At a glance
- Where
- Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha
- Hours
- From 10am weekdays, 9am weekends
- Minimum age
- 2 years; under-14s with someone over 16
- Snow Classic
- AED 239 on Bloomtopia (park price AED 265)
- Snow Plus
- AED 289 on Bloomtopia (park price AED 325)
- Inside
- About −2°C; clothes, boots and gloves included
- By Metro
- Red Line to Mall of the Emirates
- Plan for
- 2–4 hours
Quick answer: yes, for most families. From age 2 your children can play in real snow at Mall of the Emirates, and the Snow Classic pass (AED 239 on Bloomtopia, park price AED 265) covers a full day in the Snow Park, one chairlift ride and the winter clothes. Ages 4 to 12 get the most out of it. Plan for 2 to 4 hours.
Ski Dubai is an indoor ski slope and snow park inside Mall of the Emirates, kept at about −2°C all year. For children who’ve never touched snow, it’s often the highlight of a Dubai trip. Here’s who it suits, which pass to buy, what’s included and how to make the visit easy, checked on 8 November 2026.
Is Ski Dubai good for kids?
For children aged about 4 to 12, it’s one of the best things to do in Dubai: real snow, sledging, a chairlift and penguins living on site, all in a mall with the Metro at the door.
- Ages 2 to 3: they can go in from age 2, but some Snow Park activities aren’t suitable for the youngest children. Expect an hour or so of snow play.
- Ages 4 to 12: the sweet spot. Tobogganing, the tube run, bobsleds and the Giant Ball keep them busy for hours.
- Teenagers: Snow Plus adds unlimited Mountain Thriller rides and either a slope session (for skiers who already have Intermediate Level 2) or the Snow Bullet zipline.
Good to know: children under 2 can’t go in, children under 14 must be with someone over 16, and helmets are compulsory (and provided) for under-13s.
Snow Classic or Snow Plus?
| Snow Classic | Snow Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomtopia price | AED 239 | AED 289 |
| Park price | AED 265 | AED 325 |
| Snow Park | Full day | Full day |
| Chairlift | One ride | Unlimited |
| Extra | No | Locker, plus 2 hours on the slope or 2 Snow Bullet rides |
| Winter clothes and gloves | Included | Included |
| Valid until | 10 Feb 2027 | 24 Feb 2027 |
Prices are per person aged 2 and over, VAT included. Children pay the same as adults.
Which one? For most families with children under 10, Snow Classic is enough. Pick Snow Plus if your children are older, want to ride the chairlift and the Mountain Thriller again and again, or if someone can already ski. The Snow Bullet zipline is for riders aged 8 and over, at least 125 cm tall and 30 kg.
What a family of four pays
Two adults and two children aged 2 or over pay AED 956 for Snow Classic on Bloomtopia (AED 1,060 at the park) or AED 1,156 for Snow Plus (AED 1,300 at the park). The passes are open-dated, so you don’t need to pick a day in advance.
What to wear and bring
The passes include a jacket, trousers, snow boots, disposable socks and fleece gloves in all sizes. Bring:
- a warm hat for each child (not included),
- long socks and a warm layer under the jacket,
- a change of clothes for small children, who tend to end up wet.
Penguins and lessons
Ski Dubai’s penguins live on site, and you may see them around the Snow Park. A Penguin Encounter isn’t included in either pass; it’s booked separately at the park.
Ski lessons start at age 3 and snowboard lessons at age 8, also booked separately.
Opening hours and when to go
Ski Dubai opens at 10am on weekdays and 9am at weekends, and stays open until 11pm or midnight, with last entry at about 10:30pm. Weekday mornings are the quietest. Hours can change, so check Ski Dubai’s site before you go.
How to get to Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai is inside Mall of the Emirates on Sheikh Zayed Road. Take the Metro Red Line to Mall of the Emirates station, which is connected to the mall, or a taxi to the mall. Mall of the Emirates bus station, next to the Metro, is served by many RTA routes.
The verdict
If your children are 4 or older and have never played in snow, Ski Dubai is worth it, and Snow Classic is the pass most families need. With 2- or 3-year-olds, keep the visit short and simple; with teens or skiers, Snow Plus is worth the extra AED 50.
Questions people ask
Is Ski Dubai worth it with kids?
Yes, especially for children aged about 4 to 12 who have never seen snow. The Snow Park has tobogganing, a tube run, bobsleds, the Giant Ball and a chairlift ride, and the winter clothes are included. For 2- and 3-year-olds it's shorter fun, as some Snow Park activities aren't suitable for the youngest children.
What is the minimum age for Ski Dubai?
Children must be at least 2 years old to go in. Children under 14 must be with someone over 16, and helmets are compulsory for under-13s. Ski lessons start at age 3 and snowboard lessons at age 8.
What's the difference between Snow Classic and Snow Plus?
Snow Classic is a full day in the Snow Park with one chairlift ride. Snow Plus adds unlimited chairlift and Mountain Thriller rides, a locker, and a choice of 2 hours on the slope (for Intermediate Level 2 skiers and snowboarders) or two rides on the Snow Bullet zipline. On Bloomtopia, Snow Classic costs AED 239 and Snow Plus AED 289.
Do children pay less at Ski Dubai?
No. Everyone aged 2 and over pays the same price for the Snow Classic and Snow Plus passes.
What should kids wear to Ski Dubai?
The passes include a jacket, trousers, snow boots, disposable socks and fleece gloves. Bring a hat, long socks and a warm layer, as it's about −2°C inside.
Can kids see the penguins at Ski Dubai?
You may see the penguins around the Snow Park, but a Penguin Encounter isn't included in Snow Classic or Snow Plus. It's booked separately at Ski Dubai.
Bloomtopia is an independent ticket seller and isn't affiliated with the attractions we write about. Opening hours, rides and prices can change, so check the attraction's own website before you go. Our prices include VAT and were correct on the date shown at the top of this guide.
