Burj Al Arab

Where it is & how to get there

• Metro & taxi: Red Line to Mall of the Emirates, then a 10-minute taxi.
• Beach view: Jumeirah Public Beach and Sunset Beach (Umm Suqeim) have the classic view.
• Inside: Access to the island needs a hotel booking, a restaurant reservation or the Inside Burj Al Arab tour.

The story of the Burj Al Arab

The Burj Al Arab opened in 1999 on a man-made island 280 metres off the Jumeirah coast. Designed by architect Tom Wright to look like the sail of a dhow, it rises 321 metres and quickly became the emblem of a new, global Dubai.

Inside, a 180-metre atrium, gold-leaf details and duplex suites created its reputation for extreme luxury. Even if you do not stay, you can see the interior on a guided tour or over afternoon tea.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Best photos from Jumeirah Public Beach or Souk Madinat.
• The free public beach next to the hotel gives the best photos.
• Combine with Souk Madinat Jumeirah next door for dinner by the canals.

What's around the Burj Al Arab

• Souk Madinat JumeirahArabian market and restaurants along waterways.
• Wild Wadi WaterparkWater park next to the hotel.
• Sunset BeachPopular public beach with the iconic view.
• Mall of the EmiratesShopping and Ski Dubai, 10 minutes away.

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