A Guide to At the Top and At the Top Sky, Burj Khalifa
People from all over the world consider Dubai an ideal holiday destination, for all the right reasons. The city offers a wide range of adventurous experiences, from water sports to skydiving activities! These activities give you a strong adrenaline rush, explaining why a lot of people who crave that experience-of-a-lifetime have it on their bucket lists.
One of the most famous things about this metropolis is that it has the tallest skyscraper of the world, Burj Khalifa. The 828-metre-tall structure is an iconic landmark across the skyline of Dubai. Most first-timers in the city will definitely want to take in the view from the top of Burj Khalifa. Even residents who have been in the city for years love the unbelievable spectacle that can be seen from this observation deck. Today MyBayut will briefly guide you about what to expect from At the Top, Burj Khalifa.
At the Top, Burj Khalifa – What is it?
At the Top is basically an outdoor terrace observatory that offers you 360-degree views of the city from the 124th and 125th floors of Burj Khalifa. Back when it was opened to the public in 2010, it was the highest observation deck. However, China left it behind by building its own observation deck in Canton Tower. That led the authorities to build another deck, which they did on the 148th floor, called “At the Top SKY.” Now at a height of 555 metres, At the Top SKY has surpassed its Chinese counterpart, making Burj Khalifa home to the highest observation deck in the world once again.
What to Expect from At the Top, Burj Khalifa
Both At the Top and At the Top SKY, Burj Khalifa offer you unparalleled views of the city. At the Top has 360-degree observation decks on the 124th and 125th floors. The 124th floor has an outdoor terrace and state-of-the-art high-resolution telescopes installed on it. Furthermore, the deck on the 125th floor has beautiful Arabian Masharabiya motif work as a tribute to the rich Arabian culture. There, you can enjoy a virtual bird’s eye view of Dubai. You can also save the memories of your time at the skyscraper using green screen photography with special effects. Gaming fans will be happy to know that you can also enjoy a virtual reality experience, while of being at the top of Burj Khalifa. Don’t be scared if you feel the glass beneath your feet cracking, as that’s just another fun experience they have added to the tour!
At 555 metres, “At the Top Sky” lets you experience what it feels like to be literally at the top of the world! You can also view prominent landmarks in the city thanks to the interactive experience that the motion sensors offer. The 148th floor also has the Sky Lounge, where complimentary refreshments get served to the visitors.
At the Top, Burj Khalifa Packages
Both the At the Top observation decks offers visitors guided tours as part of different packages:
- You can get the At the Top Burj Khalifa tickets starting from AED 141 which includes a Sunrise & Breakfast package every Thursday to Saturday between 05:30 and 08:00 am. At the Top Burj Khalifa price of ticket increases depending on which promotion you are availing.
- You can get the At the Top SKY tickets starting from AED 370. If you add in the Dubai Fountain Boardwalk, this ticket price starts from AED 380.
Visitors looking at the magical sight below from At the Top, Burj Khalifa
How to book your ticket
Ideally, people need to buy tickets in advance as they usually remain pre-booked. Although you can get these advance tickets in person, we recommend you to buy your ticket online. Keep in mind though that tickets are available only for up to 30 days ahead. When you book, you’ll have to consider whether or not you would have a child or an infant with you. If you want the additional VR experience, you can get that for another AED 38.1per head.
In case you fail to buy a ticket in advance, you can get immediate entry admission tickets. However, these cannot be booked online and you will have to visit the ticket counter. Once you get those, you can bypass queues and head straight to the observation deck.
Tips
- Depending on which observation deck you may select, your ticket price would vary.
- The time of the day you select to visit also contributes to your ticket price.
- The best time to visit the “At the Top” floors is from 03:30 pm to 06:00 pm, so you can view the sunset.
- Ideally, you should allocate at least one hour to the overall experience.
- If you have some time to kill in the area, be sure to also check out the other things to do in Burj Khalifa.
At the Top, Burj Khalifa contact and working hours
- Address: At the Top, Burj Khalifa, 1 Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
- Contact: +971-4-888-8888
Our Verdict
Being at exceptionally tall heights is not for the faint of heart. However, if you are sure you want to experience what it feels like to be at the top of the world, you should consider booking in advance. Unless you are willing to splurge, we would recommend you to try the At the Top, Burj Khalifa package first. If you stay in the city long enough, you could always revisit for a tour of At the Top Sky.
The presence of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and The Dubai Mall, has contributed to the unbelievable popularity of the Downtown district. Those of you looking to rent apartments in Downtown Dubai will certainly benefit from the upscale lifestyle the neighbourhood has to offer. Property investors are also keen on buying flats in Downtown Dubai as the area continues to garner millions of visitors every year, retaining its popularity with both residents and tourists.
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