A Look At the Top, Burj Khalifa

In modern time, there’s no structure that has aroused so much curiosity than the mighty Burj Khalifa Tickets. The structure is a magnificent piece of art worth the compliments and a visit to At the Top will prove this true. On the vantage point-Level 124 you get unparalleled views of Dubai and beyond, as well as have a first hand experience of the modern architectural and engineering marvel. 

Taste the Experience

●        Walk through Dubai Mall which is the entrance to Burj Khalifa

●        Climb up to At the Top on an elevator wheezing you at speeds 10m/s

●        Get entertained by a multi media presentation of Dubai’s exotic history and the interesting story behind Burj Khalifa

●        Incredible views of Dubai fountain and emirates popular landmarks. The Dubai fountain is the largest dancing water fountain in the world located on Burj Khalifa lake

●        A giant video wall branded “The Movement Art Wall” creates art work using body movements as you walk close by ;)

●        As you ascend to At the Top, expect a change in ambience as white gradient glass walls give an illusion of flying by clouds

●        A replica of Burj Khalifa known as the ‘Elements of the Burj” features digital projections in four varying themes including: Cloud, water, sand and glass giving the visitors a feel of the magnificence of the tower.

●        The Burj Khalifa model is hidden from the central reception area by a magic glass-a high end technological application enabling guests from outside to view the model almost as if looking through early morning clouds

Having purchased your tickets, it’s imperative to understand how to get to Burj Khalifa. Various means of transport include:

●        A Dubai metro system which is highly commendable, you’ll alight at Dubai Mall. The entrance to Burj Khalifa for your At the Top trip starts at Dubai Mall’s lower ground floor

●        After alighting the metro, you’ll be required to walk between 10-15 minutes on ground skywalks and tunnels until you get to the mall. Then head straight to the ground floor and if you’re lucky to have your ticket in advance, you won’t have to wait in the queue

●        A taxi: They’re readily available and the driver should be able to get you to the destination

●        Own car

Helpful Tips

●        Book in advance to avoid last minute rush/disappointments

●        Get your lens ready to capture the captivating views of the city, lake and desert

●        Take maximum advantage of the viewing state of the art telescopes that provide real-time and historical views of the city. The telescopes are HD with high zooming capabilities to help guests pinpoint various landmarks on ground level

●        Purchase a souvenir photograph taken at the entrance. Like you too need bragging rights.

●        To experience the spectacular show of the dancing fountain, book approximately 30 minutes before the show if you want to get a good spot

●        Bring with you a photo ID

●        Children under four years enjoy free access into the premise

●        Guides are provided in English, Mandarin, Arabic, Spanish, Japanese, Russian and German. This is availed in smart audio devices 

●        Children aged 8-12 years have a special option of a children’s special audio tour

●        Although a typical visit lasts 1.5 hrs, guests are welcome to stick around for as long as they prefer. So, whether you’re keen on spotting your favorite landmark in Dubai or soak in the beautiful scenery, take your time as time slips away real quick on this level.

●        Your time of visit is confirmed during your booking so pick your best suited time

●        Peak hours when the crowd is quite huge include 09:30-18:00, and non peak hours are 19:00-22:00

●        Enjoy to the maximum both the indoor and outdoor observation areas

Mind blowing facts

The beauty of any experience is derived from fully understanding the experience itself. Below we take a look at the interesting things about Burj Khalifa.

●        The tower is twice the size of the empire state building along other super skyscrapers around the world.

●        Apart from the Jeddah tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia anticipated to be completed in 2020, no other structure so far surpasses the iconic Burj Khalifa

●        The construction of the mega structure started in 2004 and finalized in 2009

●        Dubai Mall the entrance to Burj Khalifa is the largest shopping mall based on total area. It occupies approximately 12,100,000 square feet 

Dubai is a mesmerizing city, but at a birds eye perspective, the views are incredibly beautiful. You can spot the stunning Burj Al Arab at a distance and the gold/spice souks that together deliver a more authentic feel to Dubai. At the top, Burj Khalifa is an unforgettable experience that shouldn’t pass you by. If planning your trip already, get your ticket in advance at itickets.ae and enjoy great discounts, get your booking confirmed instantly and most importantly skip the long, boring queues at the venue. 

An opportunity of a Lifetime with-Burj Khalifa Tickets

What’s a visit to Dubai without visiting world’s most exceptional marvel? Now with Burj Khalifa tickets it’s easier to visit and loosen up enjoying Dubai’s spellbinding panoramic views from unbeatable heights.

