New tourist attractions in Dubai that you must check out: Discover hot new openings and fresh experiences that you will love.
The Messi Experience
Discover The Messi Experience at Dubai Festival City Mall, a limited-time immersive journey through the life of football icon Leo Messi. Spanning nine themed zones and 2,500sqm, the experience blends interactive games, storytelling and tech-powered displays to showcase Messi’s rise from Rosario to global stardom. With fan zones, merch and themed dining, it’s a must-visit for fans of all ages.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 12noon to 10pm
Contact: +9714 457 3212
Price: From AED109
Sports
- 23 May 2025 – 31 Dec 2025
- Dubai Festival City Mall
Marsa Boulevard
The city’s new waterfront hotspot, Marsa Boulevard, embodies quintessential Dubai Creek charm. From sunset gatherings to late-night indulgences, the seasonal destination features food pop-ups, fashion showcases, live performances and engaging workshops. Whether you’re looking for a laidback evening or a night filled with cultural experiences, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained during Dubai’s cooler months. Plus, foodies can savour some of the city’s most creative dishes from across handpicked homegrown concepts, including Reif Japanese Kushiyaki, Chef Nouel Catis, SLAB and Lost in Tokyo.
Dubai Festival City, Marsa Al Khor, Dubai
Dubai On and Off Bus
With RTA’s new sightseeing bus, Dubai On and Off, you can explore not just one but eight of the city’s top attractions. The entire trip lasts two hours if you don’t alight at any of the stops like Museum of the Future, Dubai Frame and Gold Souk and are keen to view the landmarks only from the comfort of the bus. Dubai On & Off Bus by RTA (Road and Transport Authority) is available every 60 minutes from Dubai Mall and offers easy connections to abra rides around Dubai Creek as well. Tickets are priced at AED35 per person for the full day and come with the flexibility of getting on and off as many times as you like so you can experience the sights you are most interested in at your own pace.
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Price: AED35
Sights & Attractions
House of Hype
House of Hype blends entertainment, gaming, fashion and food into one epic experience. Located in Dubai Mall Chinatown, this attraction promises over 100 experiences aimed at families, thrill-seekers and creators. Expect crazy fun at the digital destination which features 50 gaming experiences, 18 immersive worlds, 55 content creator stages, 14 distinct shopping destinations and six dining venues. As you explore, you might stumble across hidden rooms behind secret doors or even spontaneous shows by eccentric characters, keeping the excitement quotient high during every visit.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10am to midnight
Contact: +971 4 542 0330
Price: From AED149
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Marsa Al Arab Walk
The neighbourhood of Jumeirah now has a stunning waterfront promenade, Marsa Al Arab Walk, located right next to the Jumeirah group’s new luxury hotel of the same name. The picturesque destination is lined with restaurants like Public, SALT and Meat The Fish, that offer exceptional vistas of Burj Al Arab and luxury yachts parked at the marina, operated by D-Marin.
Sights & Attractions
Swingers Crazy Golf
Swingers Crazy Golf is an immersive experience is located right next to Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island. There are three nine-hole mini golf courses inside this 22,000 sq venue that you can choose from – Hot Air Balloon, Waterwheel and Clocktower – each built with distinct and intricate layouts featuring loops, bumps and even moving obstacles, ensuring a fun time during every visit. A round of golf is priced at AED80 per person and takes about 30-40 minutes to complete.
Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday 3pm-1am, Thursday and Friday: 3pm-2am, Saturday 12noon-2am and Sunday 12noon-1am.
Contact: +971 56 996 0287
Price: From AED80
Entertainment
- Bluewaters Island – Dubai
Ain Dubai
Ain Dubai has officially reopened and although it is not a new attraction, this bucket-list experience should be on every tourist’s checklist. Located on Bluewaters Island, the giant observation wheel stands at a staggering height of 250m making it the highest and largest of its kind in the world. During the 38-minute ride you can see the city’s beautiful coastline, Dubai Marina’s sleek sights and dreamy glimpses of famous landmarks such as Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah and the Burj Khalifa.
Opening hours: Ain Dubai operates between 12 to 8:30pm from Tuesday to Friday and 11am to 8:30pm on Saturday and Sunday. It is closed on Mondays.
Contact: +971 800 246 392
Price: From AED145 per person
Sights & Attractions
Activate
Test your mental and physical agility at this fun-filled attraction in City Centre Mirdif. The experience combines high-tech gaming with physical activity, and features more than 50 challenges including the TikTok sensation Mega Grid. There are 10 levels, from easy to extreme, and you can either collaborate with your fellow players or compete against them. See how far you can climb the scoreboard!
