Planning a UAE trip means researching and strategizing which tourist attractions to visit and which ones to miss. The Burj Khalifa is always at the top of the list, but sometimes people tend to overlook the Dubai Fountain situated right in front of it. The fountain is located right outside the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. The Dubai Fountain show is famous for its light, music, and perfectly choreographed show. All of these are enough to capture the attention of visitors.
There are several other things surrounding the Dubai Fountain waiting for you to explore. So, without any further delay, let’s begin our guide.
Timings of Dubai Fountain
Let’s take a look at the timings of the Dubai fountain so that you can plan your visit accordingly.
- The show starts every half an hour after every 30 minutes from 6 pm to 11 pm.
- Afternoon shows go between 1 PM to 1:30 pm on Saturdays to Thursdays.
- On Fridays, the timings are 2 pm to 2:30 pm.
You will be mesmerized by the vibrant, illuminated jets as they sway in time to a variety of tunes. You can even go for the Dubai Fountain Lake Ride; find more information about it on the official website.
Reaching the Dubai Fountain
The following modes of transportation can get you to the fountain:
- Metro: Get off at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station after taking the Red line. The Dubai Fountain is a fifteen-minute walk from here via Dubai Mall.
- Bus: Bus line 29 travels to Dubai Mall from the World Trade Centre Hotel, 1 stop if you’re coming from the World Trade Centre area.
Alternatively, if you’re driving, head towards Downtown Dubai by getting on Sheikh Zayed Road/E11. You can park your car at Dubai Mall/Fashion & Grand Parking/Cinema Parking by taking exit 50 for D71 and following the signs. Your destination is just a short stroll through Dubai Mall from here.
Hotels to Explore near the Fountain
There are many hotels in Downtown Dubai near the Dubai Fountain that can accommodate all needs and price ranges. Both the Sofitel Dubai Downtown and Dubai Mall have direct access to the biggest shopping, entertainment, and leisure destination in the world. A short distance from the fountain is Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai, and Palace Downtown provides another excellent upscale choice that is conveniently located near the action. There are many five-star hotels in the area, and the Armani Hotel, which is housed inside the Burj Khalifa, The Dubai EDITION, and The St. Regis Downtown Dubai are also great choices.
However, there are also many less expensive options in the area if you’re searching for understated elegance that won’t break the bank. Check out the most recent rates for the Rove Downtown, Carlton Downtown Hotel, Millennium Central Downtown, Ramee Dream Hotel Downtown, and Ramada by Wyndham Downtown Dubai for reasonably priced comfort in the center of the city.
Things to Do in Dubai near Lake
The Dubai Fountain is surrounded by a plethora of attractions. You can
- Let your kids’ imaginations run wild at Kidzania,
- Take them skating at Dubai Ice Rink,
- Take them to Play DXB, a high-tech playground,
- Reel Cinemas, and more at the Dubai Mall next door.
Or explore the Burj Khalifa’s incredible activities, like taking in the cityscape from the At The Top observation deck.
Nearby, you can stroll or ride a bike in Burj Park, see a world-class performance at Dubai Opera, and snap a memorable picture at the Wings of Mexico Statue. In addition to the chic City Walk neighborhood, which is nearby and has attractions like the Coca-Cola Arena and the indoor rainforest, The Green Planet, thrill-seekers will adore the captivating city views from 219.5 meters above the ground at Sky Views Dubai.
Dining options near Dubai Fountain Show
You have an abundance of dining options because the Dubai Fountain is close to Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Mall, and the Burj Khalifa. The 4,000-square-meter Time Out Market Dubai food hall in Souk Al Bahar is home to 17 well-known in-house restaurants, such as the well-known burger joint Pickl and the Chinese seafood concept Long Teng. The Levantine-Emirati restaurant Siraj Restaurant, which serves camel meat and has a view of the fountain, and the well-known Karma Kafe are just two of the many other culinary hotspots to explore in the souk.
Head to the At.mosphere restaurant in the Burj Khalifa if you want to eat in the sky. Other eateries within the world’s tallest building include the Indian restaurant Armani/Amal and the afternoon tea venue The Lounge.
