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1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates
1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Burj Khalifa, la plus haute tour du monde
Burj Khalifa à Dubaï
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Visiting Burj Khalifa, the glass and steel giant of Dubai

A view from the top

The Burj Khalifa, the modern emblem of Dubai, is the tallest skyscraper in the world, reaching 828 meters (2,717 feet). The tower provides visitors with perspectives from its observation decks on the 124th and 148th floors. You will reach the top in seconds via high-speed elevators. Once there, expect a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire city and the surrounding desert. When night falls, the city lights turn on, adding a distinct glow to the experience.

Striking architecture

Designed by architect Adrian Smith, the Burj Khalifa is an engineering feat. With clean lines and a structure inspired by desert flowers, it embodies modern luxury. Architecture enthusiasts will notice the design influences from Islamic culture, featuring geometric shapes and a spiral structure that rises toward the sky. For those interested in the details, the exhibition center at the base of the tower displays models and data on the design and construction of this glass and steel structure.

More than just a tower

Beyond the views and architecture, the Burj Khalifa houses high-end restaurants like At.mosphere, located on the 122nd floor, where you can dine while looking out over Dubai. At the base of the tower, the Dubai Mall offers a massive shopping experience with luxury boutiques, a large aquarium, and free dancing fountain shows. A visit to the Burj Khalifa is more than just a lookout point. It is an immersion into the scale and ambition of Dubai, a city built to push boundaries.

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Opening hours

The observation decks are open daily from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
Hours are indicative and subject to change

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Reviews of Burj Khalifa

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Summary of 5 reviews
4.2/5
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Ratings by visit type

With family
4.2
As a couple
4.6
With friends
4.2

Avygeo ranking

#463
in the world
#39
in Asia
#2
in United Arab Emirates
#1
in Dubai

A skyscraper that defines the Dubai skyline

Burj Khalifa is to Dubai what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, a symbol, a landmark you can see from far away.
After waiting in line for an hour, you can go up to the observation deck which offers a spectacular view of the city. And to think that you are nowhere near the top of the tower. What must it be like to see the view from the top floor!

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A landmark in the sky

Huge tower that you can see from a long distance away. Its telescopic architecture is actually pretty cool. You can go up to the observation decks for a spectacular view of the city.

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Spectacular views but so much waiting to get up there!

The observation decks are about halfway up the tower, but that is already enough to look down on the rest of the city. Even the towers that seemed tall to you from the ground will look tiny. It feels very strange :)
Also, it is a chance to see how the city keeps growing and building everywhere.

The thing I liked less is the wait time to get into the elevator. Around an hour is just ridiculous.

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An incredible view of Dubai and the desert

Even though the top floors aren't accessible, you can still pay to visit observation decks located over 400m up. The view of the city, the coast, and the desert is spectacular.
Just keep an eye on the line for the elevator, though. Expect a good hour wait.

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The tallest tower in the world

At over 800m tall, you can't miss this giant needle that you see from far away, even before landing in Dubai. I expected to be shocked by its height, but in the end, not so much. It fits in really well with the skyscraper neighborhood.
We visited it, and tourists can pay to go up to the 124th floor, which is a little over halfway up the tower. If you pay more, you can go 10 floors higher (the upper parts are private), and most importantly, spend less time in lines. I say "most importantly" because that is the big downside of this visit for me: nearly 2 hours of waiting in line total for 45 minutes of sightseeing. Still, you are rewarded with an incredible view of the city.

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