Ski Dubai is an expansive indoor winter resort encompassing 22,500 square meters of snow-covered area. Situated within the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, this facility is recognized as the first indoor ski destination built in the Middle East. It maintains a constant interior temperature ranging from −1 to 2 °C (30 to 36 °F) continuously throughout the year, offering an alpine environment inside one of the world's largest shopping centers.
The complex was developed and is operated by the Majid Al Futtaim Group, opening its doors to the public in November 2005. The resort's structural design was crafted by Acer Snowmec, a firm that implemented specialized patented technology for artificial snow creation, while the dedicated snow play zones were developed by the Thinkwell Group. Since its launch, the destination has achieved notable industry recognition, including a Thea Outstanding Achievement Award from the Themed Entertainment Association in 2007, and nomination alongside prominent global indoor snow venues in countries such as Germany, China, Spain, and New Zealand.
At the core of the attraction is a 25-story, 85-meter-high indoor mountain featuring five distinct slopes that accommodate different skill levels. These runs include a 400-meter-long continuous slope alongside the world's first indoor black diamond run. Terrain features such as rails, kickers, and boxes are regularly reconfigured to offer varied freestyle terrain. Guests are transported to the top of the slopes via an overhead chairlift and a surface tow lift. Essential winter gear, including skis and thermal jackets, is supplied with admission, and retail shops located nearby offer equipment for purchase.
Adjacent to the primary ski slopes lies a 3,000-square-meter Snow Park intended for general snow play. This section incorporates sled and toboggan tracks, an icy body slide, climbing towers, giant snowballs, and an ice cave. Additionally, Ski Dubai shelters a resident population of penguins. These birds leave their enclosures multiple times daily, and visitors have the option to reserve specialized encounter programs to interact directly with them.
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Plan your visit
- Opening hours
- Mon–Thu 10am–11pm, Fri 10am–midnight, Sat–Sun 9am–midnight (first tickets from 8–9am).
- Tickets
- Buy the Snow Park pass online — see the official site for the current AED price. Warm clothing and boots are included.
- Booking & getting in
- It is inside the Mall of the Emirates, so an easy midday escape from the heat. Weekends and evenings are busiest — a weekday morning is calmest.
- How long
- 2–3 hours
- Best time
- A weekday, out of the midday heat.
Verified 2026-09-08 against the official site — prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
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