How much does Mermaids of Arabia cost?

Prices on the site in September 2026, per child: Sea Prince / Sea Princess AED 299 (30 minutes, no mermaid show); Underwater Fantasy Mermaid or Pirate AED 499; Premium Fantasy AED 799 (adds a gift set); Forever Mermaid or Pirate AED 999 (adds an affirmations album); Eternal Mermaid AED 1,199 (adds a mermaid tail to keep); Birthday Bubble Bash AED 999. Every package includes costume, photoshoot, a framed print, a USB of 12 photos and entry for one parent or guardian.

Where is it in Dubai Mall?

On the ground floor of Dubai Mall, next to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. The underwater mermaid shows take place inside the Dubai Aquarium.

What are the opening hours?

The site says it is open every day: weekdays 10AM-11PM and weekends 10AM-midnight. The site treats Friday to Sunday as the weekend for its promotions, so for a late Friday visit, check with the team when you book.

What ages is it for, and can boys join?

The packages do not give an age range. The provider's own Dubai Mall guides (November 2025) give 3-12 years as the ideal age. Boys can join: every package has a pirate version and the entry tier comes as Sea Prince. For a toddler, ask the team first.

Can we have a birthday party there?

Yes. The Birthday Bubble Bash (AED 999, one child) adds cake rental, a custom backdrop and 3 magnets to the makeover, photoshoot and mermaid show. The group Birthday Package is AED 799 per child, for a minimum of 10 guests (minimum spend AED 7,999). It lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and includes a cake, cupcakes, hair and make-up for each child, a live mermaid show, gift bags and entry for 10 adults. Enquire by WhatsApp or phone on +971 52 955 7590.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Payments are non-refundable, including for no-shows, late arrival or a child who refuses to take part. You can ask to reschedule at least 4 hours before your slot, subject to availability (terms updated March 2026).

Mermaids of Arabia: a mermaid or pirate makeover at Dubai Mall

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Mermaids of Arabia turns a child's mermaid (or pirate) dream into a real day out. It sits on the ground floor of Dubai Mall, next to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, and was started in 2017 by founder Josephine Adams. Children are dressed in costume, get mermaid hair and make-up or pirate styling and props, and pose for a professional photoshoot in themed sets. All but the entry package add a live underwater mermaid show, with mermaids swimming in the Dubai Aquarium. Packages run from AED 299 to AED 1,199, and each includes a framed print, a USB of 12 digital photos and entry for one parent or guardian. Higher tiers add gift sets, an affirmations album, a mug or a mermaid tail to keep. There are birthday packages too, from a single-child Bubble Bash to a group party for 10 or more. The venue is open daily, and it has 4.7 on Google from 857 reviews.

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The activity

Attractions & Edutainment, explained

Mermaids of Arabia is a themed dress-up and photoshoot experience on the ground floor of Dubai Mall, right next to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Children choose to become a mermaid, a sea princess or prince, or a pirate. The team dresses them in costume, does mermaid hair and make-up or pirate styling with props, and runs a professional photoshoot in sets such as a giant shell throne and an underwater castle. On most packages children then watch a live underwater mermaid show, with mermaids swimming in the Dubai Aquarium. Along the way there is storytelling, positive affirmations and messages about caring for the ocean. Each child goes home with a framed print and a USB of photos.

Who it's for

Children who love mermaids, princesses, princes or pirates: every package comes in a mermaid version and a pirate version, and the entry tier is sold as Sea Princess or Sea Prince. The packages do not state an age range. The provider's own Dubai Mall guides (blog, November 2025) give 3-12 years as the ideal age, so check with the team for a much younger child. Bookings must be made by a parent or guardian, and each package includes entry for one accompanying adult. On Google the venue lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, toilet and car park.

What to expect

Book a slot online, by phone or on WhatsApp; booking ahead is advised. Your child is dressed in costume, then gets mermaid hair and make-up or pirate styling with props, and a professional photoshoot in the themed sets. On packages with the mermaid show you then watch the mermaids swim in the Dubai Aquarium. The Sea Prince and Sea Princess package is listed at 30 minutes and the others at 1 hour, though the FAQ says to allow about 1.5 hours for makeover, photoshoot and show. Costumes and accessories are provided, so there is nothing to bring. One parent or guardian goes in with the child; extra adults pay a fee, subject to space. Arriving late can shorten the experience.

Highlights

Mermaid or pirate makeover, costume and professional photoshoot, with a framed print and USB of 12 photos in every package (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Live underwater mermaid show in the Dubai Aquarium on every package except Sea Prince / Sea Princess (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Six package types (mermaid or pirate) from AED 299 to AED 1,199, each including entry for one parent or guardian (mermaidsofarabia.com)
On the ground floor of Dubai Mall, next to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Birthday options: the one-child Bubble Bash, or a group party for 10 or more children (mermaidsofarabia.com)
4.7 on Google from 857 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Mermaids of Arabia has 4.7 on Google from 857 reviews: 757 are five stars and 39 four stars, so about 93% of reviewers gave four or five stars, while 23 gave three, 11 two and 27 one. The reviews quoted on the provider's site mention friendly staff, the hair and make-up, the photoshoot and seeing a real mermaid swim in the aquarium.

The facts

Ages: Not stated on the package pages; the provider's own blog (November 2025) gives 3-12 years as the ideal age. Mermaid and pirate versions of every package.
Prices: Per child, as listed on the site in September 2026: Sea Prince / Sea Princess AED 299; Underwater Fantasy Mermaid / Pirate AED 499; Premium Fantasy Mermaid / Pirate AED 799; Forever Mermaid / Pirate AED 999; Eternal Mermaid AED 1,199; Birthday Bubble Bash (Mermaid / Pirate) AED 999. Each includes 1 guest guardian admission. Group Birthday Package AED 799 per child, minimum 10 guests, minimum spend AED 7,999. Extra adults pay an admission fee (not published). Promotions not valid Friday-Sunday or on public holidays.
Schedule: Booked time slots. Sea Prince / Sea Princess 30 minutes; other packages 1 hour; the FAQ says to allow about 1.5 hours including makeover, photoshoot and show. Group birthday package 1 hour 30 minutes.
Trial: Ask the provider
Where: Mermaids of Arabia, Ground Floor, The Dubai Mall (next to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo), Financial Center Street, Downtown Dubai
How to book: mermaidsofarabia.com/pages/booknow · +971 52 955 7590 · wa.me/971529557590 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon–Thu10am–11pm
Fri–Sun10am–midnight

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Opening hours on the site: weekdays 10AM-11PM, weekends 10AM-midnight. The site treats Friday to Sunday as the weekend for its promotions (mermaidsofarabia.com)
All payments are non-refundable, and payment is taken in full when you book. You can reschedule up to 4 hours before your slot, subject to availability (T&Cs updated March 2026, mermaidsofarabia.com)
Promotions and discounts are not valid at weekends (Friday to Sunday) or on public holidays (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Parents may photograph and film their own child only; filming other children needs their parents' consent (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Online payment by Visa, Mastercard or Apple Pay. Keepsakes such as tails, dresses, crowns, mugs and photo albums are sold in the shop and online, from AED 50 (mermaidsofarabia.com)
Extra adults beyond the one included guardian pay an admission fee, subject to availability; the fee is not published (mermaidsofarabia.com)