How to get to Dubai Parks?

Dubai Parks & Resorts (including Motiongate) is located on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), about 40 minutes from Downtown Dubai. Drive or take a taxi (AED 80-100 from Downtown). Bus 104 from Ibn Battuta Metro station.

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Q: How much is Motiongate Dubai?

Motiongate Dubai tickets cost AED 295 for adults and AED 245 for children aged 3-11. Children under 3 enter free. Online booking saves 10-15%.

Q: What zones are at Motiongate Dubai?

Motiongate Dubai has three main zones: Sony Pictures (Ghostbusters, Hotel Transylvania), Lionsgate (Hunger Games, Now You See Me), and DreamWorks (Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda).

Q: Is Motiongate Dubai worth it?

Yes, especially for fans of the film franchises — the themed zones, ride quality, and show production values are excellent. Weekday visits offer short queues. Online tickets save money and skip the gate queue.

Q: How long do you need at Motiongate?

Allow 5-8 hours for a full visit. The park has 27+ attractions spread across three zones. Weekday visits in winter season allow you to cover everything; weekend visits in peak season may require prioritising your favourite zones.

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Motiongate Zones & Top Rides

Sony Pictures

Ghostbusters Battle for New York (VR ride)
Hotel Transylvania Live Show
Spider-Man walk-through experience
Open Zone — multiple attractions

Lionsgate

Hunger Games — Capitol Bullet Train ride
Now You See Me — 4D magic show
Divergent Dauntless Freefall ride
Step Up dance experience

DreamWorks

Shrek's Merry Fairy Tale Journey
How to Train Your Dragon — Flight Academy
Kung Fu Panda — Emperor's Challenge
Madagascar Mad Pursuit coaster

Ticket Type	Cost	Notes
Adult (12+)	AED 295	Buy online for 10-15% off
Child (3-11)	AED 245	Must be 1.05m+ for some rides
Child (under 3)	Free	With paying adult
Annual Pass	AED 495	All Dubai Parks

Best tip: Visit on a weekday (Monday-Thursday) and buy tickets online. Queues in winter peak season can be 30-60 minutes at popular rides on weekends. Arrive when gates open (usually 11am) for the shortest waits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Motiongate Dubai?

Adult tickets (12+) cost AED 295 and children (3-11) pay AED 245. Under 3 enter free. Buy online at dubaiparks.com for 10-15% off and to avoid the gate queue. Single-day tickets are the most common purchase.

What zones are at Motiongate Dubai?

Three main zones: Sony Pictures (Ghostbusters, Hotel Transylvania), Lionsgate (Hunger Games, Divergent), and DreamWorks (Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar). 27+ rides, shows, and attractions total.

Is Motiongate Dubai worth it?

Yes — especially for Hollywood film fans and families with children 8+. The themed zones are well-executed, ride quality is excellent, and the park is mostly indoor with full air conditioning. AED 295 for a full day of rides is reasonable value by international theme park standards.

How to get to Motiongate Dubai?

Dubai Parks & Resorts is on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), 35-40 minutes from Downtown Dubai. Taxi AED 80-100. Drive with free parking on site. Bus 104 runs from Ibn Battuta Metro station. Follow signs for Dubai Parks & Resorts from E311.

How long do you need at Motiongate?

5-8 hours for a full visit covering all 27+ attractions. Weekday winter visits allow you to ride everything with minimal queuing. Weekend peak season (December-February) may require 8 hours and prioritising favourite zones. Buy FastTrack passes (AED 100-200) to skip queues on busy days.