More than a shopping mall
The Dubai Mall sits at the foot of Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai. It covers more than 5.9 million square feet and has over 1,200 stores, from everyday brands to a dedicated luxury area called Fashion Avenue.
It is also a full day out. Inside you will find the Dubai Aquarium, an Olympic-sized ice rink, KidZania for children, a VR park and a large cinema. More than 200 restaurants and cafes cover everything from quick bites to dinner with a view of the Dubai Fountain.
Entry is free. Plan to arrive early on weekdays for a calmer visit, and leave time in the evening for the fountain show just outside the mall.
What to do at The Dubai Mall
A mix of free and paid attractions. Ticketed attractions have their own prices and hours.
Shopping
International fashion, electronics, jewellery, gifts and souvenirs. Fashion Avenue has the luxury labels.
Dubai Aquarium
A 10-million-litre tank with over 300 marine species, viewed from a walk-through tunnel.
Ice rink and VR park
An Olympic-sized ice rink open to all skill levels and a VR park with virtual and augmented reality games.
KidZania and family fun
An educational role-play city for children, plus play areas and a cinema.
Dubai Fountain
Water, light and music shows every evening just outside the mall, with views from the promenade.
Dining
More than 200 places to eat, from the food court to restaurants with fountain views.
Plan your visit
A relaxed way to cover shopping, an attraction and the fountain in one day.
- 10:00 AM
Hotel pickup and arrival
Arrive when the shops open for fewer crowds. Your driver drops you at a convenient entrance.
- 10:30 AM
Shopping and Fashion Avenue
Browse the main levels while it is quiet and walk through the Souk and the luxury area.
- 1:00 PM
Lunch
Choose from the food court or a sit-down restaurant. Cafes open from breakfast on weekends.
- 2:30 PM
Aquarium or ice rink
Pick one attraction. Book a timed ticket in advance for the aquarium.
- Evening
Fountain show and return
Walk to the promenade for the evening Dubai Fountain show, then meet your driver for the ride back.
Entry and opening hours
Entering The Dubai Mall is free. Attractions inside, such as the aquarium, ice rink, KidZania and VR park, are ticketed separately.
The Dubai Mall
General entry to the mall.
Shops 10 AM - 11 PM Mon-Thu
Dubai Aquarium
Ticketed attraction inside the mall.
Prices vary by ticket type
Dubai Fountain
Evening show outside the mall.
From about 6 PM, every 30 min
Opening hours
Shops open from 10 AM to 11 PM Monday to Thursday and from 10 AM to midnight Friday to Sunday. Restaurants and the food court stay open later, until about midnight on weekdays and 1 AM on weekends. Public holidays can change these hours.
Hours are taken from published guides and can change. We confirm opening times and attraction prices for your date. Parking is free for the first few hours in some car parks and always free in others.
Photo gallery
A look inside The Dubai Mall. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
How we help you visit
We arrange the transport and tickets so the day is simple. Entry fees are set by the attraction and can change, so we confirm the exact total before you pay.
We take care of
- Return hotel or home transfer by private car or shared vehicle
- Drop-off at the entrance that suits your plans
- Help booking aquarium or attraction tickets
- Combine with Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain
- Friendly support on WhatsApp during your visit
Not included
- Attraction tickets unless you book them with us
- Shopping, food and drinks
- Parking fees if you drive yourself
- Tips
Good to know before you go
Metro and access
Take the Red Line to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station and walk through the air-conditioned Metro Link Bridge.
Parking
Over 13,000 spaces. Some car parks are free for the first few hours, and others are always free.
Dress and rules
Dress modestly. Pets are not allowed except service animals, and smoking is prohibited inside.
Best time
Weekdays and mornings are calmer. Evenings and weekends are busiest, especially around the fountain.
