Main show
The dolphin and seal performance runs about 45 minutes, with synchronized jumps, flips, hoops and trainer interaction.
Dubai Dolphinarium
Umm Hurair
In Umm Hurair, Dubai Dolphinarium is an indoor family attraction centred on its dolphin and seal show. Visitors can also book close-up dolphin photos or explore add-ons such as the bird show and Mirror Maze.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
18,668 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Indoor comfort
The fully air-conditioned venue is a practical escape from Dubai’s heat, especially for families with children.
Extra activities
The bird show and Mirror Maze give families something to do beyond the main marine performance.
Photo options
After the show, visitors can arrange dolphin photos, and some packages include touching or swimming with dolphins.
Helpful staff
Reviews describe the staff and ticket-counter team as helpful, polite and willing to answer questions.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Book online in advance, especially for weekends, to save entrance time and improve your chances of getting preferred seats.
Arrive early. Allow at least 30 minutes before the show if driving, since parking fills and desired seats can go quickly.
Choose seats. For the clearest central view, choose middle seating; avoid side views, and remember the first two rows are splash zones.
Budget park fee. Bring a Nol card or budget separately for Creek Park’s gate charge before reaching the Dolphinarium.
Skip food add-ons. Consider leaving food coupons off the ticket booking; one visitor felt the main show was the worthwhile part.
Check offers. Check online promotions or Entertainer buy-one-get-one deals before paying at the counter.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Dolphinarium Building - Riyadh Street, Inside the Creek Park Gate 1 - Dubai Dolphinarium Building - Street
Umm Hurair Second, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Ethical concern
Some visitors object to keeping performing dolphins and seals in captivity, so the attraction may not suit everyone’s values.
Extra entry fee
The Creek Park admission is separate from the Dolphinarium ticket, adding another charge at the gate.
Entry delays
One visitor arrived before showtime but entered after it began because of disorganized ticket-counter crowd management.
Limited parking
Creek Park parking can be difficult on weekends, with limited spaces and crowded conditions.
Aging venue
One review found the facility small and aging, while another said the tickets and dolphin interactions felt expensive.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 118
two tickets
“I paid AED 118 for two tickets, and there’s an additional AED 5 per person for Creek Park entry”Google review · April 2026
AED 5 per person
Creek Park entry
“I paid AED 118 for two tickets, and there’s an additional AED 5 per person for Creek Park entry”Google review · April 2026
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The Bottom Line
Dubai Dolphinarium is an indoor attraction built around a roughly 45-minute dolphin and seal show. The performances feature jumps, flips, synchronized movements and trainer interaction, with the seals adding a comic opening. It is clearly aimed at families, although several adults also found the show engaging.
There is more to do than the main performance. Families can add the Exotic Bird Show or Mirror Maze, while dolphin photo sessions, touch experiences and separate swim-with-dolphin programmes provide more intimate — and typically pricier — options. A café, shops and souvenir counters make it possible to stay on site between activities.
Plan the logistics carefully. The Dolphinarium sits inside Creek Park, so park admission is separate; reviews mention a 5 AED gate fee and the need for a Nol card. Weekend parking can be difficult, so arriving at least 30 minutes early is sensible.
Online booking may also help avoid entrance queues and secure better seating. Middle seats are favoured for the view, while the first two rows are splash zones. The main reservation is ethical: some visitors are uncomfortable with animals performing in captivity.
Others also find the venue somewhat dated or the ticket and photo add-ons expensive. It is worth weighing those points against the family entertainment before booking.