What's Downtown Dubai like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Downtown Dubai, especially its shops. You can take time to discover this scenic neighbourhood's aquarium. If you're hunting for the perfect souvenir, head over to Dubai Mall to shop. Burj Khalifa and Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
How to get to Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai is located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from the heart of Dubai.
Flying to:
- Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.), 6 mi (9.6 km) from Downtown Dubai
- Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from Downtown Dubai
- Dubai (DWC-Al Maktoum Intl.), 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from Downtown Dubai
Getting to Downtown Dubai on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Burj Khalifa - Dubai Mall Station
- Business Bay Station
Things to see and do in and around Downtown Dubai
What to see in Downtown Dubai
- Burj Khalifa
- Dubai Fountain
- Emaar Square
- Dubai Ice Rink
- Dubai Water Canal
Things to do in Downtown Dubai
- Dubai Mall
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
- Souk al Bahar
- KidZania
- Dubai Opera
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
