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AYA Universe Experience

4.7

(22033)

Free Cancellation

Free Entry for Children

No Hidden Fees

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The world's most Instagrammable escape. More than a venue. It's a universe.

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What Visitors Say

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Voyager Vistas

September, 2026

5.0

Immersive light show that you can be in the middle of! A spectacular treat! The Aya Universe is a sanctuary from the heat of Dubai. It calls itself a different universe with different worlds to experience. Each "world" is a room with its own light show experience with a couple of variations. You can walk through the rooms as the light show happens around you. The rooms Tides, Harmonia, Luna and Flora were the most interesting to me. Harmonia keeps you in the middle of a dazzling light show with music at intervals and its the feeling of being in a high energy night club! Flora is like an enchanted forest with the "trees" and "shrubs" changing color every now and then. Lightning flashes around the forest periodically adding to the excitement. The other rooms are also interesting and may offer different feels to different folks. Celestia is a pool of glowing orbs through which you can wade or "swim".. this may appeal to children! In short this is a very interesting and visually stimulating experience with lots of opportunities for interesting selfies!

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Nduta Kagacha

April, 2026

5.0

We had such an amazing experience! Our tour guide and content creator, Monica, was absolutely the best. She took the most incredible pictures and her explanations were so engaging and informative—it really made the whole experience come alive. From the moment we arrived at reception, the service was excellent. Everything had a real “wow” factor and was so well organized. The entire experience felt very therapeutic, almost like healing our inner child. My friend and I had the best time and created such beautiful memories. Highly recommend!

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Aisha Saif

August, 2026

5.0

Had a really nice experience at AYA Universe in Dubai! ✨ The whole place was beautiful, fun, and very unique. I especially loved the ball pit room because it’s open for everyone to enjoy, not just kids. We’re usually used to ball pit areas being only for children, so it was really nice to see that everyone can have fun and enjoy it here. Definitely a fun place to visit, and I’d recommend it! 🤍

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Aarannya Jay

July, 2026

5.0

This place provides a great experience beginning to end. They have different spaces that give different experiences. It’s wholesome as you’d find places to relax and also have great fun. Family friendly and great for both kids and adults. It’s a safe place and the staff are really supportive. They ensure to give you the best experience and you shall get cool pictures and videos too (feel free to ask the employees - they take really good videos).

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Charizza

August, 2026

5.0

Aya Universe was such a unique and immersive experience. Each room had its own creative theme with beautiful lights, colors, and interactive displays that made exploring really fun. The staff were welcoming and helpful throughout our visit. It’s a great place to visit with family or friends, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something different to do in Dubai.

Highlights

  • Enter AYA Universe: Where technology & fantasy create stunning new worlds

  • Explore 12 unique, interactive zones like starry Celestia & the tranquil Tides

  • Marvel at Flora's giant luminous trees & The Source's vibrant, glowing life-sphere

  • Jump through The Falls' reverse waterfall & witness Harmonia's light & sound spectacle

 

Aya Museum General admission

  • Children under 3 years old enter for free. Collect their complimentary ticket at the Customer Service desk on arrival.

Things to Bring

  • Valid ID or passport
  • Socks for the Ball Pit

Not Permitted

  • Re-entry after exit
  • Unaccompanied Minors

Before You Visit

  • People of Determination: free entry + 1 free caregiver ticket (available on-site with ID)
  • All children must be accompanied by a paying adult (18+)
  • Ball Pit: only for visitors 1m and above, socks required, children must be supervised
  • AYA uses flashing lights, loud noises and dark spaces, and may not be suitable for guests with photosensitivity or epilepsy
  • Last entry is 1 hour before closing

The Zones of AYA Universe

  • Aurora: Begin your journey controlling storms of light and sound with gestures.
  • The Source: Touch glowing crystals in a mystical chamber to see a new universe bloom.
  • Drift: Lie back on a vibrating hillside and watch a lush, otherworldly landscape float by.
  • Outland: Wander shimmering passages and meet the mysterious new avatars of this universe.
  • The Pool: Stare into a swirling, hypnotic vortex of colour that acts as an endless portal.
  • The River: Follow a shimmering river of light that reacts to your every step with new colours.
  • The Falls: Witness a gravity-defying waterfall that flows upwards from the floor to ceiling.
  • Celestia: Command the cosmos as your movements trigger projections of stars.
  • Flora: Explore an alien, bioluminescent garden where creatures of light react to you.
  • Tides: Step into an infinite mirrored room where towering LED totems tell a story of light.
  • Luna: Interact with a giant, floating moon that casts ethereal shadows across the room.
  • Harmonia: Enter a mirrored infinity room for a three-minute robotic light show.

Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, cancellation needs to be done 24 hours in advance.

  • Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last Entry 9:00 PM), Friday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Last Entry 11:00 PM)

  • Opening Days: Daily

  • Accessibility: Wheelchair Available

Location

  • AYA Universe is located on the first floor of WAFI City Mall, Oud Metha Road, Umm Hurair 2, Dubai.

By Car

  • You may park on-location using Carrefour Parking, or use the WAFI valet parking service at the main entrance for a small fee.

Public Transportation

  • The Metro Green line stops at Dubai Healthcare City Station which is a 6 min walk to WAFI City.
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From 135.00 AED / Per Ticket

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For a full refund, cancellation needs to be done 24 hours in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

A ticket costs AED 135 per person for everyone aged 3 and over. It covers all 12 zones, with nothing extra to pay inside. Children under 3 go in free with a complimentary ticket, which you collect at the customer service desk when you arrive.

Yes, children under 3 enter free. Pick up their complimentary ticket at the customer service desk on arrival, because everyone needs a ticket to go in, including free entries. Up to two free child tickets are issued per paid ticket, and every child must be with a paying adult aged 18 or over.

Yes. People of Determination enter free, and one caregiver also receives a free ticket. Both are issued at the customer service desk on arrival rather than online, so bring proof of eligibility or ID with you. The whole venue is wheelchair accessible.

AYA Universe opens daily at 10:00 AM. It closes at 10:00 PM from Sunday to Thursday and at midnight on Friday and Saturday. Last entry is one hour before closing, so 9:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 PM at the weekend. Entry is by timed slot, so you pick your time when you book.

AYA Universe is on the first floor of Wafi City mall, in the main atrium. The address is Level One, Main Atrium, Wafi City, Oud Metha Road, Umm Hurair 2, Dubai. Take the escalators in the main atrium up one level and the entrance is in front of you.

Take the Green Line to Dubai Healthcare City station. From there it is a six minute walk to Wafi City. If you are travelling on the Red Line, change to the Green Line at BurJuman or Union station.

Yes. Wafi City has more than 2,500 covered parking spaces, with designated bays for People of Determination. You can park in the Carrefour car park or use the valet service at the mall's main entrance for a small fee. There is no overnight parking and no electric vehicle charging.

The 12 zones are The Source, Drift, Outland, Luna, Celestia, Aurora, The Pool, The River, The Falls, Tides, Flora and Harmonia. Each has its own theme, from a sea of glowing orbs in Celestia to a waterfall that defies gravity in The Falls. The ball pit needs socks and a minimum height of 1 metre, so bring socks.

Most people spend 60 to 90 minutes going through the 12 zones. Your ticket gives you a two-hour window, which is plenty of time to see everything and take photos without rushing. Entry is by timed slot, so arrive for the time you booked.

Yes, you can take photos and videos anywhere inside, as long as you do not use flash. Professional photography is not permitted. The zones are shared spaces, so be mindful of other guests when you are filming.

No. Only sealed water bottles are allowed inside. Other food and drinks stay outside, and re-entry is not offered as standard, although staff may allow it if capacity permits. Eat before you go in, or plan a meal in Wafi City afterwards.

AYA Universe uses bright flashing and strobing lights, loud noises and dark spaces throughout. It may not be suitable if you have photosensitive epilepsy or are sensitive to these conditions. If that applies to you or someone in your group, think carefully before booking.

Yes. The whole experience is indoors and air-conditioned inside Wafi City mall, so it works well in summer or on a rainy day. Allow around 90 minutes, then the mall's cafes and shops are right outside. For more ideas, see indoor attractions in Dubai.

Yes. Children under 3 enter free with a complimentary ticket from the customer service desk. Children under 12 must stay with an adult aged 18 or over who holds a valid ticket. The ball pit is only for children 1 metre or taller, wearing socks. Expect flashing lights and loud noises in some zones.

Yes, AYA Universe is wheelchair accessible throughout, and Wafi City has designated parking bays for People of Determination. People of Determination enter free, with a free ticket for one caregiver. Both tickets are issued at the customer service desk on arrival, with proof of eligibility.

Yes, book ahead. Entry is by timed slot and the venue caps the number of guests inside at any one time, so availability on the day is not guaranteed. Choose your date and time when you book, and arrive a few minutes before your slot. If your plans change, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your visit.

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