Since its inauguration in 2022, AYA Universe Dubai has turned into one of the most happening places in Dubai. It is a hidden sanctuary beyond the stars, inviting people to explore its 12 experience zones. Visitors can go around each zone and uncover mysteries in the process.
AYA Universe is a stunning immersive and experiential entertainment park. Established by Hyperspace, this futuristic space-themed place uses art and technology to help visitors secure invisible connections to earthly and cosmic beauty.
The park creates a fully immersive and multi-sensory adventure. It spans 4,000 sq m, letting our curious minds enjoy interactive games and virtual reality simulations. If you’re looking for a detailed guide on AYA Universe Dubai, you’ve reached the destination.
AYA Universe Dubai: Timing, Ticket Prices, Location
Opening Hours:
- Sunday to Thursday: 10 am – 10 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 10 am – 12 am
- The last entry to the park takes place an Hour before closing.
Ticket Prices:
Entry tickets are AED 135. Tickets are free of charge for People of Determination and for children under 3 years old. People of Determination can request for a second entry ticket for one caregiver. It’ll be available free of charge.
Please be advised that entry tickets for these categories are not available in advance but are guaranteed to be available on arrival. The Customer Service Team is likely to ask for proof of eligibility. So, ensure you bring documentation or ID along.
Children (under 3 years old) are required to be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and above to gain free entry to AYA Universe. The park offers a vibrant multimedia experience and may not be suitable for people sensitive to flashing lights, dark spaces and loud noises.
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Location Details:
AYA Universe Dubai is located at Wafi City Mall, Level One, Main Atrium, Oud Metha Road – Umm Hurair 2 Dubai.
AYA Universe is located on the First floor of the shopping mall, at the top of the escalators of the main atrium. If you are bringing your car, you may park on-location. The Nearest Dubai Metro Station is the Dubai Healthcare City Station on the Green Line towards Creek, a short distance from the mall.
Exploring 12 experience zones at AYA Universe Dubai
AYA Universe is a beautiful escape into a different universe you have never seen or heard of. The multimedia experience it offers is truly unparallel. On entering the park, visitors are given a AYA Cosmic Passport – a map of the gigantic universe and its zones.
1. Drift
This 2,000 sq ft experience zone takes people to the centre of AYA Universe. The six-minute programme lets you float through time, as you sit alongside stars and ancient particles. Using immersive music, Drift shall transport you into a serene setting.
2. Aurora
This 230 sq ft interactive piece is immensely popular among recurring visitors of AYA Universe. Aurora uses touch technology that interacts to your gestures and movements. You can find pools made of cosmic dust. Everything in this zone is a visual treat to the eyes.
3. The Pool
The Pool is a circular projection on the floor featuring an infinite vortex. The immersive projections form a path to the beginning of The River exploration – another section of the AYA Universe. It is time to become the Centre.
4. Flora
Flora is a beautiful bioluminescent garden. There are stunning illuminated trees and plants on the floor, and they react to the movement of visitors. There is a tree in the middle of the zone and one can simply sit beside it and look at the bright ceiling.
5. Tides
This experience zone is sort of an infinite mirrored chamber full of rippling energy pillars. Use your movement to bend colour clouds at the core. Tides has distinct themes. The dynamic colours are featured in different storytelling chapters.
6. The Falls
Does Reverse Reality get you excited? The gravitational pull is no longer a part of the universe. The Falls features an audio-responsive waterfall that causes droplets to move in the opposite direction. Kids are often seen jumping through this section.
7. The River
Stare at a storm of colours. This 2,000 sq ft space is gonna hypnotise you! Cross rivers that create pools on your each step. The LED screens and detection sensors pick up movements of visitors, and colours and lights of the chamber change accordingly.
8. Celestia
The Celestia segment of the AYA Universe has a beautiful star-filled sky and celestial events. It features a projection of the mapped vision of the cosmos – formed through light beams. Float beyond the edge of time and lose yourself in a bath of orbs.
9. Luna
Luna is the perfect zone to ‘Travel Beyond Stars’. This is an infinite chamber full of shimmering moons. Spread over an area of 1,250 sq ft, this zone uses a combination of light and sound to conveniently transport visitors to a place far from reality.
10. Outland
This experience zone is spread across three chapters. Outland is full of stunning creatures that are going to mimic your movements as you explore the place. It uses modern technologies such as projection mapping and skeletal tracking to enhance overall experience.
11. The Source
Part of a 3,250 sq ft zone, The Source at AYA Universe consists of domes that react to human touch and a chamber of digital pools. It uses advanced technology to bring people a colourful six-minute display through reactive LED pools.
12. Harmonia
Harmonia represents the endgame of the immersive experience. Enjoy a three-minute robotic light and sound event in a mirror infinity zone that stretches far into the distance. You can dance to the tunes of the lights here that change rapidly.
Frequently asked questions About AYA Universe
1. Things included in a single entry ticket
It takes a single entry ticket to explore all of the 12 experience zones in the park in a couple of hours. There are no additional hidden charges.
2. Purchasing tickets to AYA Universe
You can easily book tickets at the AYA Front Desk. But in order to guarantee the availability of your chosen day, it’s better to purchase it in advance or online.
3. Minimum age for entry
People of all ages can enter AYA Universe. But the park offers a multimedia experience and may not be suitable for people sensitive to flashing lights, dark spaces and loud noises.
4. Receiving tickets to AYA Universe
If you made your ticket purchase online, they’ll be delivered to your registered email. If you buy from the front desk, you can get a ticket by email and a physical copy on request.
5. Planning celebrations at AYA Universe
Contact the support team for all information regarding any celebrations you’ve in mind. If you are planning a group visit, you can contact the team to discuss all options.
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