What is there to see and do at Dubai Miracle Garden

The gardens are designed to let your imagination run wild. There are Instagram moments and points to relax and enjoy the floral displays simply.

It is one of the best places in Dubai to take your kids, but it has charm and appeal for all ages. Romantics especially will enjoy the Miracle Garden experience.

While some exhibits are seasonal, some have remained permanent fixtures. Most prominently, the floral A380 Emirates airplane is now a permanent exhibit within Dubai Miracle Garden.

Some other favourites that have returned for many seasons include:

• The giant 18m tall topiary teddy bear
• The 15m wide floral birthday clock
• Hearts passageway – utterly instagrammable floral archway
• Floral Castle – every little prince and princess dream
• Disney Avenue – your favourite characters in giant floral arrangements – including an 18m tall Mickey made with 100,000 flowers and weighing an incredible 35 tonnes!

Of course, the garden is constantly being added to and changed each season, so even if you’ve visited before, it’s well worth coming back to see the latest breathtaking display.

Where is Dubai Miracle Garden & how to get there

This 19-hectare plot of land was created and first opened in 2013 in an area previously known as Dubailand, south of Al Barsha. It has since been expanded to its current size (and we suspect, from construction work in the area, there’s more to come!).

Coming by car to Dubai Miracle Garden

You can find Miracle Garden at the junction of the E311 and E63  freeways. There is a large adjacent car park. Like anything in Dubai, the earlier in the day you come, the better parking spot you’ll get! There’s space for 2000 cars to park, which is normally easy on all but the busiest days in winter.

Bus to Dubai Miracle Garden

The Gardens are also serviced by bus route 105 from Mall of the Emirates.

The journey takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes and costs 5 AED per person. It runs in the afternoons; times vary by day of the week. See the RTA timetable here.

Metro to Dubai Miracle Garden

There is no direct Metro route to Dubai Miracle Garden; you best catch the Red Line Metro to Mall of the Emirates and then transfer to Bus 105.

Taxi to Dubai Miracle Garden

If these public transport options don’t suit you and you don’t have your own vehicle, it’s easy to catch a Dubai Taxi or Uber/Careem to Dubai Miracle Garden.

There is a taxi rank at the main park entrance for your return journey.

The other alternative is to go with an organized tour that will assist you with hotel pick-ups and ticket purchasing. You could try:

• Klook offers a door-to-door service that can also be combined with Dubai Global Village or the Dubai Frame for a complete outing with a driver.
• Also on Klook, combine a full day city tour with tickets to Miracle Garden; this will include photo opportunities at many of the city’s most iconic landmarks, a great choice for Dubai visitors who love their photos.
• Viator offers several transfer options, as well as combined tickets with entry to Global Village and other Dubai attraction deals, either shared transfers or private vehicles; see below:

Dubai Miracle Garden Timings

As you can imagine, being an outdoor attraction in Dubai, the opening hours are seasonal, though the season is getting longer each year. Previously opening in late October, we’re seeing an open date for Dubai Garden Glow in September 2023.

Dubai Miracle Garden opening times are:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Dubai Miracle Garden Photo Gallery

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Frequently Asked Questions for Dubai Miracle Garden

Who would Dubai Garden Glow suit?

This is a great winter evening experience to enjoy with children and friends, and even as a romantic treat.

It gets very busy, especially on the weekends (Friday and Saturday nights). If you are visiting from overseas, it’s better to pick another night. We strongly recommend you pack a bucket load of patience if you’re waiting for some of the best photos.

And yes, you will find yourself taking hundreds of photos. We strongly recommend bringing your backup battery pack.

Top Tip: With young children, we recommend you head there early when the gates open. First, enjoy Dinosaur Park, perhaps stop for a bite to eat, and play in the playground. Then, catch the sunset, and Glow Park will come to life before the bulk of the crowd arrives after dark. You will definitely want a stroller, as a lot of walking is involved.

Opening Times for Dubai Garden Glow

Season 10 commenced in late September 2024 and will run through Dubai’s winter months until approximately May 2025 – the exact closing date is TBC, but they are running a longer season every year now!

