The UAE is firmly in the midst of summer, with temperatures in Dubai reaching close to 40 degrees Celsius. Spending time outdoors is hardly an option. Thankfully, Dubai and its neighbouring cities offer plenty of indoor activities, where air-conditioned spaces provide a welcome respite from the soaring temperatures.
At Zenith, we’ve curated a list of activities for both adults and children to help you stay cool despite the blazing outdoor heat.
SENSAS
SENSAS is a fully immersive sensory journey, perfect for the entire family. This two-hour adventure takes you through complete darkness, where your other senses—touch, taste, smell, and sound—guide you through intense challenges. This unforgettable experience pushes boundaries and evokes emotion, all while supporting a disability cause with every challenge you conquer.
Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Dubai
Arte Museum
Arte Museum by d’strict is the ideal place to enjoy cultural activities while staying indoors. This museum offers a unique media art experience, transforming nature into a digital dreamscape. Visitors can explore Eternal Nature through immersive visuals, cinematic soundscapes by Young-Gyu Jang, and custom scents that recreate the fragrance of nature, in collaboration with Marianne Nawrocki Sabatier from Grasse. After experiencing the art, enjoy a cup of tea at the Arte Tea Bar. It’s culture—reimagined, bold, and sensory.
Dubai Mall
Chaos Karts
Chaos Karts, located at Al Quoz Adventuretainment Lab, is Dubai’s ultimate fusion of go-karting and video games—think Mario Kart in real life. This immersive augmented reality experience lets you race through virtual worlds, fire power-ups, and battle friends—no licence or gear required. The only requirement? You must be at least 1.30m tall and ready for action. No collisions, no limits—just pure adrenaline-pumping fun.
6A St – Al Quoz
Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai is a long-standing favourite among locals and visitors alike. Located inside the Mall of the Emirates, it offers the perfect way to cool down—literally—to the point where ski gear is essential. If you’re planning to hit the slopes, opt for the Snow Park, which offers bobsledding, zorb ball, and tubing runs.
Mall of the Emirates
Boo Boo Land
With over 30 attractions across four themed zones, this 25,000-square-foot space lets your imagination run wild. Located in Dubai Mall, children can slide, bounce, create, play sports, dress up, and even meet their favourite characters. With live shows and snow-themed adventures, there’s something for everyone.
Dubai Mall
Swingers
Located on Bluewaters Island, this London-imported concept offers adults-only entertainment. Enjoy mini golf, cocktails, and street food from three bars, while playing across three different 9-hole courses.
Bluwaters Island
AYA Universe
Located in Wafi Mall, this surreal realm is where imagination meets innovation. AYA is a futuristic playground designed for explorers, where immersive destinations transform ordinary outings into extraordinary adventures. Blending cutting-edge visuals and soundscapes into a dreamlike journey, you’ll wander through glowing cascades, navigate molten pathways, and dive into a colossal digital sea of spheres. This 40,000-square-foot wonderland invites you to lose yourself in a vibrant, otherworldly experience that feels like stepping into a sci-fi fantasy brought to life.
Wafi Mall
RollDXB
Roller skating isn’t just making a comeback—it’s spinning into the spotlight. Fast-paced, fun, and full of flair, it’s the perfect mix of music and movement. With glowing lights, disco energy, and top-tier instructors, it’s the ideal place to roll, groove, and level up your skating—whether you’re learning new tricks or just vibing to retro beats.
Shed 3 Marina Cubes Street, Dubai Maritime City