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 10pm and Saturday to Sunday 10am to 12 midnight
Contact: +971 600 599905
Price: From AED95
Entertainment
- City Centre Mirdif, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd, Mirdif, Dubai
The Smash Room City
The Smash Room has recently launched a new outpost at Sports Society Mirdif. While the main concept remains the same, The Smash Room City has a bunch of different themed rooms which you can book. From an office to a restaurant and a laundry to a supermarket, just pick the one you like and get in gear to shatter electronics, glass products and many more such items that you are likely to find in real life settings. Prices start from AED347 for the laundromat for two smashers and go up to AED1,997 for the City Tour package, which gives you access to all the rooms during one visit.
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 10am to 10pm and Friday to Saturday 10am to 12 midnight
Contact: +971 4 324 5914
Price: From AED347 for two people
Entertainment
Five Iron Golf Dubai
Get ready to hit a hole-in-one without breaking a sweat at Five Iron Golf Dubai. The state-of-the-art indoor sports and entertainment arena spans over 32,000sqft and is the largest Five Iron in the world, with 17 simulators powered by Trackman technology. Each bay can accommodate a maximum of six players of all abilities, from beginners to pros. Other attractions include a nine-hole mini golf course, an indoor putting green, augmented reality darts and numerous table games. Want to stay fuelled for hours of fun? Grab a spot at the restaurant to savour delectable bites by an award-winning chef.
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday – 7am to midnight, Friday and Saturday 7am to 2am.
Contact: +971 4 396 6867
Price: From AED149
Sports
Boo Boo Laand
Dubai Mall is now home to a mega family entertainment destination. Spanning 25,000 sqft, Boo Boo Laand is a play area filled with adventure and magical experiences for children. Little girls will love the whimsical princess area, while sports fans can flock to the football arena and creative kids will have a great time at the robot art zone. Mums can let babies explore the sensory-filled little crawlers section while they pamper themselves at the onsite nail spa or grab a quick bite at More Café. There’s also a mini chef’s kitchen, a snow park and trampolines among other attractions.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 10am to 11pm and Friday to Sunday: 10am to 12 midnight
Contact: +971 50 189 8140
Ticket prices: From AED150 for two hours (for ages one to two) and AED190 (for ages three to 15). Infants under one year old can enter for free
Entertainment
- Dubai Mall – Shop 321, 1st Floor, Chinatown, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Chaos Karts
Chaos Karts offers an elevated go-karting experience which combines traditional gaming with high-tech visual and sound effects to make you feel like you’re zipping down the streets of Dubai. This immersive attraction is located in Al Quoz and welcomes everyone aged nine and above. Put your helmets on and zoom around their state-of-the-art circuits, which use digital projections paired with augmented reality. There are six tracks to choose from – including an Arabian desert adventure and an out-of-this-world cosmos course – with each turn lasting 20 minutes.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 1pm to 11pm and Friday to Sunday 11am to 11pm
Contact: +971 54 586 9986
Price: From AED104
Entertainment
- Chaos Karts UAE, 6A Street, Al Quoz, Dubai
Museum of Candy
The world’s first Museum of Candy promises lots of sweet treats, instragammable moments and a whole lot of fun for all ages. Come explore this vibrant attraction filled with interactive elements in every corner. There are eight different zones and 15 exhibits, including a Candy Lab, where guests can make their own sugary snacks blending a variety of flavours and techniques.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 10am to 10pm and Friday to Sunday 10am to 12am
Contact: +971 54 586 9986
Price: From AED119
Entertainment
- Umm Hurair Road, Oud Metha, Dubai
Loco Bear
Bounce, bowl, climb, slime, zip, dance and so much more at Loco Bear, an indoor entertainment paradise in Al Quoz. Embrace the chaos at Slime Universe, play a game of laser tag in two arenas and test your aim at the six-lane bowling alley – which includes the region’s first ‘Hyperbowl’ experience. You can also burn off energy in the huge trampoline arena, play classic arcade games, try parkour, immerse yourself in virtual reality quests, go ziplining, explore the soft play zone and get competitive with activities from shuffleboard and pool to air hockey and arm wrestling.
Opening Hours: Loco Bear opens at 12pm (Monday to Friday) and 11am (Saturday and Sunday), and closes at 10pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 11pm (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 800 56262
Price: The cost varies according to activity, and you can save money through the venue’s recharge offers
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- Al Quoz 2, Dubai
Real Madrid World
The world’s first football theme park, Real Madrid World at Dubai Parks and Resorts features over 40 experiences and attractions. The venue is divided into three zones – Champions Avenue, Celebration Plaza and Stars Avenue. Discover new heights and follow the club’s journey on the region’s first wooden roller coaster, Hala Madrid, or conquer the Stars Flyer, the world’s tallest amusement ride at 460 feet. Feel the rush at Hands Up!, a high-octane drop tower experience or ride The Wave – La Ola with the entire family.
Opening Hours: 12-9pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 12-10pm (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 4 362 2000
Price: Tickets start from AED295 online. Kids under the age of three can enter for free with valid ID proof
Source: Visit Dubai