It is open 7 days a week. Glow Garden timings are:

• Sunday to Friday, 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm (last tickets 10:00 pm)
• Saturday & Public Holidays, 5:00 pm to 12 midnight (last tickets 11:00 pm)
• Please make enquiries with the park direct if you have queries on discounts, accessibility etc – 055 918 8126

Ticket Prices for Dubai Garden Glow

You can purchase your tickets online in advance, or you can pay at the gate; but be warned, as the evening gets busy, you will face queues.

• All tickets online for adults & children are now AED 78.75 (including VAT)
• The Magic Park is an additional AED 45
• Children under 3 years old/1.2m, over 65 years old and People of Determination are free

Note that standard tickets give you access to Dinosaur Park + Glow Park + Fantasy Park.

• Buy Dubai Garden Glow tickets combined with nearby Dubai Frame in Zabeel Park on Klook
• Try these tickets from Viator that include transportation

How to Get to Dubai Garden Glow

Dubai Garden Glow Location: Zabeel Park, Gate No 6 & 7.

• Taxis are the easiest way to get to and from Dubai Garden Glow. They will drop you off at Gate 6/7 at Zabeel Park, and there is a taxi queue outside the exit for pickups.

• The nearest Metro stop is Max on the Red Line – but it’s a fair walk. The nearest bus station is Al Jafilia.

• If you are driving and parking, be mindful that the car park quickly fills up, especially on weekends. You could end up with quite a long walk if you don’t get a spot near the gate.

A trip to Dubai Garden Glow can also be combined with a trip to nearby Dubai Frame, a walk across Zabeel Park and under the freeway.

Where to stay near Dubai Garden Glow

There are plenty of accommodation options close to Dubai Garden Glow. You can stay at a nearby hotel and walk during the cooler months.  You are about a 12-minute walk away from the Novotel World Trade Centre, or the Ibis One Central is a good budget choice for families.

You can check out all the nearby accommodation options here:

Find our complete listing of Dubai accommodation options here.

Dubai Garden Glow Photos

Here’s what you can expect to experience at Dubai Garden Glow (please note some images are from previous seasons, many exhibits change each year)

Other things you may need to know when planning a trip to the Glow Garden

• There are food and beverage outlets inside the Parks
• You can no longer bring in your own food and drink for a picnic, including no alcohol
• It can get chilly in the coldest months of the year, so pack a light sweater
• No smoking or vaping in the parks
• No scooters but strollers are permitted
• No pets

We hope you will enjoy the 2024-25 instalment of Dubai Garden Glow, one of the best outdoor activities in Dubai.

See more great ideas on what to do with your kids in Dubai this winter here

Why is Dubai an Excellent Location for a Babymoon?

With brilliant winter sunshine, top-class accommodation, and first-rate health care, Dubai is a great place for a memorable and relaxing babymoon.

The Weather

Whilst the high heat of summer isn’t recommended for expectant mothers from cooler climates, Dubai is a fantastic babymoon destination during the cooler months (October to March).

October can still be rather humid, but from November to February, Dubai experiences almost perfect weather with sunny skies and lower levels of humidity. Expect temperatures around 25-30°C (75 – 86°F) during the winter. March can be a bit hit and miss, as if it is going to rain in the UAE, it always seems to be in March!

Things start to heat up in April, so you need to think carefully about travelling in April or May and how good your heat tolerance is. June, July, August, and September are extremely hot, and for your comfort, we’d not recommend a Dubai babymoon over the summer.

The Accommodation

Dubai has some of the world’s best luxury resorts where you can mix beach time with a little pampering. Some of the city’s resorts feel like you’re a million miles away from it all, whilst you’re just a stone’s throw from all of the action. Many hotels have free shuttle buses taking you to Dubai’s major sites. Travelling by taxi is also cheap and easy in Dubai.

Air Conditioning

All indoor spaces in Dubai are air-conditioned, making it easy to cool down if you feel like you may be getting too warm. Places like Dubai Mall offer the chance to walk around and shop in a comfortable temperature. Public transport and taxis are also all air-conditioned.

