Theme Park Experiences in the UAE: How To Maximize Your Visit

Theme parks are so massive that they seem like countries on their own. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where everything is larger-than-life sometimes, theme parks are on an even grander scale. 

When your weekend plan involves a trip to the best theme park in the UAE, you’ll want a strategy that lets you enjoy your favorite high-octane rides and explore the memorable attractions.

1. Plan Your Visit 

Your theme park experience starts even before you get to the park. That’s because arranging your visit sets you off the right track to creating the best time at the park.

Choose a Theme Park

Which theme park do you want to visit? Your choice will depend on who comes with you to the park. After all, this is a time to share with friends and family. Ask everyone who’s coming with you about their preferred theme park because the UAE has several options.

Do the kids want to see marine animals in one-of-a-kind habitats? Put SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on the list. Do you want to get on the world’s fastest roller coaster and then drive a Ferrari? Add Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi to your theme park visit. Do you want to experience snowy thrills and hit the slopes under the Arabian sky? Ski Dubai is a top destination.

Get Multi-Ticket Deals

What if you can’t choose just one? Everyone in your group wants something different. Fortunately, you have enough time to devote to outdoor fun. The answer to your dilemma: theme park deals.

Multi-ticket offers give you access to a few theme parks without the big ticket prices. You’ll find parks grouped with other parks, so make sure the deal you choose matches what everyone in your group wants. Narrow down your options by listing your preferred activities.

Rethink Off-Season Visits

Crowds and long queues are part of a theme park visit. But the off season in the UAE can be different since summers are scorching. Guests will not crowd theme parks in the summer, so most people will book their visits in November through February. 

Instead of planning off-season visits, find out what special events the theme parks are staging. A special event adds something extra memorable to your park experience. Some theme parks organize women-only events and others hold holiday-specific events.

If you’d rather have fewer people around, schedule your visit on a weekday so you don’t have to wait too long to get on rides or see the attractions.

2. Bring Supplies

What do you bring to a theme park? Treat your visit as a mini holiday, so pack essential items that will let you spend an entire day away from home.

• An extra shirt, so you’ll have something to change in if you’re headed for a water theme park

• A case to protect your mobile phone or tablet for water rides

• A power bank because you’re likely to use multiple apps while enjoying the park

• A water bottle, so you can save money and get free water from dispensers scattered around the park

• Sunscreen for outdoor activities

3. Dress for Theme Park Fun

You’ll be walking a lot in theme parks, so dress for comfort. Check weather updates to see what clothes would work for the day. 

Some theme parks in the UAE are entirely indoors, which means cool AC and dressing in layers. You don’t have to worry about the weather. 

Consider if there’s a dress code, too. Check the theme park website to see if they have one.

4. Plan for Meals and Snacks

Part of the theme park experience is the food. You’ll want something other than the typical park snacks in the UAE, like shawarma or hummus and pita. A lot of the theme parks offer more than snacks. The best ones provide multiple dining options, including international cuisine and buffets. 

Because you’ll have several options, don’t spend much of your time figuring out where to eat. Before visiting, find out what restaurants or cafes are in the theme park and decide where to go.

5. Pick Out Rides and Attractions

Most theme parks have more than 40 rides and attractions. It would be impossible to go through every single one in one single day. How do you pick the ones you’re going to try? 

Go through all the rides and attractions, then list which ones have age and height restrictions. This approach should narrow down your list. 

Pick rides that also hold world records. For example, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has the largest hydromagnetic-powered tornado water slide.

Once you’ve determined which rides and attractions to pick, go through the theme park map to plan your route. This will ensure that you enjoy your visit, even if it’s just for a day.

6. Relax and Take In the Theme Park Environment

The best theme parks feature areas where you can sit and rest. Some of the parks in the UAE have designed amazing environments that inspire moments of appreciation.

Are you ready for some theme park fun and excitement? With proper planning, your visit is sure to leave you and your loved ones with lasting memories.