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How to get to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey in Dubai

Where is Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey located?

Address: Dubai Festival City Mall, Level 2, North Entrance, Festival Boulevard, Al Kheeran, Dubai, UAE

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Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey is situated inside Dubai Festival City Mall — a major retail and entertainment complex on the eastern bank of Dubai Creek, in the Al Kheeran neighbourhood. The mall is approximately 10 km from Downtown Dubai, 5 km from Dubai International Airport, and 15 km from Dubai Marina.

Within the mall: Level 2, North Entrance — nearest to Hard Rock Cafe and Marks & Spencer

Closest landmark: IKEA Dubai Festival City — 4-min walk

Getting to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey by public transport

All journey times below are estimated from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Metro Station) as a common starting point.

By metro

Travel time: Approx. 20–25 mins from Downtown Dubai to Creek Metro Station, then a 9-min walk to the mall

Closest metro station: Creek Metro Station, Green Line (terminus) — 9-min walk to the mall's North Entrance

Metro timings: Monday–Thursday & Saturday 5am – 12am; Friday 10am – 1am; Sunday 8am – 12am

Green Line to Creek Metro Station (best for pedestrians): Take the Green Line to Creek Metro Station (terminus stop). Exit via Exit 1 and follow pedestrian signage toward Dubai Festival City Mall. Walk 9 mins to the mall's North Entrance on Level 2. The experience is located near Hard Rock Cafe and Marks & Spencer.

Red Line to Emirates Metro Station, then bus or taxi: Take the Red Line and alight at Emirates Metro Station. Board bus F08 toward Dubai Festival City, or take a taxi (7–8-min ride). Alight at Dubai Festival City, Marks & Spencer – 01 bus stop — 5-min walk to the North Entrance.

Travel time: 20–35 mins from central Dubai, depending on the boarding point and route

Closest bus stop: Dubai Festival City, Marks & Spencer – 01 — 5-min walk to the mall's North Entrance

Bus timings: First service from approx. 4:55am; last service until approx. 1:10am (varies by route)

The following RTA bus routes serve Dubai Festival City Mall:

  • Route 44: Departs from Centrepoint (Rashidiya) Metro Station. Direct service to Dubai Festival City.
  • Route 53: Runs from Gold Souq in Deira via Deira City Centre and International City.
  • Route F08: Feeder bus from Emirates Metro Station (Red Line) to Dubai Festival City — connects the Red Line to the mall.
  • Route 24: Connects Al Rashidiya and surrounding areas to Dubai Festival City.
  • Route 32C: Operates from Rashidiya Metro Station area to Dubai Festival City.

Travel time: Approx. 10–15 mins on water from Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station to Dubai Festival City Marine Transport Station

Boarding point: Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station — 9-min walk from Creek Metro Station (Green Line)

Arrival point: Dubai Festival City Marine Transport Station — 13-min walk to the mall's North Entrance

Ferry routes: BM2 and CR11 serve the Dubai Festival City area

The water taxi offers a scenic route along Dubai Creek and connects directly from the area around Creek Metro Station. Walk from Creek Metro Station to Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station (9 mins), board the ferry, and disembark at Dubai Festival City Marine Transport Station.

Note: Water taxi fares are payable via Nol Card. Check current RTA schedules before travelling as service times vary by day and season.

Travel time: 10–15 mins from Downtown Dubai; 5–7 mins from Dubai International Airport (traffic dependent)

Drop-off point: Dubai Festival City Mall, North Entrance (near Hard Rock Cafe) — ask your driver to use this specific entrance

Uber and Careem operate throughout Dubai and can be booked in-app. RTA Dubai Taxis are available on the road and via the S'hail app or the RTA taxi booking line. Designated taxi drop-off and pick-up bays are at the mall's main entrances.

  • RTA Taxi meter: Starts at AED 5 (6am – 10pm) and AED 5.50 (10pm – 6am), plus AED 2.14 per km.
  • Wheelchair-accessible taxis: Can be requested via the RTA call centre or the Careem app.

Getting to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey by car

Travel time: 10–15 mins from Downtown Dubai; 5–7 mins from Dubai International Airport (traffic dependent)

Distance: Approx. 10 km from Downtown Dubai

Peak traffic hours: 8:00–10:00 AM and 5:00–7:30 PM on weekdays — allow extra time during these windows

From Downtown Dubai / Sheikh Zayed Road:

  • Take Sheikh Zayed Road northbound and exit at Exit 58 onto Al Garhoud Bridge.
  • Follow signs for Dubai Festival City / Al Garhoud.
  • Continue onto Festival Boulevard and follow parking signs to North Parking.