Romantic Experiences

Dubai is full of romantic places to enjoy with your loved ones. Whether it’s a stroll through a park or garden or sundowners at an atmospheric bar by the beach, Dubai has plenty of places where you can feel the love. (Just be careful, though, as overt public displays of affection are not allowed. Anything more than hand-holding or a peck on the cheek in public could get you in big trouble – see Dubai’s do’s and don’ts)

A Less Boozy Culture

As much of the country is Muslim and does not drink, bartenders are talented in the mocktail department so that pregnant mamas won’t miss out on their fancy drinks!

Smoking in public places is not common in Dubai. Locals tend to favour shisha, but this can only be smoked on specially licensed premises, which pregnant women are forbidden to enter. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed public spaces, parks, beaches, buses and on the metro. It is also illegal to smoke in an indoor private space or vehicle in the presence of children.

Food and Hygiene

Not only will you find some of your favourite Western chain restaurants (to satisfy all those cravings) in Dubai (Cheesecake Factory, IHOP, Wagamama, Pizza Express), but you’ll also find high food hygiene standards. If you’re sticking to a particular diet throughout pregnancy, you’ll be relieved to know that all menus are written in English and that you’ll be able to discuss any dietary requirements with ease, as everybody working in the food and beverage industry speaks English.

Excellent Healthcare

We all hope that a visit to the doctor shouldn’t be needed when away on holiday, but during pregnancy, doctor visits are a lot more likely! Should you need to visit a doctor in Dubai, rest assured that the UAE’s healthcare standard is second to none.

The great part of Babymooning in Dubai is that you can have ready access to Kids’ Clubs and babysitting services, if need be. Some of our favourites with superb family facilities allowing you the best of both worlds include:

• Fairmont The Palm
• Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
• Atlantis the Palm
• Jumeirah Beach Hotel
• Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
• Rixos Premium Dubai JBR

Check out our complete guide to family friendly hotels and resorts in Dubai if you need a few more suggestions!

Things You Can Do on Your Babymoon in Dubai

Sightseeing tour

There’s no reason why you shouldn’t go sightseeing on your trip to Dubai. A visit to the air-conditioned Dubai Mall can also include visiting the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa. The lift can be a little pushy and shoved, but you can ask for assistance if needed, and if you’re obviously pregnant, people are likely to be kind.

Another famous sight that you can enjoy after a trip to Dubai Mall is the mesmerising Dubai Mall Fountain show. This can be viewed from the promenade, or if you’d rather sit down, book a table at one of the nearby restaurants with fabulous fountain views, or for a little romantic touch, you can hire an abra and head out onto the water (don’t worry, very slow moving!)

Take a stroll

There are plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy in Dubai for a long stretch of your legs, as well as al fresco dining and outdoor entertainment. Some favourites to try on your Dubai Babymoon include:

• A stroll through Dubai Miracle Garden which can make a fun, romantic outing with some perfect photo spots for couples.
• The Walk JBR – A lovely marina sidewalk with access to plenty of places to sit down and have a cold drink.
• Al Seef and Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood – a stroll around these connected neighbourhoods will help you to get under the skin of Dubai.

Bask by the Pool or Beach

Even if your budget can’t afford a resort throughout your trip, why not spoil yourselves with a day pass to one of the luxury beach clubs or pools? Especially during the week, you can nab yourself a deal where your entrance will cover your F&B too.

Our recommendations for couples include:

• Cloud 22 at Atlantis The Royal – stunning rooftop views
• Be Beach – Dubai Harbour – chic new opening
• Drift at One&Only Royal Mirage – classic Mediterranean beauty
• Riva Beach Club on Palm Jumeirah – best budget pick

Memorable Photo Shoot

A growing trend amongst expats in the UAE is to have a pregnancy photo shoot. These can be arranged in various places, including the desert, Miracle Garden and the Palm Jumeirah.

If you’re interested in a pregnancy photo shoot, a few recommendations we regularly see pop up in local groups include:

• Emma Staples Photography
• Sherazade Photography
• Barbara Crepaldi Photography
• Sophia Mattia Photography

Have a Spa day

Whilst massages are not advised before 12 and after 32 weeks of pregnancy, in the 2nd and early 3rd trimesters, they can offer welcome respite from the strains of pregnancy. Spa staff are used to making adjustments for pregnant ladies, and most hotels offer special massages and other treatments for expecting ladies.

