Written By Arabiers Digital & Reviewed by Robeena Brown
24 July , 2024 | 13 min
Zabeel Park Overview
Zabeel Park which sits on a 51 hectares equivalent to 45 football fields, is the largest park in Dubai. The park is located in the eastern part of Dubai and is an amazing technology-based green space to visit.
The park's natural landscape, attractions such as Dubai frame, Dubai Garden Glow, dinosaur park, lake, picnic spots and other fun activities which you can enjoy at the park are among the reason why this park attracts a lot of tourists.
It is a perfect place to visit if you are looking for serene environment away from the city bustle and hustle. So, if you are planning to come Dubai for these attractions, then you must need a Dubai tourist visa.
When you visit the park, here are the attractions you can explore and activities you can enjoy.
If you re visit the park with your kid you should not miss to explore the dinosaur park. But the visit is not only limited to kids even adults.
Here you will get to see giant sculptures resemblance of dinosaur which in history lived many years ago. You will also get to see animatronic dinosaurs as they stroll around the park which a thrilling and fun experience for the kids.
This is one of the most visit attractions in the park. The Dubai frame is the largest fame in the word and stands at a height of 150 meters and a width of 93 meters. The frame is ring designed and sits on 15000 square meters.
You can visit the frame at a cost which is not included in the entrance fee. The visitors start exploring the Dubai frame from the ground floor where they are given exhibition about Dubai, from its humble beginning to today world class city.
The other place you can miss to explore is the Sky Deck where you get to enjoy 360 degree views of Dubai city. There are a lot of experiences you will enjoy at this frame.
You can visit the park especially during morning hours for a walk or jogging. There are well maintained jogging tracks for running or jogging.
If you are visiting Dubai and looking where to go for a morning or evening run you should consider Zabeel Park and rejuvenate your lungs with some fresh air.
There is a children play zone in the park equipped to keep the kids entertained playing different games. If you are visiting with kids you can leave them at this zone as you go ahead and explore other parts of the park.
If you have grown up children they can enjoy trying different obstacle courses and the young ones play in the slides.
You can play cricket too because there is a playground. Many Dubai local loves to ply the gamer and gather at the park therefore you can easily find someone to play with inside the Zabeel Park.
Even if you are experienced cricket player you will find also experienced player here and will have to show your skills for a chance to win.
This is a theme park featuring display of more than 10 million colorful lights. You will enjoy magical atmosphere at this part of the park surrounded by glowing plants replicas and abstract shapes.
The perfect time to visit Dubai Garden Glow is after sunset. Beyond the glowing lights you will enjoy the natural landscapes view.
There is lake at the park and one of the activities which attract to visit this part of the park is to enjoy a relaxing boat ride. You will get to hop in a boat and paddle along the lake enjoying a calm ride. While riding the boat you will be treated to amazing show of where water hot as high as 100 feet in the air from the geyser fountain.
You can shop at the Zabeel Park in the flea market. Although you will not find the fancy brands like it is in malls you will meet local sellers selling various products. You can buy quality products at a better price compared to prices in the malls. By the end of shopping you will have filled your bag.
The best time to visit the park is November to March. During these months the weather is cooler and favourable for outdoor activities. The best timing to visit the park is early in the morning or evening from 5 PM. The evening hours are ideal because you can catch the sunset views.
The ticket price is AED 5 per person. Inside the park you will enjoy some attractions for free while you have to pay for others.
The following are available means of transport you can use to get to the park.
You can board metro from Dubai city on the Red line and get off at Max Metro Station. The park is 15 minutes’ walk from the station. You can walk to the park or hire a taxi to get you there.
You can board bus to the park at various bus stations in Dubai which include bus line 27 from Burj Khalifa, The Palace Hotel, bus lines C03 and C05 from Burjuman Metro or bus line 29 from Dubai Mall.
You can hire taxi from Dubai to the park direct. There are several taxi service providers in Dubai. You can book the ride through the app.
When you visit the park you can also enjoy various activities such as board ride, picnic with your family, jogging or running and playing cricket. There is also various attractions and activities suited for kids.
Overall, Zabeel Park is an amazing park to visit in Dubai for all ages. You can also check out Dubai Safari Park, yet another stunning park in Dubai.
The biggest park in Dubai is Zabeel Park and stretches on 120 acres.
The entry fee is AED 5 per person and it is free for children below 2 years.
The entry fee for Dubai Frame is AED 50 for adults and AED 20 for children. It is free for children bellow3 years, people of determination and 2 companions.
You will have to board metro in Red line and get off at Max Metro Station. From there, walk to the park or take a taxi which is 15 minutes’ walk away.
You can enjoy cycling in the park but you are not allowed to bring your bicycle rather you have to hire one from the Zabeel Park Bicycle hire.
The Zabeel Park is located in Zabeel Area, near Al Jafiliya Metro Station in Dubai.