Home to world-famous landmarks, five-star hotels and elite venues, Downtown Dubai has plenty to wow crowds – whether visiting or local. Alongside its glamour, the neighbourhood also displays an urban community feel thanks to its pedestrian-friendly design.
Some of the city's most awe-inspiring structures are dotted around Downtown Dubai, including the Museum of the Future and Dubai Opera. Many architectural firsts can be found here too, from the world's tallest tower, Burj Khalifa, to The Dubai Fountain – the world's tallest performing fountain.
Dubai Mall also sweeps across a portion of this neighbourhood. Not just a shopping destination, this incredible mall is a must-visit, with access to entertainment offerings, fine dining hotspots, fashion activations, art installations and more. Little ones will especially love a trip to The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
With its stunning vistas, it's no surprise that Downtown Dubai has a fair share of rooftop restaurants. Reserve a table at a hotel terrace, an alfresco mall eatery or Souk Al Bahar for views over the district's spectacular dancing fountains. We recommend at least one visit to Time Out Market Dubai for a foodie-meets-sightseeing experience.
Take sightseeing to a whole new level with an adventure session unique to Downtown Dubai. Stop by Sky Views Dubai and see the bright and buzzing streets below from a glass slide or bridge. True risk-takers can even try the Edge Walk, which puts guests on an outer ledge encircling the skyscraper at 219.5m above ground!