The Dubai Mall
The largest shopping mall in Dubai, part of Downtown Dubai and directly adjacent to the Burj Khalifa. Over 1,200 shops share space with an aquarium, an ice rink, and views of the Dubai Fountain on the lake outside.
The largest shopping mall in Dubai, part of Downtown Dubai and directly adjacent to the Burj Khalifa. Over 1,200 shops share space with an aquarium, an ice rink, and views of the Dubai Fountain on the lake outside.
A vast tank running through the mall's ground floor, home to thousands of aquatic animals including sharks and rays, viewable free from the walkway or up close on a paid tour.
From luxury flagship stores to high street brands, the mall's scale makes it one of the world's most-visited shopping destinations.
A covered walkway connects the mall directly to the Burj Khalifa's observation deck entrance, making the two easy to combine in one visit.
Aquarium tickets, ice rink sessions, and other in-mall attractions are sold separately from general mall access. Confirm current hours and prices on the official Dubai Mall website.
The aquarium, ice rink, and waterfront dining make the mall a destination even for visitors who aren't there to shop.
The Dubai Fountain performs on the lake just outside, visible without any ticket.
A direct, covered connection to the world's tallest building makes it easy to pair both in a single outing.
Is entry to The Dubai Mall free?
Yes, general mall access is free. The Dubai Aquarium, ice rink, and other in-mall attractions charge separate admission.
How do I get to The Dubai Mall?
The Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station on the Red Line connects directly by covered walkway, and the mall also has extensive parking.
Can you see the Burj Khalifa from The Dubai Mall?
Yes, and a covered walkway connects the mall directly to the Burj Khalifa's observation deck entrance.
Where can you watch the Dubai Fountain from the mall?
The waterfront promenade along the lake outside the mall's Burj Khalifa entrance offers free views of the fountain shows.
The Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall in Dubai by leasable area, part of the wider Downtown Dubai development and located directly adjacent to the Burj Khalifa. It holds more than 1,200 shops, ranging from international luxury brands to high street retailers.
Beyond shopping, the mall houses the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, an Olympic-size ice rink, and a waterfront promenade overlooking the Dubai Fountain, the choreographed water, light, and music show performed on the lake between the mall and the Burj Khalifa.
A covered walkway links the mall directly to the Burj Khalifa's observation deck entrance, making it straightforward to combine a shopping visit with a trip up the world's tallest building in the same outing.
