Things to do with teenagers in Dubai 2025: 24 cool activities they will love

Time Out Dubai

4 days ago

Struggling to keep your teens entertained?
The city certainly has lots for adults to do (including loads of brilliant restaurants) and things to do for young kids, but finding things to do with teenagers in Dubai can be tricky.
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That's why we've rounded up the most exciting things to do with teenagers in Dubai.
From a cat café and thrifting to rollerblading and skiing, this is how to keep teens entertained in the city.
The best things to do with teenagers Dubai
Battle it out at Thrill Zone Entertainment Centre
For a Jurassic-themed experience, teens can visit Thrill Zone Entertainment Centre to take on fun activities. Laser tag is the major draw here, with an interactive arena that will mentally and physically challenge you. During this hi-tech combat game, two teams will battle it out to score the most points in 15 minutes by invading each other's team base. If you'd prefer to catch a film, try the 6D cinema experience.
From Dhs95. Open daily 10am-10pm. Oasis Centre Mall, Sheikh Zayed Road. thrillzoneuae.com (054 344 8510).
Cat Café Vibrissae for animal-loving teens
Got a cat-loving teen to entertain? Take them to Cat Café Vibrissae in Al Safa Park. Here, your teenager can enjoy a cosy afternoon with a cup of hot chocolate while stroking cats and taking adorable TikTok videos.
From Dhs50 (entry for one hour). Open Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am-midnight. Al Safa Park Complex vibrissaecafe.com (04 456 9609).
Challenge yourself at Rock Republic Dubai
Teens who are looking to challenge themselves should head down to Rock Republic Dubai. The venue features over 400 square metres of bouldering walls and more than 150 routes to climb.
Haven't tried it yet? Not to worry, you'll be buckled up the whole time and climbing shoes will help you to easily make your way up the wall. If you need extra help, professional instructors are available to help you learn.
Starting from Dhs100. Open Mon-Fri 3.30pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm. Dubai Investment Park, rockrepublicdubai.com (04 882 9361).
Enjoy family time at Wavehouse
Are you looking for a fun night out for the whole family? Then try Wavehouse at Atlantis The Palm for a night of bowling, food and arcade games. After a session of bowling, order some burgers and head up to the arcade to win some prizes. It's a top pick for teenagers in Dubai.
Dhs370 Mon-Thurs, Dhs420 Fri-Sun (per hour, per lane). Open daily noon-11pm. Atlantis The Palm Hotel (04 426 2626).
Explore Lost Chambers Aquarium
Curious teens who enjoy learning about marine life should visit Lost Chambers Aquarium. The space resembles the lost city of Atlantis with various chambers to explore, boasting 65,000 marine animals swimming in the Ambassador Lagoon.
Guided tours are available – featuring stunning sea creatures, including jellyfish, stingrays, sharks and more, plus interesting exhibits. If you'd rather take your time, wandering around at your own pace is also an option.
From Dhs115 (per person). Open daily 9am-10pm. Atlantis The Palm, The Palm Jumeirah, atlantis.com/atlantis-aquaventure (04 426 1040).
Gather the troops at Paintball Dubai
For an exhilarating alternative to usual activities, teens can try out several scenario-based games at Paintball Dubai. It'll be the ultimate experience as you can try out pursuit games including capture, elimination and save-the-hostage missions.
Before the action begins, everyone will get suited up and will be given a weapon of choice. Prepare to attack and defend in the fray.
From Dhs65. Open Tue-Sun 10am-10pm. Jebel Ali Shooting Club, Mina Jabel Ali, paintballdubai.com (050 651 4583).
Go to Cinema Akil at Alserkal Avenue
Cinephile teens and teenage film buffs should head on down to the indie cinema, Cinema Akil. The schedule changes each month and showcases diverse work from global directors.
Teens can grab a karak tea and watch films including classics from Italy, South Korea, Senegal, Germany and France. Expand from what you know and enter a world of cinematic pleasure. You can find the full schedule of films and screening times on the Cinema Akil website.
Price varies per film. Open Sun-Thu 5pm onwards, Fri-Sat 3pm onwards. Warehouse 68, Alserkal Avenue Al Quoz Industrial District, cinemaakil.com (058 909 7798).