Below we look deeper into the wonder that awaits you in the vertical city:

●        On ground floor of Burj Khalifa sits ‘Dubai Mall’-world’s largest shopping mall which houses world’s largest aquarium

●        The building boasts 163 floors making it the highest building on the planet

●        A state of the art multi-media presentation showcasing Dubai’s history and the successful completion of the edifice structure awaits

●        Ride in world’s third fastest elevator that ascends at an ear popping speed of 10m/s

Must know facts-Burj Khalifa

●        The structure is 3 times the height of Eiffel tower and nearly twice tall empire state building

●        Laid end to end, the structure’s pieces can stretch over a quarter of the way around the world

●        Burj Khalifa not only holds the world record for-world’s tallest building but six other records including: World’s tallest freestanding structure, World’s highest number of stories, World’s highest occupied floor, world’s highest observation deck and  world’s tallest service elevator

●        The total weight of the concrete used to build the structure is equivalent to 100,000 elephants, and the total weight of aluminium used is equivalent to five A380 aircrafts

●        The building sustainably collects 15 million gallons of water annually

●        During early construction stages, 12,000 workers worked on the construction per day

●        To complete the building, it took 110,000 tons of concrete, 55,000 tons of steel rebar and 22 million man-hours

●        Burj Khalifa’s design was interestingly drawn from a regional desert flower-Spider Lily ((hymenocallis flower)

●        Burj Khalifa has 1.85 million sq ft residential space and 300,000 sq ft office space. It also features health and wellness facilities, four pools and two observation decks

●        The building is home to world’s tallest art gallery that features commissioned works from over 85 artists. 

●        A stone sculpture design by Egyptian artist Karim Rashid welcomes guests to the office space

●        Armani residences are on level 9-16

●        The common area has a unique fragrance selected from upto 18 aromas

●        The observation decks gives a unique view of the dancing fountain below

●        Burj Khalifa houses world’s first Armani hotel

●        The exterior of the structure is made up of 26,000 hand-cut glass panels

●        The residential interiors represent facets of middle eastern culture including calligraphy and sand slopes

●        The building can hold upto 10,000 people at any given time

●        40 wind tunnel tests were carried out on the structure to ensure structural safety. This included subjecting materials to the wind tunnel tests at Hurricane speed 200 km/hr to ensure resilience against all conditions

●        The problem of placing concrete in high temperature was addressed by developing special concrete mixtures poured mainly during the night

●        It takes approximately 3-4 months to clean the entire tower

●         At the top SKY is world’s highest observation deck. On arrival here, guests are welcomed by a guest ambassador and treated to soft drinks, coffee and dates in a fancy lounge

●        The structure is a welcome sight for visitors to Dubai as it’s visible as far as 92 KMs away.

●        The living wonder gracefully rises from the desert and honors the epic union of art, engineering and diligent artistry

●        In 2010, Tom Cruise and cast crew filmed Mission Impossible:Ghost Protocol at Burj Khalifa. In this particular instance, Tom Cruise was required to not only hang Tarzan style from the top of Burj Khalifa but also leap out of a window-approximately a mile and a half above Dubai. 

●        The aluminium and steel make up of Burj Khalifa makes it susceptible to powerful lightning jolts. This gives photographers and videographers an opportunity to capture incredible images in mid strike-a sight far more dazzling and intriguing  than any water fountain or flashing billboard

Helpful Tips    

●        To avoid long queues, book your tickets online in advance at itickets.ae

●        Expect a free bag check  near the entrance, just remember to pick your bags on your way out

●        For an intense viewing experience on At the Top observation deck, utilize the high-powered telescopes to zero in on modern Dubai

●        If you visit At the Top SKY observation deck, a major highlight on the floor is an interactive screen where you fly over major landmarks just by hovering your hands over tech sensors

●        Tickets around prime hours (sunset) are pricey

●        A visit here is an opportunity to not only enjoy breathtaking views, but also take great pictures that will keep the memories with you forever

Next time you visit Dubai, don’t miss out visiting the impressive skyscraper. It’s a stunning fete of architecture and engineering that will inspire your imagination. Still, if you’re not able to make it here don’t fret. wherever you’ll be in Dubai, you’ll sure to catch the gleaming steel.  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 at Burj Khalifa enjoying breathtaking views from Level 125.

