A Dubai Creek crossing costs AED 1 each way, Mushrif Park lists entry at AED 3 per pedestrian or AED 10 per car, and Etihad Museum lists individual admission at AED 25. For a longer trip, the FR5 ferry goes from Dubai to Sharjah, with adult Silver fares at AED 15 each way. Compare the cost of the whole outing, including any return fare, before choosing.
| Outing | Published price | What to budget for |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Creek abra | AED 1 cash per crossing | AED 8 return for four fare-paying passengers |
| Mushrif Park | AED 3 per pedestrian or AED 10 per car | AED 12 for four paying pedestrians or AED 10 for one car. Activities may cost extra |
| Etihad Museum | AED 25 individual or AED 10 eligible student | AED 70 for two adults and two eligible students |
| FR5 ferry to Sharjah | AED 15 adult Silver or AED 25 adult Gold each way | AED 30 Silver or AED 50 Gold per adult return. Check child fares before budgeting |
Etihad Museum for a history outing
The museum’s visitor brochure lists AED 25 individual admission and AED 10 for eligible students aged 5–24, with free entry for children under five. Check what proof is needed for the student rate. Visit Dubai’s museum photos show the exhibition setting. Start with the story of the Union and let each child choose a detail to look for as you go through the exhibitions.
Mushrif Park for a walk or a ride
Visit Dubai’s Mushrif Park guide lists pedestrian admission at AED 3 per person and vehicle entry at AED 10 per car. The on-site adventure park also lists the municipal car fee. Keep your outing to the grounds if you want to limit spending. Pools and Aventura have separate prices. Dubai Municipality’s Young Rangers trail photos show the children’s cycling setting. Check trail access and conditions before making cycling the focus of your visit. Check the municipality’s park listing for opening hours.
A traditional Creek abra for a short outing
RTA’s route listing shows two traditional crossings at AED 1 cash per person each way. For CR1, use Bur Dubai Abra Station and Deira Old Souq Abra Station. Keep the exact station names handy for the way back. The RTA map of both crossings shows the stations on each bank. A shared crossing can be the whole outing or the start of a walk on the opposite bank.
FR5 for a longer trip from Dubai to Sharjah
RTA’s FR5 fare and timetable lists departures from Al Ghubaiba to Sharjah Aquarium Marine Station. Children under five and People of Determination travel free. The listing gives adult fares, so confirm the applicable ticket for children aged five and above. Check your return departure before taking the outbound ferry. The RTA ferry map shows the route along the coast. The station name identifies the destination. Aquarium admission is separate from the ferry fare.
If you’re choosing by total cost, start with the Creek crossing or a walk in Mushrif Park. Choose Etihad Museum if the children would enjoy a history visit. Pick the ferry when you have time for the trip to Sharjah and have checked the return.
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