The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain

Dubai is a city which has so many world records that this city has Guinness World Records authorities in the city itself. With making 93 records in 2019 alone, one of the record holding tourist spots is The Dubai Fountain.

Just outside the Dubai mall and by the side of the gigantic Burj Khalifa, Dubai fountain is one of the places not to miss by any tourist. It's free for everyone to see and enjoy, there are lake rides which would ride you around the fountain for half an hour letting you experience it much closer.

The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system located on the 12 hectare (30 acre) man made Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was designed by WET Design, a California-based company also responsible for the fountains at the Bellagio Hotel Lake in Las Vegas. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 colored projectors, it is 275 m (902 ft) long and shoots water up to 500 ft (152.4 m) into the air accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. It was built at a cost of AED 800 million.

The Dubai Fountain can spray 22,000 gallons (83,000 litres) of water in the air at any moment. More than 6,600 lights and 25 colour projectors have been installed. The fountain contains five circles of different sizes and two arcs. During the end of 2010, a new element was added to the fountain, fire, which outlined the fountains. The fire was temporary for the 2011 New Years celebration. The beam of light from the fountain can be seen from over 20 miles away. 

The Dubai Fountain

The fountain is animated with performances set to light and music. It is visible from every point on the lake promenade and from many neighboring structures. Performances take place at 1:00 pm and at 1:30 pm as well as every 30 minutes from 6 pm to 10 pm on weekdays, and from 6 pm to 11 pm on weekends (weekends being Thursday, Friday, and Saturday).

What Not to Miss at Dubai Fountain

Dubai Fountains Show Lake Ride

Getting good views of the evening Dubai Fountain Shows means    competing with the crowds that pack the Burj Lake promenade for each performance. Forget the hassle and experience the ultimate views on this ‘abra’ boat ride. Choose a showtime that suits you, settle abroad, and admire the Burj Khalifa from the lake before enjoying front-row views of the illuminated waters as you cruise close to the dancing fountains.

Dubai: Fountain Show and Burj Lake Ride by Traditional Boat

Dubai Fountain Walk Bridge

People flock to the Dubai Fountain evening shows, often obstructing views of the dancing jets. Treat yourself to the best vantage point with admission to the Fountain Bridge—also known as the Boardwalk—the floating walkway close to the jets and exclusive to ticket-holders. Your ticket provides time-limited access for your chosen show time, with optional upgrades to add transport from the airport or private or shared hotel transfers.

The Dubai Fountain | Burj Khalifa

While you can enjoy watching the fountain from the bridges and walk by you can also enjoy watching the extraordinary fountains from the top of Burj Khalifa or while having dinner in one of the best hotels in dubai mall which give an absolutely stunning view of  The Dubai Fountain.

What Not to Miss at Dubai Fountain

1. The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo:

Located within the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo house some of the rarest underwater species in artificially created habitats.  For the more brave-hearted, the Aquarium offers a number of different activities including Scuba Diving, Cage snorkelling or Shark Diving, which involves coming face to face with the Aquarium's collection of Sand Tiger Sharks. The Underwater Zoo also offers presentations and tours around the area, with its main attractions being the King Croc and the exhibit displaying UAE's 'Night Creatures'. You can book a Dubai aquarium & underwater zoo tour to make your trip memorable.

2. The Dubai Opera House:

Located in the heart of Dubai's opera district, the Dubai Opera House hosts a plethora of events ranging from music concerts, theatre or dance performances, operas, exhibitions and more. Known as one of the most magnificent architectural works of the city, the Dubai Opera House can house nearly 2000 people, and it's flexible structure allows it to hold both offstage and onstage events. The Opera House hosts a number of theatre performances every week.

3. Burj Park:

Contained in a little island on the Burn Lake, the Burj Park is a quaint leisurely attraction in Downtown Dubai offering a full unobstructed view of the Dubai Fountain and the Burj Khalifa. The well-landscaped park is designed to host a number of events including weddings or outdoor concerts and is the designated venue for the popup markets set up during the Dubai Shopping Festival in winter. The scenic spot provides a perfect locale to enjoy a quiet picnic or simply go biking along the cemented roads. Bike hiring and parking spaces are made available near the entrance to the park and have a restaurant of its own.

