Madame Tussauds Dubai is an interactive wax-figure attraction on Bluewaters Island, across the water from JBR and Dubai Marina. Its themed zones bring together figures from film, fashion, sport, music and more, making it an easy fit with other stops on the island.
- Location: Bluewaters Island, Dubai
- What’s inside: Seven themed zones, more than 70 wax figures and over 10 interactive zones
- Getting there: Walk from Dubai Marina via a pedestrian bridge or drive to the island from the mainland
- Tickets: Check current prices, age categories and offers with the operator before booking
What is Madame Tussauds Dubai, and where is it?
Madame Tussauds Dubai is a wax-figure attraction on Bluewaters Island and the first Madame Tussauds in the Gulf region. It opened in 2021.
The attraction has seven themed zones: Leaders and Royals, Fashion, Film, Media, Bollywood, Sport and the A-List Music Party. The operator describes the experience as featuring more than 70 lifelike figures and over 10 interactive zones, so you can move between celebrity, entertainment and sports themes in one visit.
Bluewaters also has restaurants, shops, Ain Dubai and TR88HOUSE. If you want to pair the wax museum with a waterfront landmark, Ain Dubai’s ticket and visit-planning details can help you shape the rest of your island outing.
What should you know about tickets and entry?
Ticket rules affect re-entry, age categories and who needs to accompany younger guests, so check the terms before you book. The operator’s ticket conditions say each ticket admits one person once; if you leave the attraction, you need a new ticket to enter again.
Opening hours
- Monday to Thursday: 13:30–20:00
- Friday: 1:30–20:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 11:30–20:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Age categories vary across the operator’s information: its ticket shop labels general admission for ages 11 and up, while its general terms classify visitors aged 12 and older as adults and children aged 3–11 as children.
The terms say children under 3 enter free when prices vary by age. The ticket shop also displays an offer for one child aged 11 or younger to enter free with each paid adult ticket, with the child ticket issued at the admissions counter. Offers and prices can change.
The operator says children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult over 18. All ages are welcome, and the attraction is stroller-accessible. People of determination can enter free of charge; a caregiver can buy a ticket at the attraction.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside. The operator accepts cash in AED and credit cards except American Express. Its booking guarantee allows a booking to be moved up to five times, with changes permitted up to 24 hours before arrival; the displayed general-admission offer also states that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
How do you get to Bluewaters Island?
You can reach Bluewaters Island from Dubai Marina on foot via a pedestrian bridge, or drive to the island from the mainland in about 10 minutes. Bluewaters is across the water from both JBR and Dubai Marina.
If you’re driving, the island’s parking operates 24/7. The published standard rate is AED 20 per hour; spending AED 100 or more at a participating outlet may qualify you for up to three hours of complimentary parking after validation.
Turquoise parking is identified as the best area for Madame Tussauds, while Valet 1 is near the attraction and TR88HOUSE. Published Wharf valet rates are AED 55 for standard service and AED 110 for VIP service.
Bluewaters has wheelchairs available at its information hubs. Its accessibility facilities include 37 dedicated parking spaces, specialized washrooms, and ramp or elevator access across shopping levels. For broader transport planning, Dubai transport options from the hotel area can help you compare ways to get around the city.
What else can you do on Bluewaters Island?
Pair Madame Tussauds with Ain Dubai, a meal or a browse through the island’s shops. For a change of pace after the attraction, the pedestrian bridge also connects Bluewaters with Dubai Marina, where the Dubai Marina Promenade walk offers another outing to consider.
Before you go: Opening hours and ticket offers can change, so check the official site before you go.
Ain Dubai is about 20 minutes by car from Grand Bellevue Hotel Apartment Dubai.
FAQs
How many zones does Madame Tussauds Dubai have?
It has seven themed zones, including Fashion, Film, Bollywood, Sport and the A-List Music Party.
Can you walk to Bluewaters Island from Dubai Marina?
Yes. Bluewaters says you can walk from Dubai Marina via a pedestrian bridge.
Can you re-enter Madame Tussauds Dubai with the same ticket?
No. The operator’s terms say a ticket is for one admission, and leaving means you need a new ticket to re-enter.
Is Madame Tussauds Dubai accessible with a stroller?
Yes. The operator describes the attraction as stroller-accessible. Bluewaters also provides wheelchairs at its information hubs.