Tour Overview
Dubai Mall isn't just the world's largest shopping mall — it's a full entertainment complex. Inside its 5.9 million square feet you'll find 1,200+ shops, 200+ restaurants, an Olympic-sized ice rink, a waterfall, and one of the largest aquariums on the planet.
This family-friendly 5-hour tour takes you through the highlights of Dubai Mall, then gives you skip-the-line entry to the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. You'll walk through the 48-meter aquarium tunnel surrounded by sharks, rays and 140+ species of marine life, then explore the three ecological zones of the Underwater Zoo — Rainforest, Rocky Shore and Living Ocean.
Perfect for kids (and adults who love aquariums). The tour is designed to finish before the Dubai Fountain show starts, so you can extend your evening if you wish.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Dubai city)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed guide
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo ticket
- Skip-the-line priority entry
- 48m aquarium tunnel walk
- Access to all 3 zoo zones
- Dubai Mall orientation walk
- Photo stops (Fashion Avenue, Waterfall, Fountain)
Not Included
- Meals & beverages
- Shopping at Dubai Mall
- Behind-the-scenes aquarium tours
- Shark dive experience (optional add-on)
- Burj Khalifa tickets
- Tips & gratuities
Hour-by-Hour Roadmap
Hotel Pickup
Afternoon pickup from your Dubai hotel — cool time of day for mall and aquarium visit.
Dubai Mall Arrival
Enter the world's largest mall — brief orientation walk by your guide.
Dubai Aquarium Tunnel
Walk through the 48-meter acrylic tunnel surrounded by sharks, rays & 140+ species.
Underwater Zoo — Rainforest Zone
See piranhas, otters, and freshwater species from the Amazon.
Underwater Zoo — Rocky Shore & Living Ocean
Meet penguins, sea horses, and the 5-meter King Crocodile — the world's largest in captivity.
Dubai Mall Highlights Walk
Photo stops at the Dubai Waterfall, Fashion Avenue, and the Olympic-sized ice rink.
Free Time (Optional)
Shop, snack, or head to the Dubai Fountain show — your guide can point you to the best viewpoint.
Hotel Drop-off
Return to your hotel with unforgettable marine memories.
What to Wear & Bring
Comfortable Casual
Mall is fully indoor & air-conditioned.
Walking Shoes
You'll cover a lot of mall — up to 3km.
Camera
Photography is allowed (no flash at aquarium).
Water Bottle
Complimentary on board, but carry extra.
Cash / Card
For snacks, shopping & optional add-ons.
Stroller
Free strollers available at mall entrances.
Choose Your Package
Aquarium + Zoo
- Aquarium tunnel + zoo entry
- Skip-the-line access
- Hotel pickup & drop
- Licensed guide
+ Burj Khalifa
- Everything in Standard
- Burj Khalifa 124/125 floor
- Fountain show viewing
- Extended 7-hour tour
Shark Dive Experience
- Everything in Standard
- 30-min shark cage dive
- Certified instructor
- Video & photos included
Cancellation Policy
Flexible & Fair
- More than 24 hours before tour100% Free Cancellation
- 12 – 24 hours before tour50% Refund
- Under 12 hours or no-showNo Refund
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — toddlers adore the aquarium. The tunnel walk is stroller-friendly. Children under 2 enter free. There's a soft-play zone within the mall for breaks.
Plan for 90 minutes to 2 hours — the tunnel is 20 minutes and the 3 zoo zones take the rest. You can extend or shorten as you wish.
Yes — it's a 5-meter, 750kg saltwater crocodile named "King Croc" from Australia. He's been at Dubai Aquarium since 2011 and has his own dedicated habitat.
Yes — choose the "+ Burj Khalifa" package. Since both attractions are inside Dubai Mall, combining saves a full day of travel.
Over 200 restaurants — from fast food to fine dining. Halal, vegetarian & vegan options widely available. Your guide will recommend based on your taste.
What Our Guests Say
"Our 6-year-old said this was her favourite part of Dubai. The tunnel is mesmerizing — sharks swimming right over your head. King Croc is wild. Highly recommend for families."
"Perfect half-day tour. Our guide knew exactly which exhibits to prioritize and helped us skip all queues. The mall walk afterwards was a nice bonus."