Restaurants near Dubai Fountain

Thiptara:

A venture of the Palace Downtown, Thiptara offers a luxury waterfront dining experience as it is the most amazing place to enjoy a romantic dinner in Dubai. Situated along the Burj Lake, the Thiptara directly looks out to the Dubai Fountains and the Burj tower. If you have a penchant for Thai food, Thiptara, with its indigenous Indonesian dishes, is the place to go.  Delicacies range from dim sums to seafood and rice curries, with their speciality being the Massaman lamb curry.

Claw Bbq:

Located in Dubai's Souk Al Bahar, CLAW is a Barbeque eatery and American restaurant. Their menu includes a variety of seafood dishes along with American street food. CLAW also boasts its host of sizable food challenges for the diners, including the supersized burger and inferno wings challenge. The accompanying CLAW Barn is a game room open to diners, fitted with arcade games and a jukebox. The restaurant also serves alcohol.

Asado:

The restaurant Asado was built as a homage to traditional Argentinian cuisine. Also a part of the Palace Downtown,  Asado prides itself in its range of traditional Argentinian steaks, which is prepared on a 'parrilla' or an open grill before the diners. Signature dishes include the grilled meat platter.

Ewaan:

Placed against the setting of flamboyant Arabic architecture, the Ewaan Restaurant in Palace Downtown offers a blend of traditional Arabic as well as Oriental cuisine. This waterfront restaurant offers both a la carte and buffet lunch and dinner services, with a wide range of Arabic finger foods, seafood dishes and chocolate-based desserts.

BiCE Mare:

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Dubai, BiCE Mare is one of the best and most notable restaurants in Dubai serving Italian cuisine. The menu boasts of a wide range of seafood. The food is prepared out of fresh, local produce, and the menu features plenty of vegan-friendly items. The waterfront restaurants give a direct and unobstructed view of the Dubai fountain show and remain packed to the rafters at most times.

Mint Leaf of London:

Mint Leaf of London in Dubai Downtown offers the best luxury Indian dining experience and it is one of the best Indian restaurants in Dubai. If you're a fan of traditional Indian curries, Mint Leaf will not disappoint. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating options and provides a fantastic view of the Burj Lake outside it.

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Places to Stay near Dubai Fountain

The Palace Downtown:

Strategically located in Downtown Dubai near the biggest tourist attractions in the city, the Palace Downtown is a luxury hotel providing a traditional Arabic palatial experience. All the rooms in the hotel are fitted with balconies and terraces looking out to the Burj Lake or the Dubai Fountains. The hotel is also popular for hosting one of the most famous Friday brunches in the city.

Armani Hotel:

A 10-minute walk from the Dubai Mall, the Armani Hotel offers a high-end stay. Along with modern, well-clad rooms and plush lounging suites, the hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace lounge and 8 restaurants, including Italian and Japanese options. It is the best hotel in Dubai which cater to top-notch amenities

Emirates Grand Hotel:

Housed in a 47-storey tower, the Emirates Grand Hotel is located only 4 kilometres away from the Dubai Mall. The upscale rooms provide housing as well as small kitchens. This alcohol-free hotel also features a spa, a sauna, a rooftop pool and two restaurants serving traditional as well as international cuisine.

Shangri-La Hotel:

Providing an armchair view of the Arabian Sea, the plush rooms in Shangri-La provide minibars, tea and coffee makers, along with bathrooms fitted with soaking tubs. Suites feature separate living and dining spaces along with 24/7 room service.  Other amenities include three indoor restaurants, one outdoor bar and two lounges.

Tips to Visit the Dubai Fountain

• The fountain shows get crowded quickly. In order to make sure that you get seats that give you a good view of the light and sound show, tickets should be booked early, and preferably a few days in advance.

• Although the fountain has shows in the afternoon as well, it is best experienced during sunset or immediately after, when laser and light shows accompany the music.