The Best Attractions Near Arabian Ranches Written by Arpan Ghosh

Arabian Ranches has become one of the most popular and sought-after communities in Dubai. Set in the outer part of Dubai surrounded by stunning sand dunes, this community is one of the most convenient and family friendly settlements in Dubai. Its ideal location makes it a perfect place to call home as it is close to many of Dubai’s top attractions, such as the ones below.

IMG Worlds Of Adventure

IMG Worlds of Adventure is Dubai’s newest theme park. With over 1.5 million square feet of space, IMG provides the most exhilarating and exciting adventure you will ever have in Dubai. State-of-the-art rides bring icons of popular culture to life in five themed zones, which include dinosaur parks and parks dedicated to well-known characters. There are also plenty of fine dining options at IMG in case you feel peckish after exploring the park. With non-stop entertainment, from live stage shows to movie rides, IMG promises you a day filled with fun and joy.

Global Village

Located in the Dubailand district, Global Village is said to be the world’s largest tourism, leisure, shopping, and entertainment project. Running over the course of Dubai’s winter period, it is an immense cultural fair spread over an area of 17,200,200 square feet and attracts over 5 million visitors every year, from tourists to long-time residents.



Sectioned into 37 different pavilions, food courts, and entertainment areas, Global Village offers a tour of the world in one place. Vendors are flown in each year from over 13 different countries to showcase local artisan products, as well as exhibitions and live performances that showcase their native culture.



Whether you are looking for a relaxed evening, or you are looking for a weekend filled with shopping and excitement, at Global Village the world is your oyster.

Dubai Miracle Garden

Housing the largest man-made flower arrangement and structure in the world, Dubai Miracle Garden is like a slice of paradise in Dubai. Situated in Al Barsha South and spread over a 72,000 square mile area, Dubai Miracle Garden displays its plant life in unique ways by arranging them into the form of vehicles, buildings and other intriguing structures.



You can immerse yourself amongst more than 50 million blooming flowers throughout different exhibits. It runs from winter to early spring, taking full advantage of Dubai’s very pleasant cooler climate during that time.

Dubai Butterfly Garden

Located right next to Dubai Miracle Garden, the newest attraction in Dubai claims to be the largest covered butterfly garden in the world. Consisting of nine custom-built domes and a butterfly museum covering an approximate area of 2600 square miles, this location provides visitors with perhaps the most soothing outdoor experience one can have in the city. Home to over 15,000 different species of butterflies and insects, Dubai Butterfly Garden does not just showcase these beautiful creatures but also teaches visitors about them. This location is very family-friendly and can be a perfect day out with the children, providing a perfect mix of education and entertainment in a serene setting.

Dubai Autodrome

This fully integrated motorsports facility includes an FIA sanctioned 5.39-kilometer Race & Drive Centre and Karting track. The arena also hosts all types of local and world-class motorsport events, with such global luminaries as Jacques Villeneuve and Jenson Button putting their skills to the test on its challenging track. At Dubai Autodrome you can experience driving luxury sports cars such as Audi TT or R8 in world-class racing track. There is even a children’s track designed for those between ages 9-14, where they can enjoy good karting experience on a road that has been specially designed to be safe. Dubai Autodrome is the perfect place for kids and adults alike to spend their day.

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club