UAE is home to some of the best theme parks in the world. In a successful bid to position itself as a cultural and entertainment hub, the country has introduced the theme parks that are included in the list of the best in the world. These parks not only use state of art modern slides and entertainment options but also adhere to the best of world safety standards to ensure the security of their guests while they enjoy a fun time.

Some of the best water and amusement theme parks of UAE that truly deserves your time and money are listed below.

Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, Dubai

The rush of the Aquaventure Park makes you happier, excited, and braver in water. With its death-defying rides, the adrenaline rush is beyond measure. There are more than enough amazing fun rides for kids too. Ranked as the Middle East and Europe’s best water park, the Aquaventure Park overflows with the excitement of 17 hectares of thrilling rides and slides for the fun and entertainment of your entire family. The water park also has a special Lost Chamber that makes you relive the story myth of the lost city of Atlantis. Home to 65000 incredible marine animal species, the entire theme park is worth lots of happy memories. To avoid the long waiting queues, book your Aquaventure waterpark tour with Rayna tours and enjoy the best water fun in absolute comfort and style.

Tip: The rides are far from each other so be prepared to walk your way through them.

Yas Water World, Abu Dhabi

One of the star attractions of Abu Dhabi, Yas Water World is a collection of 45 thrilling rides, slides and amazing attractions. The theme park caters to your adventure hunger through four different levels. From soothing relaxed wet water fun to the adrenaline pumping adventure attractions, Yas Water world is your best bet for an extreme water-based entertainment while in Abu Dhabi. With its amazing shop and dine options, it is a complete fun entertainment idea for the whole family. Its famous rides like the Jebel drop- where you slide down the waterslide in a freefall speed, Sebag- through which you can race down your friends to the bottom of the 6- lane slide, special rush rider- that brings an experience of extreme surfing even to the newbies in snowboarding, and more; gives you the ultimate rush.

Tip: To avoid the long ques, consider visiting the park during weekdays

Ski Dubai, Dubai

One of the most famous theme parks of Dubai, Ski Dubai is an exquisite indoor ski resort spread across an area of 22500 sq. meters, located inside one of the biggest malls in the world- the Mall of Emirates. The mall boasts of an 85-meter-high indoor snow mountain that opens up in five slopes of difficulty and steepness. The theme park that maintains a constant temperature range of -1 to -6 degrees at all times, also has a 400-meter-long indoor black run, also the first indoor black run in the world. If that’s not enough, the mall also allows you to enjoy rails, boxes, kickers, special snow play area spanning across 3000 sq. mtr.

Tip: To have an exemplary experience don’t forget to book a personal encounter with five real penguins brought in from Antarctica. You can feed them too.

Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi

The only Ferrari brand theme park and an exclusive one across the world- the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is your chance to experience the thrill of the Ferrari rides in completely different way. The park holds the record of being the largest space frame structure in the world, which makes it the world’s biggest indoor theme park. Specially designed for the ones with an appetite of the G- force, the Ferrari world has rides that give a whole new meaning to velocity. With most of the rides in the Ferrari theme and simulators pumping your heart beat, the theme park is planned to cater to the adventure levels across all age groups.

Tip: The park is also home to the world’s fastest roller coaster in the world- Formula Rossa. Ride it only if you have a strong heart.

Hili Fun City, Al Ain

Spread lavishly on the lush green oasis of Al Ain, the Hili Fun city is one of the most famous attractions of this tiny emirate. The theme park has over 30 amazing rides and slides to entertain its visitors along with an amphitheatre, play and picnic areas meant for the delight of the entire family. With special family and ladies only days, everyone gets to enjoy the best of the fun park. Take a train ride through the park to see all the attractions at a glance and select the ones you want to visit.

Tip: Carry enough cash as cards are not accepted here.   

Wild Wadi Waterpark, Dubai

Included in the list of the best water parks in the world, the Wild Wadi waterpark is your idea of some crazy wet fun. Famous for its safety measures and eagle-eyed lifeguards, the water park is every bit fun for all ages. The outdoor waterpark has a heated and cooled wave pool along with an 18mtr high waterfall that goes on and off every 10 minutes. Enjoy sumptuous meals across its three great restaurants and two snack joints. It boasts of the tallest free-fall water slide across South and North America. It rises to a height of 33m and gives you a fall of up to 80km/ hr.

Tip: The Park has featured in various reality shows for its death-defying rides, so calculate your guts before trying an extreme adventure slide.

Global Village, Dubai

Full of life and vibrancy, the Global Village Dubailand is touted to be world’s largest leisure, tourism and entertainment project spanning an area of whopping 17,200,000sq.ft. Running in its 20th year, the Global Village is a theme-oriented destination having 32 pavilions where over 75 countries represent the best of their culture, cuisine, and souvenirs. Giving a feel of a colossal carnival, the Global Village has everything, from live performances, exemplary new rides, delicious international cuisine, authentic merchandise options, and a host of other entertainment varieties to blow your mind.

Tip: The global village has over 17000 parking spaces, do remember where you’ve parked your vehicle.

UAE tourism beckons you for its amazing manmade islands, lush green garden cities, colossal desert oases and theme parks. The country with its exquisite emirates ensures that you enjoy your vacation with family across the best of world attractions. So wait no more, visit the amazing UAE today!

Last Updated on November 12, 2018 by Rohan