Have an adrenalin-pumping time at Action Park
If you're looking for something more action-packed, round up the gang and hop over to Action Park. This indoor and outdoor adventure park can be found at The Last Exit on the way to Abu Dhabi from Dubai. You can try out a number of adrenaline-pumping activities here, including paintball, go-karting and The Smash Room.
Various prices. Open Mon-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri- Sun 10am-1am. The Last Exit, Sheikh Zayed Road, actionpark.ae (04 235 8893).
Have a thrilling time at IMG World of Adventures
If you're looking for fun for the whole family, look no further than IMG World of Adventures. As one of the biggest theme parks in the world, there's something for the whole family to enjoy.
Superhero fans can head to The Marvel Zone while The Cartoon Network Zone features favourites like The Powerpuff Girls and Ben 10. If your teen is a dinosaur fanatic, The Lost Valley zone is the place to be.
Dhs365 (general admission). Open Sun-Thu noon-10pm, Fri-Sat noon-midnight. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Dubai, imgworlds.com (04 403 8888).
Have a splashing good time at Wild Wadi
When the whole family is looking to cool down, an aquatic adventure should be on the agenda. And what better place than Dubai's original waterpark? Make it a day as there are several exhilarating experiences to try, including a wave simulator, a 32-metre-high Jumeirah Sceirah slide and Tantrum Alley.
After something more leisurely? Float along a 360-metre-long lazy river.
From Dhs179. Open daily 10am-6pm. Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Umm Suqeim 3 wildwadi.com (04 348 4444).
Hop around at Bounce Trampoline Park
There's no better way for teens to de-stress than jumping around, so drop them off at Bounce Trampoline Park for a hopping good time. This endorphin-pumping activity encourages freestyle movement with 3,000 square metres of interconnected indoor trampolines, adventure features, padding and airbags.
Teens can hop their hearts out. Once they've worked up an appetite, Bounce Cafè has plenty to fuel up with, including pasta, pizza, salads and much more.
From Dhs80 (per person). Open Sun 10am-8pm, Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 10am-9pm and Sun 10am-8pm. Building 32 4th Street, Al Quoz , bounce.ae (04 339 0911).
Make it a day at Global Village
For picky or bored teens, the one-stop shopping, dining and entertainment complex Global Village is the place to be.
This funfair-style theme park has everything you could imagine, from rides to international cuisine, adventure zones, live performances, street food stalls and more, they'll be kept busy for hours.
Set to re-open after summer. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, E 311 Road, globalvillage.ae (04 362 4114).
Second-hand book shopping at House of Prose
Foster their inner bookworm and take your teens to find some second-hand books. You'll be able to find all the bestsellers and classics here. And if your teens have old books lying around, they can bring them here and receive 50 percent off their next purchase.
Open daily Sun-Thu 10am-9.30pm; Fri-Sat 10am-10pm. Al Quoz, Sheikh Zayed Road, houseofprose.ae (04 344 9021).
Ski down the slopes at Ski Dubai
Only in Dubai can you be in 40-degree heat one minute, and skiing down a real snow slope the next. A fun activity for teenagers to do in Dubai, and set foot in 3,000 square metres of real snow, teens can ski, bob-sleigh and toboggan down the slope.
They have activities for all levels of experience, so even if they've not been skiing before, this is still a fun experience Ski Dubai caters to all people.
Price varies per activity. Open Mon-Thu 10am-11pm; Fri 10am-midnight; Sat-Sun 9am-midnight. Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, skidxb.com (04 409 4000).
Swim with the dolphins at Atlantis Aquaventure
Does your teen love dolphins and other marine life? You're in luck as Atlantis Aquaventure comprises one of the largest open-air aquariums in the world, with more than 65,000 marine animals. Head over to Dolphin Bay where the whole family can try out several dolphin interactions.
From a dolphin encounter to dolphin kayaking, paddling with dolphins and a dolphin meet and greet, this is what aquatic dreams are made of.
Prices vary per activity. Open daily 10am-7pm. Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road. aquaventurewaterpark.com (04 426 0000).
Take a peek into the future at the Museum of the Future
A trip to the museum may not sound exciting, but the Museum of the Future has been a game-changer ever since it landed in the city. Teens will have a ball of a time at this interactive museum that features flying robots, a four-legged robot dog, Bob the robot barista and the 'Tomorrow Today' exhibition, which explores near-future technologies and much more.
