As the weather turns cooler and Dubai gears up for a magical winter season, there’s no better time to step into a world where creativity, culture and innovation come alive. Expo City Dubai has transformed into one of the city’s most vibrant must-visit destinations — and now, you can explore it like never before with the attraction pass from Klook.
If you haven't heard about it before, Expo City Dubai is a future-centric hub inspired by the legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai—the first world expo hosted in the Middle East region. The mini city stands on the spirit of innovation, progress, and collaboration, featuring cultural spaces and unique leisure activities that continue attracting tourists worldwide.
Welcome to a place where architecture meets imagination, where immersive pavilions spark curiosity, and where every corner invites you to learn, play and dream bigger.
What Awaits at Expo City Dubai
Terra – The Best Way to Be Inspired by Nature
The building's iconic architecture includes a 120-metre-wide canopy and 18 Energy Trees
Step inside Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion and go on an immersive journey through the forest’s roots and the ocean’s depths.
Inside Terra
Discover how humanity’s choices impact the environment — and learn practical skills to help protect our planet for generations to come.
Designed to be engaging, playful and reflective, this pavilion is perfect for visitors of all ages including
- Children curious about the natural world
- Families seeking meaningful educational experiences
- Travelers inspired by sustainability
Terra takes you on an emotional journey to understand the impact of human life on the environment and empower to build a brighter future.
Terra is LEED Certified and designed to be net zero in energy and water. The building's iconic architecture includes a 120-metre-wide canopy and 18 Energy Trees which help generate 4GWh of alternative energy per year.
- Operating hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Nearby dining: Pxb Café
Alif – The Best Way to Travel Through Time
Prepare to spark your sense of wonder. Alif – The Mobility Pavilion takes you on a thrilling journey through space, time and human progress.
Explore everything from:
- Awe-inspiring giants of Arab civilization
- Mobility-driven innovations throughout history
- To the pioneering Emirates Mars Mission and AI shaping our future
This is your gateway to understanding how movement — of people, ideas, and technology — transforms societies.
Details:
- Operating hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Nearby dining: Vietnamese Foodies
Vision Pavilion – A Journey Through Dubai’s Transformation
Follow the incredible transformation of Dubai into a modern global metropolis.
The Vision Pavilion celebrates the insights, values and leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The Vision Pavilion narrates the evolution of Dubai, through:
- Stunning visual displays
- Immersive storytelling
- Personal anecdotes narrating Dubai’s rise
It’s an inspiring tribute to ambition, resilience and visionary thinking.
Details:
- Operating hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Nearby dining options: Grand Beirut, Choy Restaurant, Wofl, Alkebulan Food Hall
Complete Your Experience with the Expo City Attractions Pass
For the best value, opt for the Attractions Pass, which gives you full-day access to the most exciting Expo City Dubai venues.
It’s the perfect way to explore multiple pavilions at your own pace — ideal for families, culture lovers and curious travelers.
Other Must-visit Attractions in Expo City Dubai
Al Wasl Plaza
In Dubai, Expo City has in its heart the Al Wasl Plaza, a breathtaking architectural creation. Named after the Arabic word for connection, Inside this massive steel trellis dome structure, you'll find the largest 360-degree projection surface in the world, which illuminates the night with one-of-a-kind light projection shows.
The Al Wasl Plaza dome transforms into a state-of-the-art projection screen. Credit: Klook
Al Wasl Plaza was home to the biggest events held in Expo 2020 including the opening and closing ceremonies and live concerns by celebrities like Alicia Keys, Coldplay and Kadim Al Saher
Taqa Island
Located within Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion, Taga Island is the ultimate wonderland for young explorers. Designed especially for children, this colourful and imaginative play zone blends science, technology, art, music and sculpture into one dynamic space.
Inspired by the Arabic word “Taga”, meaning energy, the island reacts to kids’ movements, creating an interactive environment that sparks curiosity and fuels creativity. Every corner is built to encourage problem-solving, collaboration, environmental awareness and active, joyful play.
It’s an uplifting space where children learn how their actions can help keep our shared planet healthy and happy — all while having serious fun.
Note: All children visiting Taga Island must be accompanied and supervised by their parents at all times.
Tickets
- Included in the Terra Child Ticket
- Height requirement: 90 cm to 145 cm (approx. ages 2 to 12)
Operational Timings
- Saturdays & Sundays only - 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Getting to Expo City Dubai
Located conveniently within the UAE, Expo City Dubai is accessible via multiple modes of transportation.
- By Train/Metro - The fastest and most sustainable way to Expo City is to take the Dubai Metro Red Line, which has a direct extension to the expo site.
- By Taxi - Plenty of taxis are available at your convenience in Dubai. You can book a ride by phone or download car-hailing apps like Careem, Uber, or S'hail.
- By car - If you're driving, you can find Expo City at Expo Road (E77), off Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan al Nahyan Street (D54). Just follow the road signs for Opportunity and Sustainability Parking, which will lead you to 15,000 parking spaces.
