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Burj Khalifa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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Last updated: 23 May, 2025

Dubai’s skyline is defined by its impressive collection of tall buildings and iconic buildings – but the Burj Khalifa stands head and shoulders above them all.

At 828 metres, it’s the world’s tallest building and truly a sight to behold, whether standing proud against a clear blue desert sky, reflecting the colours of the sunset, or springing to life with lights and LED displays at night.

Gaze up at it from ground level or ride up to the 125th floor, in the lift with the longest travel distance in the world for the ‘At the Top’ experience. The tower’s observation decks offer multimedia presentations about Dubai’s history, and immersive virtual reality experiences. You can even step out onto the world’s highest outdoor observation deck, located on the 148th floor.

While you're there

The ‘Dubai Fountain’ show – a synchronised dancing fountain display – takes place at the foot of the tower – look for the sign as you exit the Burj experience. They spring into life every 30 minutes each evening with a playlist ranging from Time To Say Goodbye to Baby Shark.

While you’re there

Head to At.mosphere on the 122nd floor for the highest tea in the world. You’ll have practically the same views as from the observation deck, but with a more relaxed ambience. Cocktails, coffee and full dining options available too.

Logistics

Price from: £30

Minimum age: 0

Age suitable: 4+

When: All year around

Getting there & doing it

The ‘At the Top’ observation deck is accessible via the Lower Ground level of Dubai Mall, which can be reached easily by metro or taxi. Tickets can be bought at the entrance or in advance online.

Pricing varies depending on inclusions selected, and also on the time of your visit. It’s more expensive during daylight hours and cheaper at night (when there’s not so much to see).

When to do it

It’s open all year round, seven days a week.

Visit late afternoon to catch Dubai by day, before the desert sunset fades to form a charcoal backdrop to the twinkling lights of the night-time city.

If your visit coincides with Dubai’s hazy weather season (usually May-August), you’re not going to see too much from the top.

Who to go with: organised tours

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Burj Khalifa At The Top ticket with Optional Premium Access

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Experience the magic of Dubai, visit the one of world's tallest skyscrapers. Learn about the architecture and technology behind this structure. Select your time slot, take the world’s fastest elevator to the observation floor of the world’s tallest building, and enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view across the city, desert, and Gulf. Then, after enjoying such a view from the top of Burj Khalifa. Admire the aquatic animals and their life from around the world, including the rare species a unique, underwater zoo.

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