The Green Planet is an indoor tropical rainforest in City Walk, Dubai, where a glass biodome brings together more than 3,000 plants and animals. Follow the route from the canopy through the midstory to the forest floor and flooded rainforest, with birds flying overhead and greenery surrounding the walkways. Look for sloths, lemurs, bats, reptiles and fish, and pause at the displays to learn how rainforest habitats work. It suits families and wildlife enthusiasts, especially on a hot day when an indoor visit is appealing.
How the rainforest is arranged
The biodome is organized across four levels: the Canopy, Midstory, Forest Floor and Flooded Rainforest. The route connects the different layers of a tropical ecosystem, so you can move from the upper walkways toward the lower sections and see how the environment changes as you go. A large artificial tree anchors the space, with paths and viewing areas built around it.
Take time on each level instead of treating the visit as a quick walk-through. Displays explain tropical biodiversity and the relationships between plants and animals. Talks and interactive exhibits add context to the wildlife around you, making the route useful for children who are learning about habitats as well as adults interested in how rainforests function.
Wildlife to look for
Sloths are among the animals visitors often come to see, alongside lemurs, bats, monkeys and a range of tropical birds. Depending on the exhibits and encounters available during your visit, you may also spot reptiles, insects and fish. Birds can fly through parts of the biodome, so look overhead as well as along the paths.
The animal collection includes species associated with tropical regions, including toucans, pythons and piranhas. The displays and habitat areas give you a chance to observe animals at close range while learning about their place in rainforest ecosystems. The setting recreates a humid, leafy environment inside the city, with a waterfall adding to the rainforest atmosphere.
Encounters and activities
Some experiences go beyond viewing the exhibits. Bird encounters can bring you closer to the species living in the dome, while other activities mentioned at the attraction include a Sloth Encounter, a Bat Cave and an Australia Walkabout. The programme can include talks and special events, so check what is scheduled when you arrive rather than assuming every activity runs at every visit.
There are also more involved experiences described at the venue, including opportunities to shadow a biologist as a zookeeper for a day. These are distinct from a standard walk through the biodome, so check the attraction’s current details if one is central to your plans.
Planning a visit with children
The Green Planet combines animal viewing with information about ecosystems, which can give a family visit a clear focus. Children can look for familiar animals such as sloths and parrots, then use the displays to connect what they see with the rainforest layers. The site also has a café and gift shop, and is listed as wheelchair accessible, including its entrance, parking and restrooms.
Advance ticket booking is recommended. For a calmer visit, consider going on a weekday or earlier in the day. If children want visitor books, plan ahead so they can access them. The Green Planet is in City Walk, in the Al Wasl area of Dubai.
FAQ
Where is The Green Planet Dubai?
It is in City Walk, in the Al Wasl area of Dubai.
What animals can you see at The Green Planet?
The biodome is home to animals including sloths, lemurs, bats, monkeys, tropical birds, reptiles and fish.
How many levels are there inside The Green Planet?
The rainforest has four levels: the Canopy, Midstory, Forest Floor and Flooded Rainforest.
Should I book tickets in advance?
Advance ticket booking is recommended.
