Motiongate Dubai is a popular theme park located in Dubai Parks and Resorts. The park is known for its various themed areas and attractions based on famous Hollywood movies and franchises. This article will walk you through all the details about the Motiongate theme park, including rides, attractions, ticket prices, and more.
- Location
- Nearby Communities
- Nearby Attractions
- Timings
- Contact Number
- Transportation
- Parking
- Tickets
- Rides & Attractions
- Restaurants
- Shops
- Hotel
- FAQ
About Motiongate Dubai
Motiongate opened its doors in 2016 to provide the residents of UAE with the ultimate Hollywood experience. It does so by offering various attractions, themed zones, roller coasters, and live shows. This entertainment destination is the perfect one for both kids and adults alike.
In addition, this theme park features some of the most significant movie studios, such as Columbia Pictures, Dreamworks Animation, Smurfs Village, and more.
Motiongate Location
This fabulous theme park is located in Dubai Parks and Resorts, on the outskirts of Dubai. It can also be reached via Sheikh Zayed Road. For more details, explore the Motiongate map below.
Nearby Communities
Motiongate Park Dubai is not within walking distance of residential communities. However, residents in Dubai can easily get there with a quick car drive. Some of these communities include:
- Jebel Ali: 16 minutes away
- Dubai Marina: 22 minutes away
- Dubai Investment Park: 22 minutes away
- Green Community: 23 minutes away
- Jumeirah Beach Residence: 24 minutes away
- Palm Jumeirah: 25 minutes away
- Damac Hills: 27 minutes away
Nearby Attractions
Additionally, a perk of being a part of Dubai Parks and Resorts is having close proximity to various other attractions. This includes other theme parks and hotels as well. Also, you will find nearby venues to shop and dine. Such as:
- Dubai Outlet Village: 6 minutes away
- Ibn Battuta Mall: 18 minutes away
- Nakheel Mall: 23 minutes away
- Al Sufouh Beach: 24 minutes away
- Dubai Miracle Garden: 26 minutes away
Attractions at Dubai Parks and Resorts Motiongate
Dubai Parks and Resorts is an entertainment world itself where you can find endless activities. The other attractions found there alongside Motiongate include:
- Riverland: 2 minutes away
- Rajmahal Theatre: 3 minutes away
- Neon Galaxy: 3 minutes away
- Wheel of Stars: 3 minutes away
- Legoland: 8 minutes away
Motiongate Timings
Motiongate opening hours differ depending on seasons, special events, and other factors. During the winter season, the park’s opening hours are as follows:
- 11:00 am – 8:00 pm (Sunday – Thursday)
- 11:00 am – 9:00 pm (Friday – Saturday)
Motiongate Contact Number
Whether you are in the UAE or still planning for your travel, you can contact Motiongate from anywhere! It’s up to you to call or to simply send an email on the following:
- 800 2629464
- +971 4 820 0000
- amazingservice@motiongatedubai.com
Transportation
It’s common for internal transportation in Dubai to be facilitated. It’s your choice to go by metro, bus, taxi, or a car lift like Uber to reach your destination at Motiongate. As for paying, you can always use a Nol Card to pay for public buses, which you will need to reach Dubai Parks and Resorts. See below the route to Motiongate in detail:
- Start your trip at Dubai Metro Red Line, then to Jebel Ali.
- Reach Ibn Battuta Metro station, which is 17 minutes away.
- Take a taxi, order a car lift, or take the RTA Shuttle Bus to reach Riverland French Village and the arrivals plaza.
Motiongate Parking
Dubai Parks and Resorts offers spacious parking that can accommodate a great number of cars. There are different types of parking, and each has a specific fare.
- Visitor parking: free
- Valet at P1 parking: AED 120
- Annual pass holders: free
Motiongate Tickets
The prices of Motiongate Dubai tickets differ based on the type, pass duration, and age. Explore below the ticket prices as well as the annual passes and their benefits.
- Day ticket: AED 330
- Dubai Parks and Resorts- 2 Park day tickets: AED 355
- Silver Annual Pass:
- Price: AED 495
- Includes:
- 10% off on food & beverage and retail outlets
- 20% off on in-park photos
- Access on Blackout Days for only AED 50 per day at Motiongate
- 10% off on tickets and food & beverage venues at Roxy Cinema – 6 transactions per day
- Gold Annual Pass:
- Price: AED 595
- Includes:
- 50% off on Q-fast
- 50% off on valet discount at Dubai Parks and Resorts
- 20% off on park tickets for friends and family – up to 10 tickets
- 50% discount on Sports Bottle
- 15% discount on additional food & beverage
- 15% off on tickets and food & beverage at Roxy Cinema – up to 6 transactions per day
- 20% off on tickets at the Green Planet – up to 6 transactions per day
- 30% off on in-park photos
- 20% off on tickets at Laguna Water Park – up to 6 transactions per day
- Platinum Annual Pass:
- Price: AED 795
- Includes:
- 20% off on Laguna Water Park ticket – 6 transactions per day
- 15% off on tickets Roxy Cinema – 6 transactions per day
- 30% off on 1-Day tickets for friends & family
- 20% off on tickets at the Green Planet – 6 transactions per day
- 50% off on valet discount in Dubai Parks and Resorts
Motiongate Rides & Attractions
If you are seeking an adrenaline rush, then you will find more than one Motiongate roller coaster, which is extremely thrilling. On the other hand, if you are seeking a fun ride for kids, you will find several as well. Also, you will find frightening rides, water rides, live shows, and much more. Explore the Motiongate Dubai rides list below based on each zone within the theme park, along with the minimum required height.
