World's tallest structure with observation decks offering panoramic views


1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates Get directions

"Midnight here means a hyper‑choreographed blast of fireworks, lights, and lasers wrapped around the world’s tallest tower for a city‑defining crescendo." - Elissa Garay

"At 2,750 feet it’s the world’s tallest building and an unmissable Dubai icon; some of the best views can be enjoyed from ground level by the Dubai Fountains, but if you want to go up there are At The Top observation decks (including a vertiginous outdoor terrace on the 148th floor) or the restaurant and lounge Atmosphere on the 122nd floor — my tip is to save sundowner hour for the beach and go up for breakfast to watch the city wake below." - Nicola Chilton

"The world’s tallest building at 828 meters, anchoring Dubai’s architectural ambition and a rise that’s both literal and symbolic." - Karina Acharya
"The tallest building in the world at over 160 stories; visitors can ascend via an elevator that travels at an "ear-popping 33 feet per second," making the vertical journey as much an experience as the views from above." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"It really doesn't need an introduction after you've seen Tom Cruise swinging around its walls! You won't ever get sick and tired of admiring this architectural feat." - Orikami Lab