The Burj Khalifa stands in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. It is known locally as the Khalifa Tower, and it is the tallest building in the world, rising 828 metres above the city. Its slender form is the first thing most visitors notice, whether from the street below or from across the Dubai skyline.
What a visit offers
The tower is above all a place to look out over the city. Its observation decks give wide views across Dubai, and the height makes the experience different from almost any other viewpoint you will find. Visitors who want to eat high up can also book a table at the restaurant, which is described as the highest in the world.
Planning your trip
- Getting there: the tower is on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard in central Dubai, so it suits a stop as part of a wider day in the city.
- Contact: you can reach the tower by phone at +971 4 888 8888 before you go.
- Around it: the surrounding district is a busy part of Dubai, and the tower works well as an anchor for an evening walk or a visit to the city's other landmarks.
Come for the views and the scale of the building. Allow time for the decks, and consider an evening visit if you want to see the city both by daylight and after dark.
