Step into an indoor rainforest in the middle of the city. The Green Planet is a four-level biodome in City Walk, home to more than 3,000 species of birds, plants, and animals. Book with Al Zarra for an easy, family-friendly day out.
Visitors move vertically through the rainforest, from the canopy down to the forest floor and flooded forest. The attraction also offers educational talks and special wildlife encounters.
Prices vary by season. Animal encounters include 20 to 30 minutes with the animals and have limited daily spots, so book early. Combo packages with Dubai Aquarium, Laguna Waterpark, and other attractions are also available.
The Four Levels
The Canopy (top level): The brightest layer, home to colourful tropical birds and playful monkeys.
The Midstory (middle level): A shaded layer of large-leafed plants and reptiles, where sloths often nap in quiet corners.
The Forest Floor (lower level): Reptiles, insects, and nocturnal creatures, with a look at how animals survive in dark, humid conditions.
The Flooded Forest (sub-level): An underwater finale with a giant aquarium of tropical fish, including red-bellied piranhas.
Wildlife Encounters
Step into the animals' habitats with expert guides in sessions lasting about 20 to 30 minutes.
Sloth encounter: Meet one of the world's slowest mammals.
Bird encounter: Interact with colourful birds and help with feeding.
Sugar glider encounter: Discover these tiny nocturnal gliders.
Reptile encounter: Snakes, lizards, and more.
Anteater and armadillo encounters: Meet the forest's insect eaters.
Echidna and porcupine encounters: Learn about the spiky residents.
Encounters often sell out, so book at least 48 hours ahead.
Special Experiences
Zookeeper for a Day: Spend 3 to 5 hours with the animal care team, preparing diets, feeding animals, and learning how the ecosystem is maintained.
Exclusive Night Tour with Meal: See the rainforest after dark with a guided tour and a themed dinner.
Night Tour with Iftar (Ramadan special): Break your fast beneath the canopy and tour the nocturnal residents.
Experiences for Kids
Daily animal talks: Children can ask questions and learn how the animals are cared for.
Junior Zookeeper Programme: Hands-on fun that shows what a zookeeper does.
School field trips: Guided programmes for ages 3 to 14 on biodiversity, conservation, and the water cycle, led by expert biologists.
Food and Drink
Enjoy coffee, drinks, and light snacks at the Green Planet Café near the entrance, or choose from the many restaurants around City Walk. Venues are also available for birthdays and corporate events.
By car or taxi: City Walk is a short drive from Jumeirah, around 5 minutes.
By metro: The nearest station is Dubai Mall Metro Station, followed by a walk or short ride to City Walk.
By bus: Take routes 7, 28, or 81 to the Dubai Petroleum Corporation stop, then walk about 10 minutes. Route C14 stops at City Walk Gate 2, a 5-minute walk from the entrance.
The Green Planet is open all year. To make the most of your visit:
Go on a weekday morning to avoid crowds.
Avoid school holiday rush hours.
Visit early if you have booked an animal encounter, and plan around feeding sessions.
Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Optional hotel transfers
Group and family packages
It's an indoor rainforest biodome in City Walk with more than 3,000 species of birds, plants, and animals, spread across four levels.
Adult tickets are around AED 120 to 160, and child tickets (ages 2–10) are around AED 100 to 130. Prices vary by season and experience, so contact us to confirm current rates. Our packages start from AED 145.
Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for the standard visit, longer if you add animal encounters or other experiences.
It's in City Walk, Dubai, about a 5-minute drive from Jumeirah.
Yes. It's popular with families, and there are animal talks, a Junior Zookeeper Programme, and school programmes designed for children.
No. Encounters are add-ons with limited daily spots. Book at least 48 hours ahead.
Weekday mornings are usually quietest. Avoid school holiday rush hours.
Yes. The Green Planet Café near the entrance serves coffee, drinks, and light snacks, and City Walk has many restaurants.
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