- Columbia Pictures
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs – 105 CM
- Zombieland Blast Off – 130 CM
- Green Hornet Motiongate – 105 CM
- Ghostbusters: Battle of New York – 90 CM
- Hotel Transylvania – 90 CM
- Underworld 4D
- Hotel Transylvania Meet & Greet
- Flint’s Imagination Lab
- Smurf Village Motiongate
- Smurf Village Express – 100 CM
- Smurf Studio Tours – 90 CM
- The Smurfs Meet & Greet
- Smurfberry Factory
- Woodland Play Park
- Dreamworks Motiongate
- Madagascar Pursuit – 125 CM to 195 CM
- Dragon Gliders – 100 CM to 195 CM
- Kung Fu Panda Academy
- Swamp Celebration – 105 CM
- Melman Go Round – 90 CM
- Mr. Ping’s Noodle Fling – 90 CM
- Penguin Air – 90 CM
- The Swinging Viking – 105 CM
- Shrek Meet & Greet
- Po Meet & Greet
- Madagascar Meet & Greet
- King Julien Sideshows Stomp
- Shrek’s Merry Fairy Tale Journey – 90 CM
- Lionsgate
- John Wick: Open Contract – 125 CM to 195 CM
- Now You See Me – 125 CM to 195 CM
- Capitol Bullet Train Motiongate – 130 CM to 195 CM
- Panem Aerial Tour
- Effie Meet & Greet
In addition, there are various other attractions to explore across Motiongate. They include:
- Riverland Dubai
- Hollywood Theatre
- Studio Central
Motiongate Restaurants
At Motiongate Dubai, visitors can explore around 7 dining venues. All of which have distinguished and special themes. Moreover, all offer delicious meals – so you can pick where to eat based on what interior you would like to enjoy!
- Slimer’s Diner
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Very Smurfy Cafe
- Zone: Smurfs Village
- King Julien’s Side Show Café
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Supporting Rolls Bakery
- Zone: Studio Central
- Mr. Ping’s Noodle Shop
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Baby Brent’s Luncheonette
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Dragon Flame Grill
- Zone: Dreamworks
Shops
In addition, you will find shops from Motiongate entrance to its very end. These shops are perfect for sweet treats, special gifts, and unique souvenirs. Also, you can print your Motiongate Dubai photos at some of them with special picture frames so you can always remember this amazing experience.
- Daily Variety Store
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Sweet Sweet Nothings
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Lens Fair
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Studio Store
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Creature Comforts
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Ghostly Gifts
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Smurfs Studios Store
- Zone: Smurfs Village
- Shrek Shack
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Hiccup’s Workshop
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Big Top Treasures
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Dragon Warrior Shrine & Gift Shop
- Zone: Dreamworks
- Panem Supply Co.
- Zone: Lionsgate
- Tim And Son’s Bait Shop
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
- Silver Screen Sundries
- Zone: Columbia Pictures
Motiongate Hotel
Motiongate does not have a designated hotel like Legoland Dubai. However, there are various hotels within Dubai Parks and Resorts. Such as:
- Lapita Resorts
- Rove at the Park Hotel
- Legoland Hotel
- JA The Resort
- Avani Palm View Dubai Hotels and Suites
FAQ
Yes, they do. Birthday packages include unlimited access to rides, attractions, cake-cutting ceremonies, and character meet & greets.
Yes, it does, as it offers entertainment and educational activities.
They are mostly horror shows like the Tale Weaver’s Nightmare Emporium and the Haunted Graveyard.
Choosing between IMG Worlds of Adventure and Motiongate depends on your interests. If you’re all about indoor thrills and beloved cartoon characters, then IMG is your go-to. But if you’re a fan of stepping into the vibes of Hollywood’s biggest movies, we suggest you go for Motiongate as it offers this unforgettable experience.
The entry ticket for a single day starts at AED 175 for residents and AED 245 for non-residents. If you’re looking for year-round fun, consider their annual pass, starting at AED 345.
Motiongate Dubai is a paradise for those seeking excitement and movie magic. It’s home to exciting rides like The Hunger Games’ Capitol Bullet Train and other captivating attractions such as Kung Fu Panda.
To sum up, Motiongate Dubai is a fabulous destination to interact with your favorite movie characters and set-ups. It is a great destination for children and adults to have a memorable time. Additionally, make sure to explore Property Finder blog for more guides.
