Ski Dubai Guide: Tickets, Hours, What to Wear and Penguins
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Ski Dubai is an indoor snow slope inside Mall of the Emirates: while it is hot outside, you ski or sledge on snow indoors. On MBD Travel the ticket starts at 71.07 USD, the listed length is 4 hours and the minimum age is 3.
Key facts
Where: Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha
Length and age: listed length 4 hours, minimum age 3, medium effort
Price: from 71.07 USD for an adult
Hours: Friday and Saturday 09:00 to 00:00, Thursday 10:00 to 23:00, Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 to 22:00; seasonal changes are possible
Included: the entry package includes a winter jacket, trousers and snow boots
Not verified: slope dimensions and lesson options are not in the product data
Who is Ski Dubai for?
Anyone who wants to see snow in the middle of the desert. It suits friends, couples, solo travellers and families with older children. The effort level is medium: tiring, not punishing. You can go even if you have never skied. The product page says part of the slope is set aside for beginners, and sledging is possible too.
The real draw is the contrast. Outside there are towers and heat, inside there are sloping hills, pine trees and real snow. Even if you do not ski well, that contrast fills an hour on its own.
Ticket and price: what are you buying?
On 28 October 2026 the adult starting price on the product page is 71.07 USD. That is not a confirmed quote for your date or group. The exact amount is confirmed on the page once you choose a date and the number of guests. The listed length is 4 hours. What is included depends on the ticket you pick, so check the confirmed ticket before you pay.
Which day and which time?
Opening hours change by day of the week. Friday and Saturday are the longest days, from 09:00 until midnight. Hours can change with the season, so check the ticket page for your date.
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday to Wednesday | 10:00 | 22:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 23:00 |
| Friday and Saturday | 09:00 | 00:00 |
The product record has no crowd data. As a rule of thumb, weekday mornings tend to be calmer, but we do not present that as a measured fact. If you go at the weekend, a slot close to opening lowers the risk of queues.
What to wear and bring
The entry package includes a winter jacket, trousers and snow boots, so you only need comfortable clothes to arrive in. The product page recommends gloves, a hat and thick socks. You can rent or buy them on site if you forget.
Jacket, trousers and boots: included in the package
Gloves, hat and thick socks: we suggest bringing your own; they can be rented or bought at the venue
Wear a thin layer that comes off easily, because it is hot before you enter and after you leave
Put your phone in a zipped pocket and do not hold it while you slide
First-timers and children
The minimum age is 3. Age and participation rules are set offer by offer, so read them before paying if you travel with a child. A general family label does not mean a place is suitable.
The product page gives simple advice: spend the first half hour slowly to get used to the snow. We add a plan. Do not try to fill the whole 4 hours with non-stop sliding. Take a break every half hour, warm your hands and do not wait until a child is worn out.
Meeting the penguins
Ski Dubai has one more experience apart from skiing: a small-group meeting with real penguins in a snowy indoor space. According to the product page the listed length is 1 hour, the minimum age is 3 and the effort level is low. The trainer explains how to approach the animals. Flash is usually not allowed, so film quietly on your phone. The price and scope of this experience sit on its own page and should be checked separately from the ski ticket.
Staying near Mall of the Emirates
Ski Dubai is inside a shopping mall, so going early in the morning or late at night is easier if you stay nearby. In Al Barsha, Novotel Suites Mall Avenue sits opposite Mall of the Emirates according to its hotel page, and 3 kilometres from Madinat Jumeirah. Hotel prices change with the date, so see the live price in the card below.
84.40 USDfrom · room / night
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What to add to the same day
Ski Dubai is an indoor plan that fits the hot hours. The monthly averages for 2021 to 2025 on our product pages show a daytime high of 39 and 40 degrees in July and August, against 24 in January. In summer, putting Ski Dubai in the afternoon makes sense.
You can pair the evening with another indoor plan. We have a separate guide to the aquarium in Dubai Mall. For the days you spend outside, our places-to-visit guide has the route.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ski Dubai?
Ski Dubai is inside Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha, on Sheikh Zayed Road.
How much is a Ski Dubai ticket in USD?
On 28 October 2026 the adult starting price on the product page is 71.07 USD. The exact amount is confirmed on the page with your date and guests.
What is the minimum age for Ski Dubai?
The product page lists a minimum age of 3. Age and participation rules can vary by offer, so check them before you book.
Are clothes and equipment provided?
The entry package includes a winter jacket, trousers and snow boots. We suggest bringing gloves, a hat and thick socks; they can be rented or bought on site.
What are the Ski Dubai opening hours?
Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 to 22:00, Thursday 10:00 to 23:00, Friday and Saturday 09:00 to 00:00. Hours can change with the season.
Prices, hours and conditions can change. Treat the current product page as the final word before you book.
