Aya Universe Dubai
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Visiting hours
Important information
Overview
Aya Universe Dubai: a park of light and digital art
AYA Universe is an immersive space in Dubai where light, music and interactive effects create fantastical worlds. Glowing gardens, endless mirrored halls, cosmic projections and a waterfall that seems to flow upwards surround you, rather than staying a picture on a screen. The park is made up of 12 themed zones, and each one is built differently.
People come here not only to look but to walk through the scenery: the zones are built on light, mirrors and projections, and interactive installations appear along the route. The format works both for a walk for two and for a visit with children.
What awaits you: the 12 zones of Aya Universe
The route runs through twelve spaces, from a glowing garden to mirrored rooms. Here is what the park lists among its zones:
- Flora — a walk through a glowing garden.
- Drift — a place to relax beneath projections of star-filled worlds.
- The Falls — a waterfall that creates the illusion of water flowing upwards.
- Harmonia — a light show in a mirrored space.
- Interactive installations and cosmic landscapes.
- A ball pit.
Some zones are built on mirrors and light, others on projections and interaction, so the impressions along the route do not repeat. The list also includes a ball pit — a space where you can move around.
How the visit works
Your ticket includes access to all 12 themed zones of AYA Universe. It is electronic: simply show it on your phone, there is no need to print anything.
The ticket has an open date — when booking, state your approximate visit day; the validity period is shown on the ticket itself. Transfers and meals are not included.
Opening hours and last entry
From Sunday to Thursday the park welcomes guests from 10:00 to 22:00, and on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to midnight. Last entry is one hour before closing, so for a late visit plan your time so that you can still walk the zones.
Allow around 1.5–2 hours for the visit itself: enough to go through the route of 12 zones calmly and linger where you like it most.
Good to know
- Children under 3 enter free: collect a ticket at the Customer Service desk and bring proof of age.
- Guests with disabilities and one accompanying caregiver enter free upon presentation of proof of eligibility — bring the document with you.
- Socks are required for the ball pit; the minimum height is 100 cm.
- The experience features flashing lights, loud sounds and dark spaces — please consider individual sensitivities.
- Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Getting there
AYA Universe is located at WAFI City, Level 1, Main Atrium, Dubai. The nearest metro station is Dubai Healthcare City on the Green Line, about a 6-minute walk away.
Practical tips
- Charge your phone in advance: the ticket is electronic and has to be shown on screen.
- Bring socks if you plan to go into the ball pit.
- If you are sensitive to loud sounds, flashing lights or dark spaces, discuss it with your companions before entering.
- Plan with a margin: 1.5–2 hours for the route plus travel time.
Questions and answers
Where is Aya Universe located and how do I get there?
The park is located in Dubai at WAFI City, Level 1, Main Atrium. The nearest metro station is Dubai Healthcare City on the Green Line, and the entrance is about a 6-minute walk from there.
How much time should I allow for the visit?
Plan around 1.5–2 hours to walk through all 12 zones. This is a guide to help you plan your day: the route inside the park is sequential, and you may want to linger in some zones.
What should I bring to Aya Universe?
Bring socks — they are required for the ball pit. It is also worth charging your phone in advance: the ticket is electronic and is shown on screen, and there is no need to print anything.
Can I visit with a child?
Yes, families with children visit the park. Children under 3 enter free: collect a ticket at the Customer Service desk and bring proof of age. The ball pit has a minimum height requirement of 100 cm.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
No, outside food and drinks are not permitted. Meals and transfers are not included in the ticket, so plan your meals separately from the park visit.
Are there loud sounds and flashing lights in the park?
Yes, the experience features flashing lights, loud sounds and dark spaces. If you or your companions are sensitive to light, sound or dark spaces, please keep this in mind in advance.
Is admission free for guests with disabilities?
Yes, guests with disabilities and one accompanying caregiver enter free upon presentation of proof of eligibility, so bring the document with you. It is best to sort this out before arriving at the park.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No, the ticket is electronic: simply show it on your phone. When booking, state your approximate visit day — the ticket has an open date and its validity period is shown on the ticket itself.