What’s
more impressive than Burj Khalifa in Dubai’s impressive skyline? Staggering at
828 meters, this structure earns its mark as the tallest building in the world.
A trip to Dubai without a visit to the magnificent observation deck-At the Top is definitely not complete. Below we take a
deeper look into the structure.
Getting here
Burj
Khalifa is situated in downtown Dubai beside Dubai Mall. Travelling by Dubai
Metro? Board the red line to Burj Khalifa station. Then board the F13 bus and
alight at Dubai Mall Bus Stop. Walk through the mall to get to the lower ground
floor. You could opt to walk to the mall via the air conditioned overpass which
takes approximately 15 minutes. Else, use the moving walkways like those found
in airports which is highly recommended.
Once
in the mall, walk through the mall to the lower ground floor.
What to know
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At the Top, Level 125 Burj Khalifa is a
tribute to the Arab’s arts and culture. On this level, guests get to enjoy 360
views of the city, desert and the Arabian gulf beyond.
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To go to the observation deck, you travel up
by a lift moving at speeds of up to 10m/s
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Along the way, catch glimpses of other
landmarks around the world and how they compare to Burj Khalifa Tickets
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At the Top is just one of the three levels
open to the public. The rest include level 125 which is also part of At the
Top. By the way this observation is not really at the top but only halfway the
building. The third level is the luxury lounge, SKY on level 148 and at 555m.
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There are notable differences between At the
Top and At the Top, SKY. One is the pricing and SKY is way quieter with comfy
seats around should you need a rest after peering over the edge.
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The piece of art was designed by Adrian Smith
whose firm designed the Willis Tower formerly Sears Tower and world trade
center which are all remarkable mega structures :)
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Beside being the tallest building in the
world, the structure has broken several other world records including: The
tallest freestanding structure in the world, the highest number of stories in
the world, the highest occupied floor in the world, the highest outdoor
observation deck in the world, the elevator with the longest travel distance in
the world and the tallest elevator in the world.
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Big news 2020! ‘Jeddah Tower’ in Saudi Arabia
will claim the world’s tallest building title standing at least 3280 feet
tall.
What to expect
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If you won’t have booked your ticket online in
advance, you’ll be required to queue before proceeding to the lift to embark on
your journey to At the Top
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An outdoor section. However, if like most
people you’re creeped out to step out zoom in on the ground using cameras
connected to touch screens around.
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A dizzying experience looking up to see the
remaining 400 metres or so soaring above you.
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An audio tour detailing the engineering and
architectural detail of the structure
Why you should visit
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A bucket list ticker? Then the novelty of
going up the world’s tallest building is absolutely worth it!
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Impressive panoramas from At the Top that will
sweep you off your feet.
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The beauty of the structure as it towers above
all other structures along Sheikh Zayed Road
Helpful Tips
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To avoid crowds, consider visiting during
weekdays or off peak times
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The views from the observation deck are
terrific at night
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There are gift shops near exit elevators, and
another one on ground floor near the exit. So be sure to check in for cool
souvenirs
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A beautiful spiraling staircase known as the
‘spiral flight’ which connects levels 124 and 125. You’ll spot a giant, sparkly
chandelier overhanging the staircase and glass walls that give you more open
views as you move up or down the stairs.
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There are more advanced, interactive
equipments on this level such as the giga-panoramic telescopes that help zoom
in both day and nights for more up close views.
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If you’re questioning your photography skills,
there’s a photographer to take some cool photos of you
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Don’t miss the outdoor observation deck. A lot
of guests miss this opportunity because they’re not aware of it.
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To catch the breathtaking sunset, book your
time slot 90 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
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Backpacks, large bags or tripods are not
allowed up there.
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When booking your ticket on iticket.ae,
you’re allowed to select your preferred time of visit. It’s commendable to
visit at least 10-15 minutes before your selected time.
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If you plan on visiting over the weekend, book
in advance. However, have in mind the city tends to get hazy at times hence
limiting visibility. So don’t book so far in advance.
The
overall view from At the Top observation deck is overwhelmingly impressive and
the rate at which Dubai is growing, the skyline will explode into even
something more impressive in near future. Seeing and experiencing the city at
such a perspective is such a spectacle and a must do for everyone. By the way,
skyscraper/photographer lovers, this is a golden chance to have the best shots
of the opulent Dubai.
Dalphine
Wanjiru is a passionate content writer with over 6 years writing experience
across different industries and currently working as a content marketer at itickets.ae.
When I’m not writing I’m enjoying the captivating views of Dubai city from At
the Top :)
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