The Best Places to Cool Down this Summer in Dubai

As Dubai is located in the desert, it’s pretty exciting that it’s still possible to ski here. Ski Dubai offers visitors a cool experience, allowing them to ski and snowboard while the temperature shoots up outside. The slope also has it’s very own ice park for children and fun-loving adults — and there are even penguins! Clothing and equipment are provided at the venue, so don’t bother packing snow gear. It’s conveniently located in the Mall of the Emirates.

Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Rd, +971 800 386

Ski Dubai | © Petr Kadlec/Flickr

The Mall of the Emirates is a favorite among Dubai’s residents, with a vast variety of shops including music, electronics, luxury clothing, ready-to-wear and more. This is a fantastic place to spend the day window shopping and eating. There’s also a fantastic cinema — and plenty of air conditioning!
Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Rd, +971 4 409 9000

Mall of the Emirates | © neekoh.fi/Flickr

Sometimes escaping the heat isn’t the answer; you must find ways to truly enjoy it. Wild Wadi is one of the world’s most advanced water parks and is a fun for all ages. It has 30 rides, offering all levels of excitement, as well as a unique view of the Burj Al Arab, as the park is located right next to the famous hotel. The park also offers ladies nights, when only women and small children are allowed to enjoy the rides, and the park stays open until midnight.

Dubai Mall is known as the largest shopping mall in the world and every fashion-lover’s dream hang out. As well as the air conditioning, the mall also has its own ice skating rink, guaranteed to be a fun experience filled with laughter (and maybe a couple of falls). This is an ideal attraction for both children and adults, and skates are provided at the venue.
Dubai Mall, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, +971 800 382246255

Dubai Mall | © Jimmy G/Flickr

If air conditioning doesn’t feel like enough, then Chillout Ice Lounge will do the trick. This is the first sub-zero ice lounge in the Middle East. Diners sit on ice chairs and eat on ice tables while surrounded by ice sculptures and, well, being surrounded by a whole lot of ice. This is the best place in town to grab a hot chocolate and sip on soup in the middle of summer, while enjoying a truly unique experience.
Chill Out Ice Lounge, Times Square Center, Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Quoz, +971 4 341 8121

This waterpark is ideal for the whole family, with relaxing rides like a lazy river, to thrilling slides, like the ‘leap of faith’. Aquaventure Waterpark is located right next to one of Dubai’s most well-known hotels, Atlantis, and guests get free access to the park. As well as the rides, the park also contains a marine life park where visitors can play with dolphins and sea lions, and dive at the Shark Lagoon.
Aquaventure Waterpark, Atlantis, Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah, +971 4 426 0000

Aquaventure | © Fabio Achilli/Flickr