From Al Khail Road / Business Bay:

  • Take Al Khail Road and exit toward Al Jaddaf.
  • Cross via Business Bay Crossing and follow signs toward Dubai Festival City.
  • Turn onto Festival Boulevard and follow signs to North Parking.

From Sharjah / Al Rashidiya:

  • Take Emirates Road or Rebat Street directly toward Dubai Festival City.
  • Follow signs for Dubai Festival City Mall and turn into North Parking.

On-site parking: Available — free all day, every day. No time restrictions and no charges at any time.

Nearest zone to the experience: North Parking, B1 or B2, Entrance 1 — closest to the Level 2 North Entrance where the experience is located

The mall has several parking zones around its perimeter. North Parking (B1/B2, Entrance 1) is specifically the closest zone to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey, cutting the walk from car to venue to under 5 minutes via the mall lifts.

People of Determination: Dedicated parking bays for visitors with disabilities are available near the main mall entrances. Wheelchair collection stations are in the basement parking lobbies, at the VIP entrance, on the ground floor (IKEA side), and on the mezzanine floor.

Accessibility

Dubai Festival City Mall and the Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey venue are both wheelchair accessible. All transport modes described on this page have accessible provisions.

Metro: Lifts available at Creek Metro Station (Green Line). Dedicated wheelchair spaces inside metro carriages. All metro stations have ramps for boarding.

Bus: RTA buses on routes 44, 53, F08, 24, and 32C are equipped with built-in boarding ramps and designated wheelchair areas.

Taxi: Wheelchair-accessible taxis can be requested via the RTA or Careem app. Standard taxis also available.

Driving & parking: Dedicated parking bays for People of Determination near all main mall entrances. No extra charge.

Mall entrance: All entrances are step-free. Ramps and lifts at all entry points. Complimentary wheelchair collection at basement parking lobbies, VIP entrance, ground floor (IKEA side), and mezzanine floor.

Experience venue: The Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey venue is confirmed wheelchair accessible — level surfaces and wide corridors throughout all zones.

Compare your travel options

Mode of transportTravel timeEstimated costBest forDirections

🚇Metro (Green Line)

20–25 mins

AED 3–7.50 (Nol Card)

Budget travel; avoids traffic

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🚌Bus (Routes 44, 53, F08, 24, 32C)

20–35 mins

AED 3–7.50 (Nol Card)

Connecting from the metro stations or Deira

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🚤Water taxi / Abra (BM2, CR11)

10–15 mins on water

AED 2 per stop (Nol Card)

Scenic Creek route; relaxed evenings

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🚕Taxi / ride-hailing (Uber, Careem, RTA)

10–15 mins

AED 20–40

Families, luggage, maximum comfort

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🚗Car

10–15 mins

Fuel cost

Groups; visitors with strollers or large bags

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How to enter Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey?

Dubai Festival City Mall has several entrances. For Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey, the North Entrance on Level 2 is the most direct — it is on the same level as the experience and puts you within a short walk of the venue.

North Entrance (recommended)

Location: Level 2, near Hard Rock Cafe and Marks & Spencer

Who it's for: All visitors coming to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey

Access notes: Closest entrance to the venue. Served directly by the Dubai Festival City, Marks & Spencer – 01 bus stop (5-min walk).

North Parking (B1/B2, Entrance 1)

Location: Basement level, North Parking Zone

Who it's for: Visitors arriving by car

Access notes: Take the lift from B1 or B2 to Level 2, then walk to the North Entrance. Under 5-min walk to the venue.

Ground Floor / Festival City Entrances

Location: Multiple points around the mall perimeter (ground level)

Who it's for: Visitors arriving on foot from bus stops or the creek waterfront area

Access notes: Use escalators or lifts to reach Level 2. Allow an additional 5–8 mins to walk to the North Entrance.

Frequently asked questions about getting to Dinosaurs: The Immersive Odyssey

For visitors without a car, the Green Line metro to Creek Metro Station followed by a 9-min walk is the most straightforward option. If you are driving, North Parking B1/B2 (Entrance 1) places you closest to the experience. Families with strollers or heavy bags will find a taxi or ride-hailing service dropping at the North Entrance the most comfortable choice.

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