Motiongate-Dubai’s Disneyland

Motiongate Dubai and Disneyland are synonymous in that they exceed our expectations when it comes to entertainment not only for kids but adults too. Motiongate theme park features the three largest and most successful motion picture studios in Hollywood including: DreamWorks Animation, Columbia Pictures and Lionsgate. Get ready to be immersed in the world of innovation and creative storytelling. A warning though, you’ll be spoilt for choice for just how much you can do while at the park. There’s a multitude of attractions, entertainment and a host of things to do.

Why get a Motiongate Dubai Ticket? I’ll break it down for you.

Columbia Pictures

Guess you should be excited already as you get ready to step into the exciting world of adventures at Columbia pictures. Get on a high speed chase or join Ghostbusters in a paranormal style battle to save New York city! The park is action packed and there’s plenty to do including family rides, rollercoasters and interactive live shows

Smurfs Village

The Smurfs you ask? Yes! You get to chill out with the little, adorable buddies and get your imagination captured by the mushroom top houses. The village hosting the blue smurfs offers 5 attractions which includes play zones, exhilarating family rides and a charming theatre suited for all ages.

DreamWorks

How about an escapade into the unique land based on blockbuster classics among them Kung Fu Panda, Shrek and the renowned Madagascar! There are 12 attractions here including rides, rollercoasters, multimedia theatre shows and play zones that will keep you fully entertained during your stay.

Lionsgate

You want to hunt or be the hunted? Well, you’ll get to decide when you immerse yourself in the fast-paced, action filled world of hunger games. 

Studio Central

Curious of what goes into the beautiful pictures we love on our big screens? Well, get ready to be awed by the skill that goes into filmmaking, theatrical shows and the executive offices of a movie studio.

Helpful Tips

●        Book your ticket online in advance to avoid long queues

●        Each park closes at a different time

●        Have photos taken with different characters

●        If interested in watching a session in Hollywood theatre, confirm timings while booking to plan accordingly

●        The park has something fun to do for all ages

Motiongate is an absolutely amazing place with the entire park giving you the feeling of walking in a movie set or at least being a cartoon. It’s truly beautiful and magnificent and you too can be part of this experience. Get your Motiongate Dubai tickets online at itickets.ae and let’s go create some beautiful memories.

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  mastering the art of filmmaking at Motiongate. That’s what you get with your Motiongate Dubai Tickets. 

Bollywood Dubai Tickets

When we hear Bollywood, what comes to your mind? Great Hindi themed films maybe? Well, if that’s your answer, you stand a chance to explore world’s first Bollywood themed park with Bollywood Dubai Tickets. They say, opportunity comes once in a lifetime and that said, I’m glad to show you what awaits you in the park:

●        Cinematic rides

●        Blockbuster attractions

●        Extravagant Live Shows

●        Delicious cuisines across different cultures

●        Shopping

All the fun and buzz is spread over 5 themed zones inspired by Bollywood’s greatest films of all times including:

Bollywood Boulevard

Presents an enthralling range of entertainment, Cafes, Street style food carts and retails shops that will awe you. Get to take a glimpse of behind the scenes of Bollywood Cinema production and live stage shows. It’s magical experiencing film-making first hand and post production. Following is flamboyant dance and performances which will take you through time to the decades of Bollywood. Finally don’t forget to grab a drink in the Bollywood Boulevard modish restaurant celebrating the movie’s band magik and their incredible music

Mumbai Chowk

Never been to Mumbai? Experience the city of dreams and home of Bollywood in an immersive 3D media tunnel ride.

Rustic Ravine

Get transported to the bustle and hustle of middle India. Bhuvan and his team will be waiting in a simulator based ride that allows you play cricket against British Raj from the movie hit Lagaan and finally stepping into a celebration of a kind of Champaner Carnival

Royal Plaza

An area of opulence and splendour like no other in the park. In the central part of of the Royal Plaza stands the gracious Rajmahal Theatre that’s not only the lifeblood of Bollywood parks but also an iconic landmark. The world class venue happens to host India’s first broadway style Bollywood Musical.

Bollywood Film Studios

Encounter Krrish and RA One, your favorite Bollywood superstars. Also get a chance to ride a 4D multi sensory virtual ride and enjoy panoramic views of India’s spectacular landscape.

