Enhance your experience of the Dubai Mall Fountain further by taking a stroll along the 300 meters boardwalk around it. This is one of the latest additions here that you can enjoy with your Fountain Show Dubai tickets. A floating platform has been placed within the beautiful fountain to let you get closer to the mesmerizing spectacle when it is performing. Start walking on the Boardwalk that starts from the Burj Park or the Fountain Promenade and enjoy this experience which is truly one of its kind as you get to go as close as 9 meters to the fountain when the show is on.
Enjoy your views of the Dubai fountain in yet another unique way as you ride atop a paddle boat that is shaped like massive swans. These giant swans are specially designed and dedicated for families to have a unique experience around the lake. It can be used by both adults and children who are above the age of 12 and can easily paddle their way through the entire Dubai Fountain area while soaking in the exquisite sights from a different angle.
You can also use your Fountain Show Dubai tickets and enjoy the performance aboard swan boats that are motorized. These are very similar to the swan boats with pedal except that the one with electric comes in more handy especially if you have younger kids with you who will not be able to pedal. This is also a fun way to explore the entire area along with the famed fountain set in the midst of it all with your entire family.
Get your dose of adrenaline while aboard your water bike that takes you zipping through the culture and lifestyle district. Take a ride around the Burj Lake for 30 minutes while enjoying the Dubai Fountain water show up and close as well as other wonderful sights of the city and its famous landmarks. Take the ride along with friends and family to make it one of the most adventurous experiences here in Dubai.
Get a special flamingo shaped pedal boat if you have kids and toddlers to give them a fun-filled ‘splashing’ experience at the Bird Cove. This children’s boating activity involves colorful little vessels in the shape of cute flamingo birds, ducks, etc. that they get to choose. The experience will immediately cheer your little ones who can take it for a pedaling ride on their own. Located just adjacent to the Dubai Mall, this water activity can be enjoyed by children as young as 3 years old for 30 minutes and they can also pick from a combination of motorized and pedal boats.
If you are a water sport lover, this is your big chance to explore the area on a kayak. Whether you are a professional, a novice, or at an intermediate level of paddling, you can make the most of this opportunity here at the Dubai Mall Fountain. These are specially crafted kayaks that you can use to sharpen your skills or learn the basics, either way you get to have an amazing time in the water. The rides start every day at 7 PM, continue till 9:30 PM and tickets are allocated to guests who are above the age of 15 only.
A must visit when you come to see the Dubai Fountain, the iconic Burj Khalifa is the tallest tower in the whole world. Visitors from across the globe come here to witness the immense structure up and close as well as catch mind-boggling views of the city from the two observation decks in the building on its 124th and 125th levels. The structure which is dubbed as a sheer architectural marvel also houses some of the most exotic restaurants in the city where you can enjoy delectable international as well as Middle Eastern cuisines against a mesmerizing backdrop of the glittering city of Dubai.
Step into the surreal world where you can witness life under water at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Located on the ground floor of the Dubai Mall, the tank holds almost 10 million liters of water within it and showcases a huge variety of underwater creatures that inhabit oceans, rivers, and other water bodies across the entire planet. View over 140 different species of some of the most exotic sea creatures and other marine animals in their natural surroundings. From sharks and stingrays to a wide variety of fish, you can view them all from a 270 degree angle.
This dedicated VR Park Dubai is the world’s largest of its kind and a haven for AR and VR fans. You can experience some of the most baffling VR games here such as the legendary John Wick experience, Apex, and the Dubai Drone. The massive indoor theme park set up within the Dubai Mall offers over 150 realistic amusement games and simulators. Apart from that, you get to further add to the thrill with fantastic rides, motion simulators, carnival, and Red Redemption games. Some of the most popular rides here include Robotnik, Rope Rush, and Xyclone.
The gigantic Dubai Mall Ice Rink is outfitted with a full-fledged ice rink for skating enthusiasts. Get away from the city’s sweltering heat and visit the Ice rink here irrespective of whether you are a beginner or an advanced level skater. Try your skating skills here under the keen guidance of trained instructors and helpful staff always at hand to assist if you so need it. Spread across an area of almost 22,500 square meters, this is one of the world’s largest indoor ice skating rinks. You can also enjoy other snow activities on offer here like snow sledding, skiing, and even chairlifts that take you up to the highest peaks.
Set beautifully on an island, the Burj Park Dubai is surrounded on three sides by the Burj Lake and an absolute must see when you are here visiting the Dubai Fountain. Although the park does not cover much of an area, it is beautifully kept with well-manicured lawns, and the perfect promenade on its western end from where you can witness the performing Dubai Fountain. You can also enjoy great views of the Burj Khalifa from here. The park houses some pieces of art as well like the famous statue depicting Sheikh Mohammad’s three-finger salute known as Win Victory Love.
Best time of the day to visit Dubai Fountain is during the evening when the beautiful illumination by almost 6,000 lights make the place come alive.
Timings:Daily (except Friday): 1:00 PM and 1:30 PMFriday: 1:30 PM and 2:00 PMDaily: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM (every half an hour
Location: Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
How To Reach:
1.) By Metro: You can easily access the Dubai Fountain from different parts of the city by the Dubai Metro’s Red Line, the nearest metro stations being the Burj Khalifa or the Financial Center Metro Station.
2.) By Bus: You can take route number 29 and head to one of the nearest bus stops to the Dubai Fountain which include the Burj View Central Tower, or the Empire Heights Towers.
3.) By Taxi/car: You can take a taxi from anywhere in the city to the Dubai Fountain or drive down here in a hired car which you can easily park at the nearby Dubai Mall parking lot.
Why is Dubai Fountain Lake Ride so famous?
The Dubai Fountain is famous for being the largest musical fountain in the whole world that is almost 900 feet in length. The fountain puts on a beautiful lights and sound show that draws thousands of visitors from far and wide.
How do I get to Dubai Fountain?
You can reach the Dubai Fountain either by bus, taxi, car, or the Dubai Metro. The nearest metro and bus stations are the Burj Khalifa stations from where it is just a few minutes’ walk to the fountain.
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What is the Dubai Fountain Boardwalk?
This is one of the newest features around the Dubai Fountain which is a floating platform that allows visitors to get an up and close view of the mesmerizing performing fountain. The boardwalk essentially comprises a 272 meters long walkway that starts at the Burj Park or the Fountain Promenade and takes you all the way around it. You can go for a leisurely stroll here while viewing the wonderful lights and sound show if you do not wish to see it from the lake.
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What time is the Dubai Fountain show?
Afternoon Show is from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM and Evening Show is from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
What to wear when visiting Dubai Fountains?
It is best to wear a waterproof coat over your clothing when you visit the Dubai Fountain especially if you are planning to view it from the lake or the boardwalk. The misty spray when the fountain is performing may leave you soaked.