Younger teens and kids can hop over to Children's World which focuses on workshops for future skills.
From Dhs159 (per person). Open daily 10am-7.30pm. Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre, Trade Centre 2, museumofthefuture.ae (800 2071).
Take curious teens to The Green Planet
Have a nature-loving teen? Pay a visit to The Green Planet, an indoor bidome curated by botanists, zoologists and scientists. Your teen will have a blast exploring and learning about over 3,000 animals, birds, insects, colourful flora and more.
From Dhs129. Open daily 10am-6pm. City Walk, Al Safa Street, Dubai, thegreenplanetdubai.com (800 7699).
Take on your mates at 3D Blacklight Mini Golf
The only thing better than mini golf? 3D mini golf, of course. So, gather your pals and head over to the 3D Blacklight Mini Golf venue in JBR. Teens can get kitted out in white or fluorescent colours to enjoy the glow of black light before taking on 18 holes.
As you try to sink a hole in one, you can take in the artwork by 3D artists, surrounding each course. Once you've worked up an appetite, fuel up with refreshments including soft drinks, energy drinks and more.
From Dhs110 (per person). Open Mon-Thu 1pm-1am and Fri-Sun noon-1am. Plaza Level, Bahar 4 JBR, The Walk, 3d-blacklight-minigolf.com (04 565 7621).
Take thrill seekers to Motion Gate Park
If you've got thrill-seeking teens to entertain, take them to the Hollywood-inspired themed Motiongate Theme Park. Here, they can immerse themselves in film-themed rides that include some from Shrek to Kung Fu Panda. With a variety of different attractions, there's something for everyone, plus plenty of cafes, restaurants and gift shops.
From Dhs295 (day ticket). Open Sun-Thu noon-9pm, Fri-Sat noon-10pm. Sheikh Zayed Road, Opposite Palm Jebel Ali (04 820 0000).
Thrift shopping at Digg It Thrift & Vintage
With Y2K fashion on the rise, take your teens to this humble warehouse in Al Quoz. Here they can dig for treasures among the second-hand clothes. One of the most fun things to do for teenagers in Dubai who love fashion, there are classic rock t-shirts, cargo pants, Nike sweatshirts and everything in between.
Open daily 11am-8pm. 4b Street Al Quoz, Warehouse B23, @digg.it
Rollerblade at Roll DXB
With the '80s having a massive revival, this is an activity for teenagers to do in Dubai that is bang on trend. Roll DXB offers an endless variety of skating events from skate jams to disco nights and options to rent out for a birthday party.
They also offer ladies' night on Wednesdays – ideal for teen girls who want to channel their inner dancing queen.
Dhs90 (one hour with your own skates), Dhs105 (skates rental with pads for an hour). Open Mon-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri 11am-midnight, Sat-Sun 10am-11pm. Shed 3 Marina Cubes Street, Dubai Maritime City rolldxb.com (04 238 6206).
Unwind at Unwind board game café
Get competitive with your teenagers in Dubai at the Unwind Board Games Café. With over 500 games, there are plenty of games to choose from and, if choosing is hard, enlist the help of the game masters who will help you pick the perfect game for you and your teens to enjoy.
Mon-Thu 2.30pm-midnight; Fri 2.30pm-1am, Sat-Sun 12.30pm-1am. Al Barsha, unwinddubai.com (04 336 6611).
Visit the Foundry Art Gallery and see some art
Is your teenager studying art? Take them to the Foundry Art Gallery in Downtown Dubai for an afternoon of art and design.
Known to be a progressive art space in Dubai, the Foundry is a great place to relax and take in the creative works that surround the gallery.
With exhibitions being showcased multiple times throughout the year, there's always something to do and see, from paintings and sculptures to photography and murals. Plus, there's also a café here for a post-art fuel up.
Open daily 10am-10pm. Foundry, Dubai Downtown Boulevard (04 367 3696).
Watch a film at the biggest cinema screen in the region
Your teens can catch all the latest films at Roxy Cinema in Dubai Hills Mall. The biggest screen in the Middle East and North Africa, the size of two tennis courts, this is an experience that teenagers will love while in Dubai.
Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai Hills, theroxycinemas.com (800 7699).
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