Helpful Tips

●        Buy tickets online to avoid queueing and enjoy cool discounts

●        There’s ample parking space in the park

●        The park is artistic and very colourful. Get your lenses ready!

●        There’s an interesting variety of popular dance, moves, actors and actresses of Bollywood hits. Get your dancing shoes ready if you’d like to participate.

●        There’s helpful staff all around the park to assist you when called upon

Bollywood park Dubai is a must visit not only for for Bollywood lovers but everyone seeking some wild fun and ready to explore the Indian culture. Book your tickets at itickets.ae and enjoy amazing discounts!

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 exploring different cultures and Bollywood park Dubai is definitely top of my bucket list. 

Experiencing New Heights-At the Top

Burj Khalifa is a magnificent structure and more so if you’re lucky to visit At the top.  It’s a beautiful experience imagining the size of the megastructure and just how much labour, time and resources went into its construction. It’s one of a kind wonder of engineering and you can’t help while inside but look down Dubai with astonishment from all the mega structures around the city looking like miniature models.

What to Expect

●        Go inside Dubai Mall

●        Ride a giant moving sidewalk to the tower as you watch in awe a multi media presentation of Dubai’s history

●        Take a glimpse of the tower at the end of the sidewalk before stepping into the elevator 

●        Take a high speed elevator soaring 10 m/s to the observation deck

●        Take in 360 degree, unrivaled  views of the city

●        Behold incredible views over Marina, Burj Al Arab and other astonishing sights through the panoramic windows

●        If you happen to visit in the evening, witness the scene transforms to a magical experience as the sparkling lights light up the night

●        If the weather is favourable, you’ll be able to step outside the outdoor terrace and experience the dramatic, unlimited views

●        Watch the spectacular Dubai Fountain show moving gracefully to the synchronized beat.

●        Gift stores where you can purchase Burj Khalifa mementos

●        The experience ends when you ride the elevator back down and then leave Dubai mall

Helpful Tips

●        Book your ticket online in advance and have it confirmed instantly

●        Children under the age of 3 access At the Top free of charge

●        Audio guides are availed in English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, Russian and German

●        Guests aged 8-12 have the option of a special children's audio guide

●        Dubai fountain can be witnessed as follows

Everyday except Friday 13:00 and 13:30; Friday 13:30 & 14:00

Evening shows: Daily 18:00-23:00 (Every 30 minutes)

●        Make use of the sophisticated telescopes around to learn more about landmarks below. You can also zoom in on the ground using cameras connected to the touchscreens dotted throughout

●        Highly recommended to visit later in the afternoon to witness Dubai from dusk to night

Fun Facts

●        Burj Khalifa is 828m tall and it took over 110,000 tonnes of concrete and 22 million man-hours to build

●        The tower holds 31,000 tonnes of steel which if laid out end to end would stretch a quarter of the way around the world

●        The exterior of the structure is clad with around 260,000 glass panels that give it a mirror finish

●        The building hosts one of world’s fastest elevator that allows you travel from ground to At the Top in around a minute

●        There are three observation decks open to the public including:

                At the Top (Floors 124, 125 ) at 452m which is by the way only halfway the structure

                Luxury lounge, SKY, (floor 148) at a height of 555m

●        There’s a total of 57 elevators in the building.

●        Level 124 has an indoor section complete with a gift shop

●        The telescopes in the observation decks provide virtual-time travel visions of the views far and below. You also enjoy up-close, real-time views as well as the past and future

Why you should visit

●        The novelty of going up world’s tallest structure makes it totally worth it. Like seriously, how many times will you have such an experience?

●        The exquisite panoramas and the fountains from the top look magnificent

●        You get to have the best sight of Dubai-Burj Khalifa towering above all other majestic skyscrapers

●        Besides the surreal views from this building. Nibbles, photos galore, perfumed air and beautiful custom concerto playing in the background await you

●        World class hotels and restaurants

●        You can spend as long as you like taking in the wonderful views before making your way back down

A visit to At the Top Burj Khalifa is not only a chance to experience new heights but an opportunity to learn, explore and become part of a world marvel. It’s a wonderful experience that anyone visiting or living in Dubai should experience. You too can join the bandwagon by visiting and seeing that this outstanding wonder really exist. For further inquiries or booking a visit, get in touch on itickets.ae and enjoy cool offers to Burj Khalifa. We’ll be glad to serve you.

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 am shopping At the Top gift shop. She fancies fine things :)