Things to do at Burj Park in Dubai

Downtown Dubai has several attractions and iconic buildings that also includes Burj Khalifa, the architectural wonder. In the midst of these glittering landmarks is the lush-green Burj Park. The park is a small man-made island featuring art fixtures, and wide walkways perfect for an evening stroll.

Fun things to do at Burj Park in Dubai

Burj Park is a popular leisure attraction in Downtown Dubai that comes alive during cool winter months with food truck festivals, art soirees and more. This tiny island is accessible by bridges from the main Downtown area and is located at the base of the Burj Khalifa along with the Burj Lake also known as the Dubai Fountain Lake.

It’s an ideal location to catch a glimpse of the Dubai Fountain at night when the park lights up with specially fabricated cube-shaped lights. The Burj Park running track is excellent for a jog in the morning. Here is a list of different things to do in Burj Park if you’re in the Downtown area.

Cycling

Head to the Burj Park by Emaar Dubai if you have cycling on your mind. The park has dedicated bicycle stands allowing visitors to hire a bike and cycle across this gorgeous park. A Project by Nextbike, the Byky street bike rental service in Burj Park is similar to those offered in London and other European cities. Bykys in Burj Park Dubai are available on rent 24 hours a day. It’s the best way to get around Downtown Dubai and visit various sites such as the Burj Khalifa, Souk Al Bahar and the Marina Walk. Cycling is a healthy and affordable way to explore the sights and sounds of Dubai.

• Cost of Byky bicycles: AED 15 for 30 minutes and AED 80 for 24 hours
• Location: Burj Park Dubai

Wings of Mexico

Burj Park in Dubai features inspiring artwork from different artists around the world. The Wings of Mexico is a sculpture specifically designed for the park by Mexican artist Jorge Marin, an expert in Mexican figurative art. The sculpture represents the possibilities of human interaction and creation. The Wings of Mexico celebrates human potential, their dreams and victories. This sculpture is a representation of the human desire to take flight and explore the world, experiencing the woes and joys of the adventures. The Wings of Mexico are on permanent display in several cities including Dubai, Los Angeles, Singapore, Nagoya, Madrid and Berlin. It is undoubtedly one of the most photographed landmarks in Dubai.

See the world’s tallest fountain

The Dubai Fountain is the world’s tallest performing fountain and it’s located in Burj Park Dubai. Watching the fountain show is among the must-try Burj Park activities. The massive fountain stretches over 275 metres in length, equivalent to two football fields! The majestic fountain rests on a 30-acre Burj Lake that provides magnificent views of Downtown Dubai.

The Dubai Fountain performs to a wide range of songs, right from contemporary pop songs to classic hits. Embracing five circles of varying sizes and two arcs, its powerful water nozzles shoots over 22,000 gallons water up to impressive heights, equivalent to that of a 50-storey building. The luminescent colour projections create a visual treat for crowds making it a popular attraction with both visitors and residents.

Burj Park Dubai Events and Gatherings

Burj Park is generally used as a venue for hosting different events such as Dubai Light show, Auto Show and The Market OTB, a pop-up market celebrating the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Dubai Fountain Lake Ride

Another mesmerising attraction at the Burj Park is taking a Lake Ride across the Burj Lake or the Dubai Fountain Lake. Take a short trip on a traditional Abra with enviable views of Burj Khalifa and other iconic landmarks surrounding Downtown Dubai.

• Opening hours: 05:45 pm – 11:30 pm
• Last boat departs: 30 minutes before closing time
•  Dubai Fountain Lake ride ticket cost: AED 65 per person

The Boardwalk

The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk in Burj Park Dubai is an exquisite floating platform where visitors can get a closer view of the captivating performance of the Dubai Fountain, the tallest fountain in the world. Take a stroll from Burj Park or Fountain promenade and make you way across the 272 metres boardwalk where the closest point puts you a mere 9 metres away from the Dubai Fountain. Get a front-row seat to the best water spectacle in the world. The fountain uses over 6,600 WET super lights and 25 colour projectors creating a visual spectrum of over 1,000 different water expressions, while 50 colour projectors provide a full spectrum of colour. In winter months, the Burj Park light show adds a new charm to the Dubai Fountain boardwalk. 

Visit the Dubai Mall

After taking a relaxing walk through the Burj Park, it’s time to explore the nearby areas. Your first stop has to be the Dubai Mall, one of the best malls in Dubai. One of the biggest malls in Dubai you will be surprised at the shopping and entertainment options at the Dubai Mall. The Dubai Mall has shopping options that suit all budgets. It doesn’t disappoint when it comes to entertainment choices like:

1.     The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with its breathtaking walk-through tunnel and thousands of aquatic species.
2.     The Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink
3.     The Dubai Dino Park, where you can walk through recreations of  prehistoric times when dinosaurs walked the planet
4.     The VR Park that takes you into the exciting world of augmented reality
5.     The 22-screen Reel Cinemas, which are one of the biggest in the world

Dining options at Burj park

Yeldizlar

Yeldizlar is a restaurant located at the Burj Park in Dubai. The restaurant serves authentic Lebanese cuisine in the Downtown area.

• Opening hours: Everyday 11:00 am – 02:00 am
• Average cost for two: AED 210
• Location: Burj Plaza, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-4470670

Vida Food Truck

The Vida Food Truck is a popular take-out option located near Burj Park, you can order your favourite meals on-the-go. The burgers are a must-try item from the menu.

•  Opening hours: Everyday 11:00 am  – 11:00 pm
•  Average cost for two: AED 80
• Location: Outside Vida Downtown Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-428-6902

General Information about Burj Park

• Burj Park Dubai Timings: The park is open to public 24/7. 
• Burj Park Dubai Location: Burj Khalifa Park – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
• Burj Park Dubai Contact information: +971-4-567-2030

Burj Park Dubai is a good spot to relax and take a quick walk in Downtown Dubai. You can visit any time and it does not have any entry fee. However, entry may be restricted if a special event is to take place in the park. It is also one of the only pet-friendly parks in Dubai, so you may spot a few furry friends while on a stroll here. You can also visit the Dubai temple in Jebel Ali located nearby.

Like Downtown Dubai, all areas in the emirate have excellent parks. For example, for the residents of Al Satwa, there is Al Satwa Park.

Dubai is a city that never sleeps and there’s so much to do for everyone.  If you follow the “work-hard party harder” motto, there are plenty of things you can do on a long weekend in Dubai to relax and unwind after a workweek. For beach lovers, the beaches and beach clubs in Dubai, like La Mer, JBR, and Kite Beach, offers a wide range of activities including water sports, beach games, food outlets and more.