Updated Review of IMG Worlds of Adventure, Dubai
I wanted to share my experience at IMG Worlds of Adventure because I found other reviews helpful, especially when deciding whether to buy a fast-track pass. The lady at the front desk advised I didn’t need one, and she was absolutely right! We only waited 20 minutes for one ride (Spider-Man), and all the other rides were walk-on with zero wait times.
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Highlights:
1. Almost NO wait times: This was the biggest perk! Being able to walk straight onto rides made the experience much more enjoyable.
2. Food quality and pricing: The food was delicious, reasonably priced, and there was plenty of seating. This was such a contrast to Disney Orlando, where food was overpriced, underwhelming, and seating was scarce.
3. Affordable tickets: At 365 AED, especially with the Entertainer app, this park offers excellent value compared to others.
4. Good thrill rides: Thrill-seekers will enjoy the selection, and the Velociraptor coaster was a standout!
5. Efficient visit: We completed the park in 4–5 hours and still had time to re-ride our favorites.
Areas for Improvement:
1. Feels a bit rundown: The park looks slightly outdated, and it would greatly benefit from a new attraction.
2. Not family-friendly: It’s very much a thrill park, so I wouldn’t recommend it for families with young children.
Park Rankings:
Having visited many theme parks, I’d rank IMG Worlds of Adventure toward the lower end. While it’s good value and fun for thrill-seekers, it doesn’t quite compare to my favorite parks:
1. Universal Orlando
2. Disney World Orlando (and any Disney park globally—Japan, Paris, etc.)
3. Dreamworld Gold Coast
4. Gardaland Italy
5. WB Abu Dhabi
6. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
7. WB Gold Coast
8. Motiongate Dubai
9. IMG Worlds of Adventure
Final Thoughts:
If you’re looking for a park with minimal wait times, affordable pricing, and great thrill rides, IMG Worlds is worth a visit. It’s not the most impressive park I’ve been to, but it offers a fun, efficient day out at a great price. Perfect for thrill-seekers, but not ideal for families with younger children.