Zabeel Park is an urban public park located in the Zabeel district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is situated between Al Karama and the Dubai World Trade Centre. It covers much of the Al Kifaf area. It is accessible from the Red Line of Dubai Metro via the nearby Al Jafiliya Station. It is maintained by the Public Parks and Horticulture Department of Dubai Municipality.
The park is divided into numerous sectors connected by pedestrian bridges, and there are multiple entrance gates. Zabeel Park also houses the Dubai Frame, an iconic landmark in Dubai where tourists can take in breathtaking views of old and new Dubai.
Dubai Frame
The park has an area of 47.5 ha (117.375 acres). The parking area can accommodate 2,300 vehicles. The entrance fee is AED 5 per person. The recreational facilities in the park include a 2.5 km jogging track on the park perimeter, pedestrian tracks, BMX track, skateboarding park, barbecue and picnic areas, a boating lake, lakeside restaurants, ice skating, a mini cricket pitch and golfing area, shaded seating and children’s play areas.
There is also an exhibition gallery, prayer rooms, a fitness centre, and various monuments.
Dubai Garden Glow
Dubai Garden Glow is a world of imagination with a skillful blend of unique art and theme. Glow Park is lit by millions of energy saving led lights and yards of recycled luminous fabric.
Stargate at the southern end of Area A is dedicated to children. It offers an outer space-themed indoor educational and entertainment complex. Kids can easily spend several hours playing on the various attractions under its five domes that include hi-tech mazes, 3-D shows, a roller-coaster and a lunar-themed play area. Admission to Stargate is free, but there are charges for rides.
There are educational and interactive displays as well as a 3D cinema for edutainment activities. The park also has edutainment centres such as the Alternative Energy Zone, the Communication Zone, and the Techno Zone where children can learn about different innovative technologies.
Children’s City
The Dinosaur Park is another popular section of the Zabeel Park where massive life-like models of dinosaurs are on display. Children’s City offers obstacle courses, slides and much more.
