Dubai: Dubai Dolphinarium
Operating Hours:Wednesday - Monday: 10:00 - 19:00. Tuesday: Closed
The Vibe:Splashy family fun with playful wildlife 🐬
A playful marine theater in Creek Park linking Dubai’s urban bustle with wildlife wonder. Visitors come for high-energy dolphin and seal shows and leave with a sense of delight.
Sea-scented air and children’s laughter fill the hall. Dolphins leap and parrots squawk in colorful routines, and gentle splashes reverberate through the arena.
- Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice – consistently top-rated by families
- Dubai’s only indoor dolphin and seal show venue
- Hosts three daily animal shows (dolphins, seals, birds)
- Thousands of happy visitors each year
Fit For
- 👨👩👧 Families: Interactive shows designed to delight kids of all ages
- 💕 Couples: Air-conditioned seating and laid-back fun
- 👵 Seniors: Ample seating and a relaxed, easy-paced show
- 📸 Photographers: Snap airborne dolphins and colorful birds (no flash allowed!)
Highlights
- Dolphin & Seal Show — acrobatic sea mammal performances with educational commentary
- Exotic Bird Show — meet parrots, macaws and a majestic eagle doing tricks
- Swimming with Dolphins — optional encounter for animal lovers
- Mirror Maze — whimsical reflective fun (great for family selfies)
- Dubai Healthcare City Metro (Green Line) – 5-min taxi to Creek Park Gate 1
- RTA bus (e.g., 32C, 44) to Creek Park Gate 1 (entrance to Dolphinarium)
- Ride-hail drop-off: Creek Park Gate 1 main entrance
- Creek Park parking available (free of charge)
Food & Coffee Shops
D'Krave Café & Restaurant: Burgers, sandwiches and desserts in a family-friendly setting
Ice-cream Stand: Quick sweet treats and cold drinks outside the Dolphinarium entrance
Insider Tips
Best Time: Weekday midday shows are less crowded, ensuring prime seats
Hack: Pre-book Creek Park admission (AED5) to skip the park entrance line
Hidden Gem: Ask to visit the bird aviary before showtime for a quiet encounter
Tip: Front-row seats get splashed by dolphins — be ready for some water!
Photography Tips
No flash photography during live shows (it disturbs the animals)
Use a fast shutter speed to freeze the action of leaping dolphins
Angle your camera upward to capture colorful birds in flight against the lights
Things To Do Nearby
Creek Park attractions – enjoy paddle boating and cable car rides in the surrounding park
Children’s City (in Creek Park) – interactive science museum for kids, next door
The Dubai Frame – iconic city arch with panoramic views, a short drive away
Al Seef & Bastakiya (Dubai Creek) – heritage district with museums and shops along the creek
Creek Park attractions – enjoy paddle boating and cable car rides in the surrounding park
Children’s City (in Creek Park) – interactive science museum for kids, next door
The Dubai Frame – iconic city arch with panoramic views, a short drive away
Al Seef & Bastakiya (Dubai Creek) – heritage district with museums and shops along the creek



