If you live in the UAE, your Emirates ID is basically a backstage pass to the city. From skyline views at the Burj Khalifa to half-price dinners on the Marina, Dubai’s biggest attractions and restaurants are rolling out exclusive resident discounts this summer. Here’s your roundup of the best deals to bookmark before they expire.
Iconic Views & Attractions
Burj Khalifa – AED 99 Silver Ticket Skip the tourist price. UAE residents can access Levels 124 and 125 of the world’s tallest building for just AED 99 using promo code SAVE100. Valid until 31 August 2026 — original Emirates ID required.
Sky Views Observatory – AED 59 for Residents Prefer glass walks and slides to elevators? Sky Views Observatory in Downtown Dubai offers residents entry from AED 59 with promo code SAVE30, including the Observatory, Glass Walk, and Glass Slide. Valid until 31 August 2026.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo – 40% Off Silver Tickets Family day sorted. Get 40% off Silver Tickets (AED 120) covering the Aquarium Tunnel, Underwater Zoo, and Penguin Cove. Valid until 31 August 2026, Emirates ID required.
Aquaventure World – Buy 1 Day, Get 1 Free Beat the heat at Atlantis The Palm’s waterpark. Buy one day pass and get a complimentary second visit free, purchasable 6 July–29 September 2026, with the second visit valid by 30 September. Resident rates require an Emirates ID.
Family Fun
KidZania Dubai – 20% Off All Tickets Let the kids play chef, pilot, or police officer for less. Use promo code SAVE20 for 20% off all tickets at Dubai Mall, valid until 31 August 2026.
Dubai Ice Rink – 20% Off Skating Sessions Escape the summer heat with 20% off skating sessions using promo code SAVE20, valid until 31 August 2026 at Dubai Mall.
PLAY DXB – Buy AED 600, Get AED 600 Free Double your gaming credit at PVRK Zone: spend AED 600 and receive AED 1,200 total credit. Great for teens and VR gaming fans. Valid until 31 August 2026, Emirates ID required.
iFLY Dubai – Save AED 45 Try indoor skydiving at the resident rate of AED 175 instead of AED 220. Online booking only; not valid Fridays or public holidays. Emirates ID required.
Rooftop & Fine Dining
Nazcaa, Address Dubai Mall Hotel – 30% Off Peruvian-Japanese fusion with Burj Khalifa views. Choose the AED 120 per person 4-course Inca’s Delight set menu, or take 30% off à la carte dining. Offers can’t be combined. Daily, 4 PM–11:45 PM.
Tattu Dubai (Ciel Dubai Marina) – 50% Off Dining Be among the first to experience Ciel Dubai Marina’s reopening soft launch with 50% off dining, 31 August–10 September, Level 74.
Felicita Dubai – 30% Off À La Carte Relaxed Italian dining on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd — 30% off the à la carte menu via the Dubai Daily Deals app (not combinable with other promotions).
Level 9, FIVE LUXE JBR (Paradiso, Ronin & Tête-à-Tête) – 30% Off Explore three concepts in one destination: Michelin-recognised Japanese at Ronin, French-Italian at Tête-à-Tête, and cocktails at Paradiso — all with 30% off à la carte, for a limited time.
Maiden Shanghai, FIVE Palm Jumeirah – 30% Off Dining Award-winning Chinese cuisine — Peking duck, A5 Wagyu, and bold Sichuan flavours — with 30% off dining, Monday to Friday. Advance booking required.
Casual & Weekly Specials
La Vue, Pullman JLT – 50% Off Food & Drinks Hoteliers Night runs every Sunday, 6 PM–midnight, with 50% off food and drinks and JLT skyline views — perfect for a relaxed catch-up with colleagues or friends.
Café Belge, The Ritz-Carlton DIFC – 40% Off Total Bill on Monday Kick off the week right with 40% off your total bill every Monday, 12 PM–1 AM, on the terrace of this classic European brasserie.
Mama Zonia, Pier 7, Dubai Marina – 30% Off Total Bill Jungle vibes meet Marina views with 30% off your total bill for UAE residents, valid throughout July and August. Bookings mandatory; not combinable with other promotions.
Amazónico Dubai, DIFC – 25% Off Saturday Brunch A luxury jungle-themed brunch every Saturday, 12 PM–4:30 PM, with 25% off for UAE residents. Valid until 31 August 2026.
Nikki Beach Dubai, Pearl – AED 175 Per Person Midweek pool day done right: every Wednesday, AED 175 gets you a sunlounger, three selected drinks, and a main dish. Emirates ID required.
The Bottom Line
Whether it’s a sunset at the Burj Khalifa, a Sunday rooftop dinner, or a splash at Aquaventure, Dubai’s resident discounts make it easy to explore the city without tourist-level prices. Most deals require an Emirates ID and run through the end of August 2026 — so it’s worth planning your next few weekends now before the offers wind down.
Terms and conditions vary by venue. Always confirm current promo codes, blackout dates, and ID requirements directly with the venue before booking.
