Activities & Adventure 6 MINS READ

The Ultimate Guide To Dubai Mall

The Ultimate Guide To Dubai Mall

Activities & Adventure 6 MINS READ
dubai mall

Dubai Mall has revolutionized the idea of luxury shopping. Being the largest retail and entertainment complex in the world, it provides a wide selection of stores, prestigious brands, and one-of-a-kind experiences. The Dubai Mall is the pinnacle of luxury, retail, and entertainment.

It is deserving of its title as the most visited shopping and entertainment complex in the world owing to its wide variety of stores, high-end brands, and the great attractions it offers like the VR Park and the Dubai Aquarium.

In the year 2012, the mall alone had more visitors than New York or Los Angeles. The Dubai Mall should be at the top of your vacation bucket list, whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or just want to stroll around the mall for leisure.

Experience the stunning architecture of the mall, go ice skating at the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink, catch a movie at Reel Cinemas, take your kids to Dubai Aquarium, and take part in the celebrations of the Dubai Shopping Festival. There’s a lot to do at the world’s largest shopping complex.

Also Read: The Ultimate Guide To Downtown Dubai

Things To Do At Dubai Mall

Shopping At Dubai Mall

dubai mall
Image Credit: Sanchai Kumar / Shutterstock.com

The Dubai Mall is 1.1 million square meters large and houses over 1,300 retailers. Whatever your shopping tastes, there is a wide selection of brands to suit every need and price range.

The mall provides a variety of shopping experiences, from high-end luxury fashion labels like Chanel and Gucci to well-known multinational fast fashion brands like Zara and H&M. Several luxury designer brands here including Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Dior, can be found in the Dubai Mall.

You can experience the best of the best of the world’s latest fashion trends in all of these famous fashion houses. You should also explore Fashion Avenue, the most popular part of the mall with haute couture, ready-to-wear lines, and accessory retailers.

Store Categories: Clothing stores, electronic stores, books and stationery stores, beauty and fragrance stores, art stores, departmental stores, chocolate stores, salons, eye-wear stores, florists, accessories stores, footwear stores, home stores, jewelry stores, sportswear and fitness stores, toy stores, luggage stores, and several other categories.

Top Stores In Fashion Avenue: Valentino, Armani, Faberge, La Perla, Alexandar McQueen, Prada, Hermes, Dior, Cartier, Celine, Chanel

Other Top Stores In Dubai Mall: Adidas Originals, Hugo Boss, Burberry, Diesel, Zara, Urban Outfitters, Level Shoes, Foot Locker, Arabian Oud, Scentitude, H&M Home, Pottery Barn, Jumbo Electronics, Galeries Lafayette, Bloomingdale’s, NARS, Off White, Candylicious, Kinokuniya Bookstore

Dubai Shopping Festival: The Dubai Shopping Festival which is held from mid-December to the end of January every year is the best time to shop in Dubai. The Dubai Mall is packed with brands featuring different amazing offers during this time and is bustling with people from all over the world eager to get a taste of this famous shopping experience in Dubai Mall.

Also Read: A Complete Guide To The Dubai Parks And Resorts

Dubai Aquarium

dubai aquarium dubai mall
Image Credit: VisitDubai, Dubai Aquarium

The fascinating Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is located inside Dubai Mall. Visitors of all ages will have a memorable experience at this underwater paradise with its breathtaking aquatic exhibits and rich marine life.

This enormous tank, which can store a mind-boggling 10 million liters of water, exhibits an assortment of marine life. Enter the aquarium through the clear acrylic tunnel, which gives you a close-up view of the magnificent creatures swimming all around you. Admire the beautiful motions of rays, the vibrant colors of tropical fish, and the exquisite simplicity of sand tiger sharks.

Keep a look out for the magnificent King Croc, a huge saltwater crocodile that will make you gasp in amazement as it glides by you while you watch stunning stingrays pass by. The aquarium also conducts regular educational activities that both kids and adults can learn more from.

Tickets: The tickets for Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo range from AED 199-AED 400 depending on the type of package you’re looking for. Weekends may have surge pricing of around AED 10-AED 20 more than the normal prices.

Timings: Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Friday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)

Underwater Zoo

underwater zoo dubai mall
Image Credit: Dubai Travel Planner, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

The Underwater Zoo is just next to the Dubai Aquarium and is just as fascinating. This unusual zoo transports you across several biological regions while presenting a wide variety of sea animals from all around the world. Each zone provides a unique experience, from the enigmatic underwater animals of the Amazon Rainforest to the colorful coral reefs of the Pacific Ocean.

