Go-karting in Dubai means the Kartdrome at Dubai Autodrome: a 9 AM session costs AED 99 online, and walk-in sessions are listed at AED 150 to AED 199. The outdoor circuit is 1.2 km long and takes drivers from age 13. The indoor circuit is 620 m and takes children from age 7 who are at least 1 m 25 cm tall. Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi is the other big track, with sessions for children from age 3.
By SB Excursions · Published 3 November 2026 · Updated 3 November 2026
Tour on this route: Evening Quad Bike Desert Safari — From $70 per person, 6-7 hours.
How much does go-karting cost in Dubai?
At the Dubai Autodrome Kartdrome, a 9 AM session is AED 99, online booking only. Walk-in outdoor sessions are listed at AED 160 or AED 199, and walk-in indoor sessions at AED 150 or AED 160. Prices change, so check the booking page.
This guide also answers:
- What is the minimum age for go-karting in Dubai?
- Can I cancel or change a Kartdrome booking?
- Is there indoor go-karting in Dubai?
Four ways to drive fast near Dubai
#1
Dubai Kartdrome outdoor circuit
The outdoor circuit is sanctioned by the FIA and floodlit, and it is open every day from 9 AM to midnight. Drivers must be 13 or older. A session is 15 or 20 minutes, the first 3 minutes at a paced speed and the rest on your own. Walk-in sessions are listed at AED 160 or AED 199, and the 9 AM slot is AED 99 online.
#2
Dubai Kartdrome indoor circuit
The indoor track takes drivers from age 7 who are at least 1 m 25 cm tall. A session is 15 minutes, with 3 minutes paced and 12 on your own. Walk-in prices are AED 150 or AED 160, subject to availability. Opening hours are shorter on Monday to Thursday, from 2 PM to 10 PM, so check the day before you go.
#3
Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi
Yas Kartzone lists sessions for every age: a 5-minute electric kart for ages 3 to 6 at AED 55, a 12-minute junior kart for ages 8 to 12 at AED 95 and a 15-minute adult kart from age 13 at AED 140. Online sessions need a membership card. It is about a day trip away from Dubai, so pair it with a Yas Island plan.
#4
Quad bikes on the dunes
A kart is fast on a track. A quad bike is slower, but you drive it over dunes, for a full hour on our evening quad safari, followed by sandboarding, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner and shows. It is from $70 per person on a bike shared by two, or $105 on your own quad, with hotel pickup and no prepayment.
Go-karting in Dubai: the short answer
The main place to go karting in Dubai is the Kartdrome at Dubai Autodrome, which has one outdoor and one indoor circuit and sells walk-in sessions for AED 150 to AED 199. The Autodrome's own website lists a 9 AM session for AED 99, online booking only. The outdoor circuit takes drivers from age 13. The indoor circuit takes drivers from age 7 who are at least 1 m 25 cm tall. The Autodrome's page does not list a driving licence requirement, but every driver must show a valid ID.
All figures in this guide are from the Dubai Autodrome and Yas Marina Circuit websites, read on 2 November 2026. Prices and opening hours change, and the Autodrome warns that times can change because of private bookings, so check the booking page for your date.
Outdoor or indoor: the Kartdrome compared
The two circuits are different experiences. Outdoor is longer and faster, and indoor is shorter and open to younger drivers.
| Outdoor circuit | Indoor circuit | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 1.2 km, 17 corners, a tunnel and a bridge | 620 m, up to ten drivers at once |
| Minimum age | 13 | 7 |
| Minimum height | None listed | 1 m 25 cm |
| Session | 15 or 20 minutes, the first 3 paced | 15 minutes, 3 paced and 12 on your own |
| Walk-in price | AED 160 or AED 199 | AED 150 or AED 160, subject to availability |
| 9 AM session, online only | AED 99 | AED 99 |
| Opening hours | Every day, 9 AM to midnight | Monday to Thursday 2 PM to 10 PM; Friday to Sunday and public holidays 9 AM to midnight |
Source: Dubai Autodrome Kartdrome website, read on 2 November 2026. Check before you go.
The outdoor circuit is floodlit, so an evening session is possible in the hot months. The indoor circuit is the choice for children and for anyone who wants shade at midday. If you are choosing for a group with a mixed age range, the indoor circuit is the only one where the 7-year-old can drive with the adults.
Prices, booking and the rules
The cheapest way to drive is the 9 AM session, which is AED 99 and can only be booked online. The Autodrome limits it to a maximum of 34 karts outdoors and 15 indoors, so book ahead. Walk-in prices are higher and depend on availability. These are the rules we found on the page:
- Arrive 60 minutes before your session. The Autodrome's page asks for this.
- No refunds. Bookings cannot be refunded, cancelled or rescheduled once made, so be sure of your date.
- Bring ID. All drivers must show a valid ID. A driving licence is not mentioned as a requirement.
- Under 18. A parent or legal guardian must sign the disclaimer at registration.
- Annual membership is AED 15 for new registrations and renewals.
- Happy Mondays. The second session is 50% off, for walk-in guests only.
- Gloves. Disposable gloves are sold on site. The page does not list a clothing rule; our advice is closed shoes and clothes that do not catch on the pedals.
