A whole new world: at the top, Burj Khalifa

The most iconic structure in the Dubai skyline, Burj Khalifa, and also the tallest building on the entire planet, at 828 meters at the moment. If you visit the Middle East, this is definitely a place not to be missed. In this post, we break down the essential details of visiting At the Top, Burj Khalifa

Get there

Well, first things first. Burj Khalifa is located in the center of Dubai, next to the gigantic Dubai Mall. Using the Dubai Metro, board the red line to Burj Khalifa station. From here, board the F13 bus and get off at the next stop: Dubai Mall bus stop. Now walk through the mall to reach Burj Khalifa. Otherwise, walk on the air-conditioned overpass.

This should take you about 15 minutes because there are moving walkways (similar to those in airports). This is definitely the most recommended way to get to the mall. At the Dubai Mall, walk through the mall to the ground floor, also known as LG.
The Burj Khalifa ticket office is located inside the Dubai Mall, next to the Subway Snack Restaurant on the ground floor. However, to avoid the hassle of locating the office and dealing with long lines, book your At the Top, Burj Khalifa tickets in advance at itickets.ae

where to visit

Burj Khalifa has two open observation decks for guests. The lower deck is popular as At the Top and is located at a height of 452 meters. When the tower officially opened in 2010, it was the tallest observation deck in the world. Unfortunately, this title went to an observation deck on the China-Canton Tower. But when it comes to standing out, Burj Khalifa is definitely not one to let anything stand in the way of its glory. Consequently, Burj Khalifa opened a new platform: At the Top SKY, which now measures 555 meters and is currently the highest observation deck in the world.

At the top of Burj Khalifa is the 163rd floor of the tower, which, however, is not accessible to the public.

The cost

Visiting At the Top, Burj Khalifa requires a ticket, and there are several factors that affect the cost of your ticket, including:

Choice of observation deck: At the Top or At the Top, SKY

The hour of the day. The main hours for the observation decks are between 3:30 pm and 6:00 pm to coincide with sunset

The booking option of your choice. This includes ‘Skip the line ticket’ which allows you to go directly to the observation deck without having to wait in line.

How to buy tickets

Tickets for the At the Top observation decks sell out pretty quickly. To get a space and ensure the best time, we recommend reserving your ticket online in advance. Otherwise, you can buy the tickets at the Burj Khalifa counter.

What to expect at the entrance

If your ticket does not allow you to skip the line and head to the observation deck, you will be expected to wait in line. However, while you wait, you don’t have to get bored as the area features spectacular interactive displays that tell the story of the skyscraper.

You will then be directed to the elevator which will whip you around at a breakneck speed of 10m/s.

On the observation decks, soak up spectacular views of the Dubai skyline and the gulf beyond. The telescopes here are built with technology that provides high-definition views of landmarks and attractions beyond the city and are also equipped with a feature that shows how the city looks during the day and at night.

Interesting must know about Burj Khalifa

Although Burj Khalifa has 160 accessible floors, the actual number of floors is 163. The three extras make up the mechanical wing which is not accessible to the public.

Construction of the magnificent tower began in 2004, and the entire skeleton and exterior was completed on October 1, 2009. But there was more. Another 3 months were needed to finish the interiors before the grand opening ceremony on January 4, 2010.

A prestigious hotel occupies the first 15 floors and up to 900 luxury residential apartments on subsequent floors up to level 108. Another world-class hotel occupies three floors on levels 122, 123 and 124. Following on from level 125 to level 148 They are the viewing platforms. The remaining floors are made up of office space that is occupied or waiting for tenants.

Of all the facilities in the previous point, by far the most obvious attraction is level 125 to 148 and without a doubt the highlight of this tower.

The tower is the only place in the world where you can see two sunsets in one day. Make sure to watch the first sunset in At the Top, level 125 and then go up to get even more dramatic and bright sunset shadows from At the Top, SKY.

At the end of 2014, the distance traveled by the At the Top elevators was equivalent to going around the world eight times. The mere idea of ​​it is mind-boggling. Perhaps the only way to fully experience that feeling is to board the elevators eight times, considering it’s moving pretty fast: 10m/s.

Now forget about the impressive height for a minute. What about the luxury and trendy hotels that the Burj Khalifa houses? The tower houses the first Armani Hotel designed by Giorgio Armani. The hotel is undoubtedly a novelty in the boutique hotel industry and even more so as it is the first to be designed by such a prestigious fashion designer as Armani. The unique hotel not only in the emirates but throughout the world offers sophistication like no other with its 160 exclusive rooms and suites that feature Armani signature décor and furnishings.

But like everything, this is not the last. High fashion designer Armani has already commissioned the construction of a further 6 hotels and 3 holiday resorts under his Armani brand.

What would you need to relax in the second highest pool in the world? Welcome to the scenic pool at level 76 of Burj Khalifa that is extraordinary in its own style, offering something no other pool in Dubai or at least most of the world does: towering views of dazzling Dubai and the gulf beyond. .

Nice dinner, questions? The tower is also home to the world’s tallest restaurant: At.Mosphere. If style runs through your veins, there’s no better place to feast your soul on world-class delicacies than At.Mosphere. Best perfect place to dine and drink wine in style

The tower has three sky lobbies (different from the observation decks). One is on level 43, another on floor 76, and the last one on level 123. Don’t ask us how. But what we do know is that these are public places for residents and visitors. For ordinary guests, the assumption is that if you’re dining at At. Mosphere (level 122), there will be nothing stopping you from going up one more floor.

Burj Club – Not a crazy nightclub per se as it houses a variety of other facilities spread across some of the tower’s most exquisitely designed levels. The club spans four floors, each dedicated to a specific purpose, namely a gym, spa, and rooftop bar. Very cool!