Burj Khalifa visitors guide: What you need to know before you book the tickets

Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world and also offers the loftiest observation decks. Every year millions of guests visit the Burj Khalifa observation decks to enjoy the views of Dubai city and the architectural marvel of the building itself. If you are also planning to visit the observation deck, there are a few things you should know before buying the Burj Khalifa tickets This article provides all the information you will need to make sure your visit is perfect. 

#1 Know the right time to visit 

Picking the right time to visit can significantly affect your experience in terms of crowd levels, views and ticket prices. Mornings are the best time visit for a crowd free experience and tickets during this time are the cheapest.

Sunset is the best time to enjoy the views. However, this is also the most crowded period of the day and the ticket prices are higher than usual. 

Burj Khalifa

#2 Pick the right ticket 

There are various tickets available to explore Burj Khalifa. The basic entry ticket let’s you explore the observation decks on level 124 and 125. Hence it is also called the At the Top tickets. For visitors who wish to explore At the Top Sky on level 148, a skip the line At the Top Sky ticket is available. This also included entry to At the Top. 

For a premium visit, you can also visit the lounges on level 152 to 154 with the VIP lounge access tickets. You can also reserve a table at the lounge restaurant for dinner or lunch. 

If you are planning to visit multiple attractions in the neighborhood, Burj Khalifa tickets are also available in combination with Dubai Aquarium or Sky Views Observatory tickets.

#3 Book your tickets in advance

With millions of tourists and locals making their way to the tallest observation decks in the world, the Burj Khalifa tickets have a high demand. 

Make sure you secure your admission tickets in advance and don’t save it for the last minute. The ticket availability reduces and prices increase tremendously on the day of visit.

If you are traveling from a different country or city and can’t pre-book your tickets at the venue, online platforms can serve the purpose. You can purchase your tickets from authorized platforms like Get Your Guide and Tiqets who are official ticket partners of Burj Khalifa.

When you book your tickets online, you can enjoy early bird discounts, get combo deals and also save your time and effort of going through long ticket counter queues. 

#4 Be aware of scams 

While purchasing your tickets make sure the provider is authorized by Burj Khalifa. Do not purchase from any unauthorized third party sellers. Always book your tickets from official partners like Get Your Guide and tiqets. 

Avoid purchasing tickets from guides or tour providers near the Dubai Mall or downtown Dubai. Tourists have often reported scammers who sell them fake tickets for high prices.