Ain Dubai (previously named the Dubai Eye or Dubai-I), at Bluewaters Island in the United Arab Emirates, is the world's tallest and largest observation wheel, with a height of 250 m (820 ft) and was announced in February 2013.
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Ain Dubai (Arabic: ??? ???; eng: 'eye of Dubai') is the tallest giant observation wheel (or 'Ferris' wheel) ever built, standing over 243 m (800') high; opening in October 2021, the wheel has been shuttered and effectively non-operational since March of 2022.
How long does a trip on Ain Dubai take? One rotation takes approximately 38 minutes, but we advise you to arrive 30 - 60 Minutes prior to your experience to complete the entry process, buy snacks or beverages and visit the toilets before you board - there are no toilets in the cabin.
In totality, Ain Dubai is designed with 48 capsules, each of which can accommodate 40 visitors, which means a maximum of up to 1,750 people can ride the Dubai Eye at a given time.
“Ain Dubai remains closed until further notice as we continue to rigorously work on completing the enhancement works that have been taking place over the past months. Once a reopening date is set, a further announcement will be made.”
Ain Dubai is 250 metres high, soaring well above the world's other large observation wheels. It's not in Dubai's nature to beat a record by a few centimetres. Take, for instance, the world's tallest skyscraper, Burj Khalifa, which is 150 metres higher than its closest rival, Kuala Lumpur's Merdeka 118.
A. The best time to visit Ain Dubai observation wheel would be between October to March, on a weekday during the early morning or the evening to enjoy lesser crowds and better weather. A. One rotation takes approximately 38 minutes.
Ain Dubai is open to the public daily from 12:00 noon to 10:00 pm. The ticket price for adults is Dh130 and Dh100 for kids. Children who are 12 years and above are considered adults. Kids' rates apply to guests between the ages of 3 to 12.
From Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Al Ain:The taxi fare is around 250-300 AED and it takes 1 hour 30 minutes. By Public Transport: From the Dubai International Airport (DXB), you can take the Dubai Metro to Al Ghubaiba Metro Station (the metro ticket is around 5-6 AED). There is a big central bus station there.
Ain Dubai (Arabic: ??? ???; eng: 'eye of Dubai') is the tallest giant observation wheel (or 'Ferris' wheel) ever built, standing over 243 m (800') high; opening in October 2021, the wheel has been shuttered and effectively non-operational since March of 2022.
The enormous wheel is located on Bluewaters Island, a vibrant lifestyle destination which offers retail, hospitality and entertainment options. And in case you didn't know, the name, Ain Dubai, derives from the sixteenth letter in the Arabic alphabet (Ayn), which translates to eye in English.
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