Enjoy a meal, bird-watch and take a stroll through nature with your family at Mushrif National Park. There are plenty of barbecue areas, picnic spots and restaurants on site. And if you’re looking to get some exercise, there are sports facilities like swimming pools, bicycle tracks, mountain biking trails and a football field, among others, to take advantage of.

Step into nature-themed fun at Aventura Parks, Dubai’s largest zip line park and most popular outdoor high ropes course at Mushrif Park in the Mirdif neighbourhood. Situated amid a forest of Ghaf trees, thrill-seekers can choose from over 80 exciting challenges available for different ages and difficulty levels. There are six circuits spread across different tiers, from the ground to higher up in the trees. Aventura is just one of seven international tree-top parks by Aventura Amazonia, and there's over 35,000sqm of space for you to unleash your inner adventurer.

Zabeel Park is one of the first technology-driven parks in the Gulf, and one of the largest parks in Dubai. Home to Dubai Frame, this tranquil spot is equivalent in size to 45 football fields and is located in the centre of the city. It is popular for a children's amusement complex and expansive 'edutainment' centre. Explore three different zones to find a vast array of activities for yourself and your family.

Dubai's Quranic Park offers wonderful insight into the miracles of the Holy Quran, enhancing awareness of the Islamic values of peace, love and tolerance. Free to enter for all, there are a variety of surprises spread over the 64ha park. Discover the different plants mentioned in the holy book, or simply take in the lush greens of the gardens on show.