The Underwater Zoo’s collection of rare and endangered animals is one of its attractions. Discover the amusing otters, run into the interesting penguins, and see the unique marine life that lives along the coastline. Your visit will be even more meaningful considering the zoo’s committed conservation initiatives, which support the preservation of these extraordinary species.

VR Park Dubai

vr park dubai mall
Image Credit: Tripadvisor, VR Park Dubai

Get ready for heart-pounding excitement as you battle zombies in a challenging VR game or scream your guts out on an exhilarating roller coaster ride at VR Park Dubai. How about diving into the ocean’s depths, if that isn’t enough? VR Park uses cutting-edge technology to make sure every moment spent in virtual reality is completely immersive.

You’ll have the impression that you’re directly involved in the action of what you’re experiencing. You would never have experienced games and entertainment like this, and it is sure to blow your mind.

Therefore, be sure to include VR Park in your agenda for the Dubai Mall, whether you’re a dedicated gamer looking for the next level of excitement or someone eager to try something truly novel and mind-blowing.

Reel Cinemas

reel cinemas dubai mall
Image Credit: Chapman Taylor, Reel Cinemas Dubai Mall

Reel Cinemas at the Dubai Mall has you covered when you need a break from shopping and want to relax with a nice movie, giving an exceptional cinema experience unlike any other. Enter one of the spacious theatres with comfortable reclining chairs, and let your favorite films come to life on the big screen thanks to state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment.

They also provide novel concepts like the Platinum Suites and Dolby Cinemas to improve your moviegoing experience. A dedicated lounge, exquisite cuisine, and attentive service are all features of the Platinum Suites, which offer a VIP experience. Contrarily, Dolby Cinemas provides Dolby Atmos sound and Dolby Vision projection for a superior audio and visual experience.

Also Read: The 9 Most Stunning Beaches In Dubai

KidZania

kidzania dubai mall
Image Credit: Viator, Kidzania Dubai

The Dubai Mall’s KidZania is a must-see if you’re traveling with kids. Kids can discover several professions and get a real-world experience in an interactive educational theme park that is still very fun and interesting.

Kids can role-play as chefs, doctors, firefighters, pilots, and a variety of other professions to experience what it’s like to work in various fields. They can take part in practical activities, pick up useful skills, and even earn money to use at KidZania.

The park is the perfect location for both enjoyment and education since it is made to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. It also acts as a jumping-off point for your child to investigate all the interesting careers that are open to them.

They also have a Parents Lounge where parents can relax as their kids explore Kidzania and play around it.

Ticket Prices: For children aged 4-16 years: Economy – AED 195, Premium – AED 260

For adults above 17 years: AED 80

For toddlers aged 2-3 years: AED 110

Timings: Monday – Sunday, 10 AM – 10 PM. The last entry is at 9 PM.

Also Read: The Top 10 Things To Do in Dubai

FAQ

Can I go to Dubai Mall for free?

Yes, you can enter Dubai Mall free of cost.

What is Dubai Mall famous for?

Dubai Mall is famous for its luxury retail stores, its unique experiences, and being the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the world.

What is the biggest mall in Dubai called?

It’s called the Dubai Mall.

Is Fendi cheaper in Dubai?

Most luxury brands are cheaper by 15-25% when compared to other South Asian and Asian countries, but whether or not they are cheaper worldwide would depend on the brand.

What’s the famous mall in Dubai?

The famous mall in Dubai is Dubai Mall.

Browse. Book. Stay.

CuddlyNest provides all accommodations to all travelers at the best price. Find unlimited travel inspiration on our blogs and social media channels FacebookInstagram, and Pinterest.

You May Also Like:

The Ultimate Guide To Downtown Dubai
The Top 10 Things To Do in Dubai
The 9 Most Stunning Beaches In Dubai
A Complete Guide To The Dubai Parks And Resorts
The 10 Best Restaurants In Dubai


Ritesh Raj

COO at CuddlyNest

Editorial Policy

Last update: 03 Apr 2024

Millions of places to stay, one app.

Don’t miss out on mobile-only deals and one-of-a-kind offers.

QR image

Get the app now.

Download from Apple Store button Download from Google Store button
Phones images

Read more