All you need to know about Burj Dubai: the tallest in the world

Burj Dubai, or as it is also known as Burj Khalifa, is a high-rise building located in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated on January 4, 2010 AD, with a total of 162 floors and a height of 828 meters, and is therefore the tallest building in the world. Globally, this hike offers stunning views of the rest of the city from above. 

Burj Khalifa Facilities

Here are the most important facilities of Burj Khalifa: 

• pool.

• Jacuzzi.

• Tennis court.

• Residents' lounge.

• Health services.

• hopping Center.

• Suite residence.

• Fitness centers.

• Meeting rooms.

• Baby Nursery.

• retail stores.

• surface of the ship.

• BBQ facilities.

• rooms to play.

• Elevators.

• underground position. 

Activities you can do in Burj Dubai

Here is a group of activities that can be done in Burj Dubai: 

• Ride the tower elevator, which travels at a speed of 10m/s, where presentations are given on the history of Dubai and the construction of Burj Dubai.

• Climb to the 125th floor or the so-called observation deck, and there you can explore the Dubai Gallery (Falcon's Eye View) which offers a complete view of the city.

• Discover the sights of the city through telescopes equipped with high-definition cameras.

• Watch the Dubai Fountain show and enjoy aerial views from the top of the tower.

• Take a cultural tour inside the Etihad Museum, which showcases the history of the United Arab Emirates.

How to get to Burj Dubai

Here are the most important ways to get to Burj Dubai: 

• Metro: You can reach Burj Khalifa by metro, taking the red metro line that connects to Burj Khalifa station, and from there to the tower on foot via an air-conditioned flyover. 

• Taxi: You can get to Burj Khalifa by taxi, by taking any taxi that leads to the Dubai Mall entrance near the Dubai Fountain, and from there to the ticket collection point at the Tower. 

Types of tickets to visit Burj Dubai and their cost

There are many tickets that can be purchased to visit Burj Dubai, here are the types and costs: 

• Tickets for ages 4 and up: AED 359 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and from afternoon to 6:00 p.m., the ticket price is AED 459.

• Baby ticket (under 4 years old): free.

Hotels near Burj Dubai

Here is a group of hotels near Burj Dubai:

• Address Boulevard Hotel: 

It is located in a 5-star property, overlooking Burj Khalifa, and is a 15-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.

It has 3 swimming pools and all its rooms and suites are characterized by calm and neutral colors, in addition to parking and free internet connection.

• Armani Hotel Dubai: 

It is rated 5 stars and is located inside the Burj Khalifa, a 20-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.

It features a luxury spa, seven gourmet restaurants, fitness center, parking, and free internet.

• Downtown Palace: 

It is rated 5 stars and overlooks the Dubai Fountain and the lake surrounding Burj Khalifa.

It includes 4 restaurants, a spa, a swimming pool, parking and free internet access.

Restaurants near Burj Dubai

Here is a group of restaurants near Burj Dubai:

• Armani Restaurant/Lounge: Located in the Armani Hotel Dubai, it serves many international cuisines.

• The Sky View Address Restaurant: Serves many international and international dishes.

• Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steak House: It serves many Brazilian dishes, especially steak.

Other important information about Burj Dubai

World record

Among the records obtained by Burj Dubai:

• The tallest building in the world.
• The tallest freestanding building in the world.
• The highest number of floors in the world.
• The highest haunted floor in the world.
• The tallest outdoor viewing platform in the world.
• The longest elevator in the world.
• The highest service elevator in the world.

Monuments near Burj Dubai

Here is a group of landmarks near Burj Dubai:

• Visit the Armani Spa, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and individual treatments, as well as fitness.
• Enjoy watching the Dubai Fountain, which is designed in the form of music and pumps water from a height of around 500 feet.
• Stroll through the Dubai Mall, which is full of upscale shops, restaurants and cafes, as well as an aquarium and an ice skating rink. Admission tickets start at $120.

Useful tips when visiting Burj Khalifa

Here are some tips when visiting Burj Dubai.

• It is recommended to visit the observation deck during sunset hours to enjoy the best view.

• It is advisable to book your tickets in advance to guarantee a place.

• The QR code can be scanned via any kiosk employee in the tower.