Burj Khalifa: At the Top observation decks
- Plan for about 1.5 hours
- Downtown Dubai
- Accessibility not confirmed
The observation decks of Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai. The standard ticket covers levels 124 and 125; the higher-priced ticket adds level 148, which has an outdoor terrace at 555 metres, a guided visit and refreshments.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket type | Price and booking |
|---|---|
| Silver: levels 124 and 125Entry to levels 124 and 125, including the outdoor terrace on level 124. |
AED 189 per person |
| Gold: levels 148, 125 and 124Entry to level 148 and levels 124–125, fast-track queues, a guided visit and welcome refreshments (Arabic coffee, sweets and soft drinks). |
AED 399 per person |
Prices include taxes. Children’s tickets are usually cheaper; the venue’s website shows the exact price before you pay.
Opening hours and best time to visit
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Every day | 10:00–20:00 |
Local time in Dubai (GST, UTC+4). Hours can change on public holidays and during Ramadan.
- Best time to visit
- Book a weekday non-peak slot for lower prices; the booking calendar shows which hours count as peak.
- Busiest times
- Peak-hour slots cost more and the booking page warns of delays during peak seasons.
- Time needed
- About 1.5 hours
What to see
- Double-deck lifts that climb at 10 metres per second to level 124
- Public outdoor terrace on level 124
- Level 125 deck at 456 metres with 360-degree views
- Level 148 terrace at 555 metres on the premium ticket
- Telescopes for a closer look at the city
How to get there
- Metro
- Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station on the Red Line, then a covered walkway into Dubai Mall. The walk through the mall to the ticket counter is long, so allow extra time.
- Taxi
- Ask for Dubai Mall and head to the At the Top counter on the lower ground level.
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Tips for your visit
- Collect your tickets at the At the Top main counter on the lower ground (LG) level of Dubai Mall before you go up.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before your time slot; queues can be longer in peak season.
- Prices change between peak and non-peak slots, so check the booking calendar for the time you want.
- Food, drinks, large bags, strollers, laptops, tablets and e-cigarettes are not allowed upstairs; there is a luggage counter.
- Children under 16 need an adult aged 16 or over, and children under 3 go free.
- In severe weather the decks can close for safety and weather closures are not refunded.
Accessibility
Accessibility not confirmed.
Questions and answers
How much does At the Top, Burj Khalifa cost?
On 29 September 2026 the Silver ticket for levels 124 and 125 was listed at AED 189 for adults and AED 149 for children aged 3–7. The Gold ticket, which adds level 148, was AED 399 for both. Prices vary by time slot.
What is the difference between levels 124/125 and level 148?
Levels 124 and 125 are the standard decks, with an outdoor terrace on 124. Level 148 is higher, at 555 metres, and its ticket adds fast-track entry, a guided visit and refreshments in a lounge.
Where is the entrance to At the Top?
Tickets are collected at the At the Top main counter on the lower ground level of Dubai Mall, and the visit starts from there.
How long does a visit take?
The ticket seller gives an average visit of about 1 hour and 30 minutes for levels 124 and 125.
Do children need a ticket?
Children under 3 go free. Older children need a ticket and must be with an adult.
Where this information comes from
Official website: burjkhalifa.ae
- Silver (levels 124 and 125), adult aged 8+: experiences.visitdubai.com, checked
- Silver (levels 124 and 125), child aged 3-7: experiences.visitdubai.com, checked
- Gold (levels 148, 125, 124), adult aged 8+: experiences.visitdubai.com, checked
- Gold (levels 148, 125, 124), child aged 3-7: experiences.visitdubai.com, checked
- Prices, inclusions, Silver hours (10am-8pm, last entry 7pm), rules, ticket collection point, visit length. Official burjkhalifa.ae and ticket.atthetop.ae returned HTTP 403, so the Visit Dubai (Department of Economy and Tourism) booking site, supplied by At the Top, was used: experiences.visitdubai.com
- Gold ticket inclusions, level 125 height (456 m), level 148 (555 m), last entry 6pm: experiences.visitdubai.com
- Ticket range on the At the Top booking hub: experiences.visitdubai.com
- Metro station and walkway: en.wikipedia.org
- Coordinates: nominatim.openstreetmap.org
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