What is the best time of day to visit Burj Khalifa?
If you're looking to visit when crowds are thinnest, early mornings between 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and in the evening before closing, are the best time to visit At The Top Burj Khalifa.
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Opt to visit the tower during non-prime hours i.e. early in the morning or late in the evening, an hour or two before it closes. As mentioned earlier, the best times to do so are early hours of the day (8:30 AM-10:00 AM), early afternoon (1:30 PM-3:30 PM) or after 8:30 PM.
Average visit timeThe average time it takes to enjoy At the Top is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes however, you are welcome to take your time. Please note that the average visit time may extend accordingly during peak seasons and sunset times.
The Burj Khalifa light show times are from 7.45 pm to 10.45 pm. On weekdays, it takes place every hour and on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday every half hour. The sound and light show at Burj Khalifa is just as mesmerizing as the Dubai Fountain.
The shows will run from Wednesday to Sunday and will start at 7:45pm, 8:45pm and 9:45pm. They will be available until March 31 this year. ALSO READ: Dubai: Burj Khalifa lights up to welcome 2023.
All shows at the fountain are free of charge and are visible from every point on the lake and neighbouring areas. The most popular spot is the Waterfront Boardwalk outside The Dubai Mall. Additionally, the area around Souk AI Bahar also offers a pleasant viewing experience as it is less crowded.
Whether or not it is worth paying 300 AED to visit the 148th floor of the Burj Khalifa depends on your budget and your priorities. The 148th floor offers slightly higher views than the 124th floor, but the difference is not significant. If you are on a tight budget, then visiting the 124th floor is a good option.
The Dubai Fountain evening show takes place every 30 minutes from 6 pm to 11 pm daily. Lunchtime Dubai Fountain shows are planned seasonally (not during Ramadan) and take place at 1 pm and 1.30 pm (1.30 pm and 2 pm on Fridays). Extra afternoon shows may occur on public holidays. Each show lasts for about 5 minutes.
Please bring a valid photo ID/passport with you as it is required to be displayed at the entrance. Please do not carry outside Food and Beverages at Burj Khalifa.
At 555 metres (1,821 ft) high, At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY on Level 148 offers visitors the unprecedented opportunity to soak up unmatched views of the city and beyond, from an outdoor terrace and a premium lounge. Enjoy a guided tour to Level 148, before heading over to levels 125 and 124.
So is it worth the trip? If you're a bucket list ticker then yes – the novelty of going up the world's tallest building is probably worth the entry fee (though perhaps not all the way to level 148).
Prices range from AED250,000 for the three minutes during weekdays from 8pm to 10pm, rising to AED350,000 at weekends. For two three minute impressions any night between 8pm and 10pm the price is AED500,000 and for AED1 million you can get five three minute impressions any night between 7pm and midnight.
A Dubai fountain show is held every day of the week, at different times. Dubai fountain timings are: Daytime: 01:00 PM and 01:30 PM. Evenings: 06:00 PM to 11:00 PM (in 30 minute intervals)
You can visit Burj Khalifa year around whenever you want to. But the best time to enjoyt the view from the tallest building the world or the tallest man made structure in the world in during the sunset or the sunrise. This is the ideal time you can enjoy an outstanding view from there.
The 148th floor is MUCH more quiet and you will get exceptional views with little privacy. Lounge area allows to sit down and you can ask for juice or coffee as much as you like.
Local lifestyle outlet What's On Dubai reported the closure was due to “redevelopment,” adding that a reopening date has not been announced. Launched in October 2020, the attraction holds a Guinness World Record for the world's largest dancing fountain.
Planning your visitThe Burj Khalifa is open from 5am on weekends and 8am on weekdays until midnight, with last entry 45 minutes prior to closing. If you have a pre-booked time, make sure you arrive on time as you may not be allowed to enter if you miss it!