The Autodrome's phone number is 800 AUTODROME (288 637 663), and the karting line is 800 KARTING. If you ask about the 9 AM slot, ask whether it is open on the day you want.
Children and families: who can drive what
The published minimum age on the Kartdrome's own pages is 7 for the indoor circuit and 13 for the outdoor one, so a child under 7 cannot join a normal session there. Children from age 7 can also have a birthday party on the indoor circuit; the Autodrome says it has a variety of packages, but it does not list prices, so ask by email or phone.
The Kartdrome also runs a race series for children aged 5 to 8, called the Bambino Cup, with an entry fee of AED 495. It is a race series for young racers, not a tourist session. For younger children who just want to drive a kart, Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi is a better match, with the sessions below. Our guide to Dubai with kids has more ideas by age, and the teenagers guide covers what older children enjoy.
Groups of 12 or more: race formats
For a group, the Autodrome sells race formats instead of single sessions. They are priced by quote, and the minimum cost is based on 12 drivers. The formats listed on the Kartdrome's corporate page are these:
| Format | Guests | What happens | Total time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini-Prix | 12 or more | 10-minute qualifying, 15-minute final sprint; shares the track with Arrive and Drive sessions | 2 hours |
| Grand-Prix | 12 or more | As above, with a 10-minute semi-final added | 2 hours |
| Super-Prix | 12 or more | 15-minute sessions for qualifying, semi-final and final | 2 hours |
| Endurance race | 30 or more | Teams of 2 to 4 drivers, 10-minute practice, 10-minute qualifying, 60-minute race, with the track to yourselves | 3 hours |
Source: Dubai Autodrome Kartdrome corporate page. Ask for a quote.
A group race suits a birthday party, a company outing or a big family. If your group is smaller than 12, the arrive-and-drive sessions are simpler, and you can book several drivers in the same time slot.
Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi: the other big track
Yas Kartzone is on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, a 1 km track with three layouts. Yas Marina Circuit's website lists daily public sessions from 9 AM to midnight, and these session prices when we read it:
| Session | Age | Length | Price | How to book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro, electric kart | 3 to 6 | 5 minutes | AED 55 | Call 800 927 |
| Kids, 50cc | 5 to 7 | 10 minutes | AED 65 | Online, needs a 1-year member card |
| Junior, 160cc | 8 to 12 | 12 minutes | AED 95 | Online, needs a 1-year member card |
| Adult, 270cc | 13 and over | 15 minutes | AED 140 | Online, needs a 1-year membership |
| Duo, two-seater | Driver 15+, passenger 5+ | 10 minutes | AED 190 | Call 800 927 |
Source: Yas Marina Circuit website, read on 2 November 2026. The page does not give the price of the membership card. Check before you go.
Yas Island is a long day from Dubai. Our Yas Island guide explains what fits in a day trip, and our Abu Dhabi city tour from $45 per person covers the mosque, the Mandir and the Heritage Village, not karting, so combine them only on separate days.
If you want to drive something else
A kart session is 15 to 20 minutes. If you want more time at the wheel, our evening quad bike safari includes a full hour on a self-drive quad over the dunes, from $70 per person on a shared bike or $105 on your own quad. The full-day desert safari has a 30-minute quad ride in its $65 option. For speed on water, our jet ski ride to the Burj Al Arab is from $79 per jet ski for 30 minutes.
For a longer list of activities ranked by adrenaline and price, see adventure activities in Dubai. On a hot day, indoor attractions in Dubai gives other options in the shade.
FAQ
How much does go-karting cost in Dubai?
At the Dubai Autodrome Kartdrome, a 9 AM session is AED 99, online booking only. Walk-in outdoor sessions are listed at AED 160 or AED 199, and walk-in indoor sessions at AED 150 or AED 160. Prices change, so check the booking page.
What is the minimum age for go-karting in Dubai?
At the Kartdrome the minimum age is 13 for the outdoor circuit and 7 for the indoor circuit, where drivers must also be at least 1 m 25 cm tall. Under-18s need a parent or guardian to sign the disclaimer.
Do I need a driving licence to go karting in Dubai?
The Autodrome's page does not list a licence requirement, but all drivers must show a valid ID. Bring your passport or Emirates ID, and ask the Autodrome if you are unsure.
Can I cancel or change a Kartdrome booking?
The Autodrome says bookings cannot be refunded, cancelled or rescheduled once made. Arrive 60 minutes before your session, and check the date carefully before you pay.
Is there indoor go-karting in Dubai?
Yes. The Kartdrome's indoor circuit is 620 m long and takes up to ten drivers at once. It is open Monday to Thursday from 2 PM to 10 PM and Friday to Sunday and on public holidays from 9 AM to midnight.
Can children under 7 go karting in Dubai?
Not on the Kartdrome's arrive-and-drive circuits, where the minimum age is 7 indoors and 13 outdoors. Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi lists a 5-minute electric kart for ages 3 to 6 at AED 55.
Where else can I go karting near Dubai?
Yas Kartzone on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi is the other large public track, with sessions from AED 55 to AED 190 for ages 3 and up. It is a day trip from Dubai, so plan it together with other Yas Island visits.
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Photos: Dubai Kartdrome indoor circuit — Jeremy Thompson, CC BY 2.0, Yas Kartzone in Abu Dhabi — Itisdeepak, CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wikimedia Commons).