The Dubai Fountain: Ticket Prices & Timings

Q: How often does The Dubai Fountain show take place?

The Dubai Fountain show takes place every 30 minutes daily, from 6pm until 11pm. Visitors can come and be dazzled by the spectacular choreographed water show, lit up by 6,600 lights and 50 coloured projectors. The fountain is 275m long and shoots water up to 140m into the air.

Q: Is The Dubai Fountain show free?

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Q: What time is The Dubai Fountain show?

The Dubai Fountain show takes place every 30 minutes from 6pm until 11pm daily. The world's largest choreographed fountain is located in the 30-acre manmade Burj Lake, which is directly adjacent to Dubai Mall . It is free to watch.

Q: Where is The Dubai Fountain?

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Q: How much time do you need at The Dubai Fountain?

The Dubai Fountain show takes place every 30 minutes between 6pm and 11pm daily, with each performance lasting approximately five minutes. Be sure to catch a show and see the majestic combination of water jets, lights and music on Burj Lake. If you have time, it's a good idea to watch a second display, as the diverse music choices can create an entirely different ambience from one show to the next – including Arabic, classical, K-Pop and more.

Q: What's special about The Dubai Fountain?

The Dubai Fountain show is a famous part of the city's incredible visitor offering. The display regularly attracts large crowds and dazzles onlookers with its epic visuals and dramatic music choices. The backdrop is equally spectacular, surrounded by Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar and Burj Khalifa in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

Please note: The Dubai Fountain will be temporarily closed for enhancements for five months starting from 20 April 2025. More details about the re-opening dates will be added closer to time.

Witness the tallest performing fountain in the world during your visit to Downtown Dubai. The Dubai Fountain offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in a captivating water, music and light experience suitable for the whole family.

Submerged within the 30-acre Burj Lake, at the foot of Dubai Mall, powerful water jets are laid out strategically over an area the length of two football pitches. The fountain jets up to 22,000 gallons of water as high as 140m in the air at any one time.

How can you experience The Dubai Fountain?

The fountains come to life every 30 minutes from 6pm until 11pm daily. And for a limited time, you can also catch afternoon shows at 1pm and 1:30pm from Saturday to Thursday as well as 2pm and 2:30pm on Fridays. The colourful, illuminated jets sway in time to a range of melodies, which will leave you spellbound. Some popular tracks include Michael Jackson's Thriller, Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman's Time to Say Goodbye and Power by Korean pop band EXO.

The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk

Located at the foot of Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain Boardwalk allows visitors to get even closer to the spectacle. Stroll around the 272m floating platform on Burj Lake, just nine metres away from the fountains.

The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride

You can experience this wonder even closer with the Dubai Fountain Lake Ride, setting sail on Burj Lake during the water show. Relax aboard an abra (traditional wooden boat) and enjoy the best seats in the house.

Ticket prices and booking information

The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk is priced at AED25 per person, including booking fee and 5% VAT. The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride costs AED73.25 per person, including booking fee and 5% VAT. Prices are subject to change. Book your visit now via the official website.

How to get to The Dubai Fountain

You can reach the fountain using the below transportation options:

Metro: Take the Red line and get off at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station. From here, it's a 15-minute walk through Dubai Mall to The Dubai Fountain.
Bus: If you are coming from the World Trade Centre area, take bus line 29 from the World Trade Centre Hotel 1 stop to Dubai Mall.

Please visit rta.ae for detailed public transportation schedules.

Alternatively, if you're driving, get on Sheikh Zayed Rd/E11 and make your way towards Downtown Dubai. Take exit 50 for D71 and follow signs for Dubai Mall/Fashion & Grand Parking/Cinema Parking, where you can park you car. From here, it's a short walk through Dubai Mall to your destination. Get a preview of your entire trip on Google Maps.

Restaurants near The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain is located next to Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, so you're spoilt for choice in terms of dining options. Time Out Market Dubai in Souk Al Bahar is a 4,000sqm food hall that houses 17 renowned homegrown eateries, including Chinese seafood concept Long Teng and renowned burger joint Pickl. There are plenty of other culinary hotspots to discover in the souk, including the Levantine-Emirati venue Siraj Restaurant, which serves camel meat and overlooks the fountain, and longtime favourite Karma Kafe.

If you'd rather enjoy a sky-high dining experience, head to At.mosphere restaurant in Burj Khalifa, with other restaurants inside the world's tallest building including Indian eatery Armani/Amal and afternoon tea venue The Lounge.

Dubai Mall is likewise a treasure trove for the discerning foodie. Taiwanese restaurant Din Tai Fung has become an institution in the city, famous for its xiao long bao among other delicacies. Fashion and gastronomy combine delightfully at Italian eatery Gia, which also has fountain views, while Novikov Cafe offers a chic and classy spot to take a break. Find out more about the wealth of tasty options at Dubai Mall, including its best restaurants and top dessert spots to try.

Hotels near The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain is close to numerous hotels in Downtown Dubai, which can suit all requirements and budgets. Address Dubai Mall is directly connected to the world's largest shopping, entertainment and leisure destination, as is Sofitel Dubai Downtown. Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai is situated a stone's throw away from the fountain, while Palace Downtown offers another great high-end option that's very close to the action. Five-star properties abound in the area, with other excellent options including The Dubai EDITION, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai and Armani Hotel, which is located within Burj Khalifa.

However if you're looking for simple elegance that's easy on the wallet, there are plenty of lower-cost picks nearby too. For affordable comfort in the heart of the city, check the latest prices for Rove Downtown, Carlton Downtown Hotel, Millennium Central Downtown, Ramee Dream Hotel Downtown and Ramada by Wyndham Downtown Dubai.

See our guide to the best hotels near Dubai Mall for more options.

Attractions near The Dubai Fountain

There are a whole host of attractions to visit near The Dubai Fountain. In Dubai Mall next door, let your children's imaginations roam free at KidZania, take them skating at Dubai Ice Rink, enter a high-tech playground at Play DXB, watch the latest blockbuster at Reel Cinemas and more. Or discover amazing things to do in Burj Khalifa, such as surveying the city from the At The Top observation deck.

Also nearby, you can take a memorable photo at the Wings of Mexico Statue, watch a world-class performance at Dubai Opera and go for a walk or bike ride in Burj Park. Thrill seekers will love the mesmerising city vistas from 219.5m in the air at Sky Views Dubai, while the stylish City Walk neighbourhood is also close and contains delights such as indoor rainforest The Green Planet and the Coca-Cola Arena.