Dubai Butterfly Garden

Dubai has many places worth visiting and a visit to this city would be incomplete without visiting the Dubai Butterfly Garden which is a part of Dubai Miracle Garden and was added in the year 2015. The Dubai Butterfly Garden is also credited for being the “World’s largest covered butterfly garden”. The garden is located in an area spreading over 2600 square meters.

The Butterfly Garden is unique for the fact that it has 15,000 butterflies that belong to 50 different species. This indoor garden has ten domes which add a unique dimension to the architectural richness of this place. These domes are also climate-controlled which allows the garden to be operational throughout the year.

The garden also has a butterfly museum that has handcrafted designs made out of thousands of butterflies. These have been collected from different parts of the world and offer a unique opportunity to see and explore the creativity of artists who have inscribed these aesthetically.

The butterfly garden also has an educational area where visitors learn about the lifecycle of a butterfly as they undergo metamorphosis in different stages of their life. Visitors can also enjoy watching educational movies and learn about the life stages of butterflies in the cinema area of the butterfly garden.

The staff at the Butterfly Garden is professionally trained and possess in-depth knowledge about different butterflies. They are thus in a position to explain any details about the butterflies which the visitors might seek. The Butterfly Garden has created a niche place for itself all over the world.

Interestingly, different kinds of nectar plants have also been planted in the Dubai butterfly garden. This not only adds to the beauty of the garden but also ensures that the butterflies remain in the best of their health as they feed upon the nectar.

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• Enjoy a visit into the Dubai Butterfly Garden, a haven for nature lovers and the home of over 15,000 butterflies.
• The Butterfly Garden is the abode of around fifty different species of butterflies of various sizes and colours, some of which are extremely rare.
• Learn interesting trivia about these beautiful creatures, see them evolve from caterpillars to adults and capture them into your camera lens.
• Visit each of the ten custom built domes at the largest covered butterfly garden in the world and get mesmerised by the serene ambience, vibrant colours and enthralling beauty.
• Pay a visit to the small koi fish pond in the garden, soak in sights of the orange and white coloured fish and spend some time amidst the sheer tranquillity.
• The garden also houses a cinema and playground for kids.
• Relax and rejuvenate at the inhouse cafeteria or shop for souvenirs at the gift shop in the garden

• Wheelchair Accessible

Dubai Butterfly Garden is open the year-round. However, given the fact that the temperatures remain high during summers, November to March are the best time to visit Dubai in general and Dubai Butterfly Garden in particular.

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Places to visit near Dubai Butterfly Garden

1. Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization: Located at a distance of 0.3 Km from the Dubai butterfly garden, the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization offers an insightful look into the essence of Islam. The holy Kabba Hall with its gold plated Kuran copies is indeed a treat for someone who wants to explore Islam.

2. Al Ittihad Square Park: The park located at a distance of 1.3 km from Dubai butterfly garden gives another opportunity for the nature lovers to be among nature. The 2.5 km stretch of the park is lined by eateries, children play area and fountains, thus adding a unique ambience to the place. The park also has a monorail station which connects to Dubai Metro.

3. Sharjah Calligraphy Museum: Exhibiting fascinating paintings and creative masterpieces, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum instils the love for Arabic form of calligraphy. You can find precious displays and exhibits worked by renowned local, national, and international artists.

4. Sharjah Fort Al Hisn: This is a quiet historical monument meant for history buffs and all those researchers who are interested in knowing Sharjah’s era in depth. You can avail a tour guide to get a brief about the Sharjah Fort Al Hisn.

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Places to Dine at Dubai Butterfly Garden

There are a lot of places to dine near the Dubai Miracle Garden which houses the Dubai butterfly garden.

1. Coffee Shops: City Corner Restaurant and Cafeteria located at a distance of 0.3 km from Dubai Butterfly Garden can be your perfect retreat for a refreshing cup of coffee. Sip your favorite coffee, relax and enjoy the moment. Arab Udupi restaurant located 0.3 km from the Butterfly Garden is another worthy restaurant to try if you are looking for the Indian filter coffee.

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2. Candy Shop: On the outskirts of the Butterfly Garden, you will come across some shops that offer sweets for people who love trying the candies. Gelato house is one such eatery located in the outdoors that offers a range of ice creams. With ample open space to sit and relax around, eating your favorite ice cream here would be an experience in itself.

You can also try a range of candies and ice creams at DMG Cafe which is also located on the outdoors of the Butterfly Garden. You will always find the small place surrounded by sweets lovers and can either grab a table inside the small eatery or enjoy your ice cream sitting on the benches which the garden authorities have placed for the convenience of the visitors.

3. Food Kiosk: Saj 2 Go Lebanese Bakery can be a great place for munching some of your desired delicacies as the eatery is located in the Dubai Miracle Garden, just next to the Butterfly Garden. Try some fresh baked Saj bread, Manakeesh, Kak and Pizzas here.

You can also head to Zest Restaurant which is located below the Dubai Miracle Garden. The staff is courteous and you can enjoy, Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes in the eatery after a hectic visit to the Dubai Butterfly Garden.

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Tips for Visiting Dubai Butterfly Garden

- Plan What to Carry: No eatables are allowed inside the garden as it can prove harmful for the butterflies since stale food attracts insects. In case you feel the urge, the garden has a lot of eateries in the vicinity.

- Keep a Watch on Children: Children should be attended to properly as the butterflies have the habit of resting on leaves and the park pathway.

- Follow the Rules: There are some restricted areas in the park and any passage through the same should be avoided. The park has climate-controlled domes and all instructions given by the park management should be followed while visiting the place.

- Be Sensitive towards Nature: Avoid touching the butterflies and in case you wish to capture these in your lens, ask the garden staff for any assistance.

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Dubai airport is located at a distance of 34.6 km from Dubai butterfly garden. You can ideally take a taxi from the airport which will cover the distance in half an hour. You can also take a train from Airport Terminal 3 to First Gulf Bank. Thereafter, a taxi can be taken from First Gulf Bank to the Dubai butterfly garden.

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