Kids go free at these 6 brilliant Dubai attractions this summer

Enjoy fun family days out for less at the city’s top attractions

If you’re looking to do more and spend less this summer, listen up: Dubai has launched a new Kids Go Free campaign, which unlocks complimentary access to some of the city’s coolest attractions.

Whether you’re stepping into 2071 at Museum of the Future, learning more about Emirati culture at SMCCU or striking a pose with your favourite celebrities at Madame Tussauds, if you’re looking for a family day out, bookmark these 6 Dubai attractions where kids go free this summer.

Museum of the Future

With every adult ticket purchased this summer, the Museum of the Future is giving one complimentary ticket for children under 4. For those yet to experience it, Museum of the Future invites you to embark on a journey to discover what life could look like in the coming months, years and decades. Discover interactive and immersive exhibitions that showcase future technologies, child-friendly future skills and engage with exhibits that transport you into another world. Just visit the Customer Service Desk on arrival to collect your free entry tickets.

Valid until: September 15
Book: museumofthefuture.ae

La Perle by Dragone

Habtoor City’s gravity-defying spectacle, La Perle offers wow-factor for all ages through a show that features stunning visuals, breathtaking performances and spectacular dives. With every paying adult this summer, you’ll get one complimentary child’s pass, with adult tickets priced from Dhs220. Plus, enjoy a pre- or post-theatre meal with 20% off at selected Habtoor City restaurants.

Valid until: September 30
Book: laperle.com

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Expo City Dubai

Discover the wonders of two of Expo City’s iconic attractions this summer with the Terra & Vision Pavilion Combo. Explore Terra, The Sustainability Pavilion, where children and adults can wander through forest roots, dive into ocean worlds, and learn how everyday choices help protect our planet through interactive, hands-on exhibits. Then visit the Vision Pavilion, an inspiring experience that brings the story of Dubai to life through immersive visuals and storytelling, showing how big dreams, strong values, and innovation shaped a global city. There’s free access for one child under 12 with every paying adult.

Valid until: September 30
Book: laperle.com

Madame Tussauds Dubai

Snap a selfie with some of your favourite celebrities at the renowned waxwork museum, Madame Tussauds this summer, where one paying adult unlocks complimentary access for one child aged three to 11, with under threes entering for free as well. Get up-close and personal with your favourite celebrities and become the star of the show. Step into the attraction filled with exciting, interactive experiences and meet 60 of the world’s most famous faces. Adult tickets start from Dhs70.

Valid until: September 30
Book: visitdubai.com

Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU)

Part of the culturally-imersive programming at SMCCU, the Cultural Meals program invites visitors to learn more about authenthic Emirati culture through shared meals and fascinating storytelling. As you savor a flavorful spread of traditional food, engage in discussions led by our expert Emirati Cultural Presenters that are both entertaining and informative, covering local traditions, cultural values, and daily life through the ages. All tickets for the Cultural Meals experience are Dhs130 and are buy-one-get-one-free until August 31, and bookable for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Children under 7 are free year-round.