Some hotels with excellent spas offering pregnancy massages include:

• Heavenly Spa by The Westin at Dubai Mina Seyahi
• The Mandarin Oriental
• The Four Seasons

You do not have to stay at a hotel to use its spa facilities. Another option outside of a hotel is Sensasia Spa, which offers a range of treatments for mums (and dads-to-be).

Retail Therapy

I bet you’re busting to get some gear for your new arrival, and you will find a HUGE range of baby products. Particularly if you are a fan of high-end labels – you name it – you can probably get it in Dubai.

For those on a lower budget, you’re well catered for too, with the likes of Mothercare, Centrepoint and Max.

Pop over and see our complete collection of Dubai itineraries depending on how long you’ve got for your Babymoon in Dubai. Most activities you can manage whilst pregnant, except where we’ve highlighted below.

Take a trip to Abu Dhabi

There’s lots to do and see in the UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi, around a 1.5-hour drive from Dubai. Why not explore the beautiful Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the UAE’s presidential palace Qasr Al Watan, or delve into Abu Dhabi’s rich history at Qasr Al Hosn?

We recommend taking a tour or hiring a car when pregnant to take any stress out of the journey.

Whilst there are sometimes queues for the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and some considerable walking (in underground air-conditioned corridors), special provisions are made for pregnant ladies. The same is true of the Qasr Al Watan.

For more ideas on what to do in Abu Dhabi, visit our sister site Abu Dhabi Travel Planner.

What not to do on a Dubai Babymoon

Whilst you may be keen to explore Dubai to the extreme, there are a few activities in Dubai we’d recommend against:

Water activities and extreme sports

Skip all the extreme water sports, and the speed boat too, If you re going to hit the waters, look for a gentle swim in the water (bearing in mind sea temperature in winter can actually be a little nippy)! Outdoor pools tend to be heated or cooled depending on the outdoor temperature and there are some hotels with indoor swimming pools too!

We’re sorry but you also wont be allowed on most theme park rides so it’s probably best to give places like Motiongate a miss. Whilst you could get away with the Legoland Water Park if you were on a family babymoon, it’s prudent to avoid the big parks as they are really are not suitable for pregnant ladies.

Desert Safari

Avoid desert safaris, too. Most involve an element of dune bashing to get to your camp. Pregnant women are strictly prohibited from participating in the dune bashing element for obvious reasons.

However, if you’d still like to enjoy dinner in the desert, speak to your tour operator. Often, they can arrange a different route for pregnant women and small children to enter the camp. Alternatively, try one of the operators in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. They can offer romantic dune dinners and luxury glamping, which is a far more sedate and serene way to experience the desert.

Our favourite pick, though, would be to spend a night at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, where you can sit in your own beautiful infinity pool overlooking the desert (be warned, though, it’s at the pricier end of the budget scale!)

Emergency Help in Dubai for Pregnant Ladies

No one expects to go into labour during their babymoon, but should something happen, and you’d like to see an emergency gynaecologist, there are several choices, many of them open 24/7. You could try:

• Mediclinic City Hospital
• Saudi German Hospital

Always travel with good health insurance. Whilst you could pay cash to access emergency health care, no one wants their babymoon to end in disaster. Check you have appropriate coverage and no exclusions for location, activity or based on your delivery date.

We hope we’ve convinced you to come and try Dubai for your much anticipated Babymoon. You have the best of a beautiful beach paradise and a city with everything you need close to hand, no concerns about needing to take a boat or light aircraft to a tiny island and being miles from medical help (should you need it) – literally everything and anything that you could possibly need is on hand in Dubai!

To find out more about travelling while pregnant, check out this guide.

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa

Nikki Beach is one of the world’s most renowned beach club brands, and its location on Pearl Jumeirah Island is one of the best beach clubs in Dubai. It’s the perfect place to relax with its oval-shaped pool, poolside cabanas, and beachside beds. There’s even a swim-up bar.

This club also has a local DJ to get the crowd dancing in the evenings. Additionally, they host several special events throughout the week. If you want to have a pool party in Dubai, this is the place to go.