourists and visitors, but also foreign dignitaries. This is an ideal place to visit during the summer, particularly for avid book readers and knowledge seekers. Tickets start at AED 180.
YAS MALL
The simplest way to spend your summer outside the house would be to go to a mall, and Yas Mall is perfect for that. Abu Dhabi’s largest luxury shopping complex is perfect for walking, shopping, eating and relaxing in an air conditioned space to escape the summer heat. It also has soft play areas, arts and craft activities and other kid-friendly zones to keep children busy.
