A futuristic landmark that stands prominently in downtown Dubai, Dubai Frame brilliantly “frames out” the past and present of the city. It is an unusual attraction that draws in thousands of tourists each year and demonstrates the artistic and architecturally brilliant allure of the city. Whether you are visiting Dubai for business or pleasure, a trip to Dubai Frame is a must for any itinerary. Read on to learn more about Dubai Frame as well as many of the other great things there are to do in the surrounding area.
Dubai Frame History, Hours & Admission Fees
Constructed in 2013, Dubai Frame was the brainchild of renowned architect Francisco Donis, who was the winner of a ThyssenKrupp Elevator Architecture Award back in 2009. This unique piece of infrastructure was designed to bridge the gap between the new city and the old and bring them together in an artistic manner. While standing on the Old City side of of the frame, visitors get the opportunity to see the ultramodern vision for Dubai’s future. While standing on the new town side of the frame, visitors are offered the opportunity to get a glimpse into the historic side of the city.
A World-Record Holder in Dubai
Dubai Frame is the world record-holder for being the largest picture frame ever created. It stands in at an imposing 150 meters tall, so you can’t miss it! The structure was created from a decorative mix of glass, reinforced concrete, steel, and aluminum and features a modern and abstract look. Dubai Frame officially opened for tourists to visit in 2018. Visitors are welcome to step inside and ride the elevator all the way to the top where they can walk across a sky bridge, the top of the frame, and get a 360-degree view of the city from way up high. It is a remarkable experience that is made even better with the colorful lights and geometric decor located inside. By night, Dubai Frame lights up and highlights the cityscape.
>Admission is 50 AED for adults and free for senior citizens and young kids. Dubai Frame is open daily from 9am to 9pm, but you can tour the outside of the structure all hours of the day.
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Attractions Near Dubai Frame
Dubai is home to some of the most mesmerizing attractions on the planet and keeps getting better everyday. From high-tech light shows to therapeutic day spas, tourist spots near Dubai Frame include some of the best attractions and activities in Dubai!
Dubai Garden Glow
Part theme park, part museum, part botanical garden, Dubai Garden Glow is an attraction that will please your eyes and make you feel like a kid again! It is a famous nighttime attraction where visitors can stroll through enchanted forests, whimsical gardens, and an assortment of other indoor and outdoor displays that broadcast the glow of millions of LED lights.
- Within the Glow Park section of the garden, guests can walk through colorful castles, around lily pad adorned ponds, through giant flower gardens, and inside arctic palaces that will make you feel as though you have stepped into a cartoon.
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Dinosaur Park is a fun and prehistoric zone where visitors can experience what is was like to live in the days of the dinosaurs. This section of the garden is filled with mechanical dinosaurs that interact with all who cross their paths. Dinosaur Park features 120 dinosaurs in all.
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Bundle up and head over to Ice Park where you will be able to check out intricately designed ice sculptures in an arctic climate. Each sculpture is enhanced with colorful lights to make it even more appealing to the eyes.
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Magic Park is where visitors can go to experience eye trickery and optical illusions in a fun and interactive setting. Bring a camera and take candid photos as your friends and family stand upside down inside a house, ride on a lion, and more. Magic Park is just plain silly and is bound to make everyone in your party laugh.
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Art Park is for those who want to look at art in a whole new light. Each piece is sculpted using recycled materials and finished off with thousands of colored lights. At Art Park, guests will see wildlife, plants, flowers, and other objects.
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Dubai Garden Glow is open from 4pm to 11pm Saturday through Thursday and from 4pm to midnight on Friday. Admission to get into the park is 65 AED for adults and older kids. Kids three years of age and younger get in for free.
Zabeel Park
Located in downtown Dubai, Zabeel Park is an urban outdoor recreation space where visitors can go for some downtime after roaming around Dubai Frame and the rest of the city. It features pedestrian bridges, landscaped lawns, and beautiful Mediterranean gardens. Zabeel Park also features a BMX track, jogging trails, a prayer area, an ice skating rink, a kids play area with top-of-the-line toys, and much more. Admission to get into the park is 5 AED, and additional fees may apply depending on what activities you participate in once you get there.
Burj Khalifa
Head over to Burj Khalifa and check out the world’s tallest building. From base to tip, it measures in at approximately 868 meters and invites visitors to ride the elevator to one of the three observation decks to get a view of the city you will not get anywhere else in the city. The elevator ride takes one minute in total and the views from the top will blow your mind. Once at the top, you can stop by the lounge for drinks and refreshments while enjoying the scenery. Burj Khalifa is also home to a fitness club and a day spa that visitors are welcome to take advantage of.
Mozaiic Art Gallery
Housed in an industrial chic building, Mozaiic Art Gallery showcases a rich assortment of art by local artisans who have a passion for the finest details. Mozaiic Art Gallery believes that art is a way of storytelling and leaves it up to visitors to interpret it in their own minds. In this gallery, visitors will find painted canvases, wood and clay sculptures, abstract prints, and drawings. See something you like? Every piece in this gallery is up for sale and visitors can support a local artist with their purchase. Mozaiic Art Gallery is open Saturday-Thursday from 10am to 10pm and on Friday from 10am to midnight. Admission into Mozaiic Art Gallery is free to all.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Perfect for families and anyone who has a love for aquatic life, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the most impressive sea life attractions in the world. It features a massive 10 million liter aquarium tank where guests will see sharks, groupers, rays, and an abundance of colorful tropical fish. The aquarium has an underwater tunnel that measures in at 48 meters where you can get a view of all of the fish and sharks from the bottom of the tank. For those who are feeling brave, the staff provides snorkeling and diving tours of the aquarium so visitors can swim with the sharks and other fish.
Tourists are also welcome to explore the Underwater Zoo and learn about sea life of the rainforest, rivers, and ocean. Included in these astounding exhibits are creatures like Lion Fish, African Dwarf Crocodiles, Water Rats, Paddle Fish, and Garden Eels. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo hosts special events and educational classes for kids as well as adults throughout the month, see what is happening while you are in town. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is open from 10am to midnight daily and admission is approximately 145 AED for basic tickets. There are other fees associated with the added experiences and tours.
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Popular Hotels Near Dubai Frame
Dubai is famous for its high-end luxury lifestyle and visitors will experience the prestigious accommodations this city has to offer when staying at one of its fine hotels. Here is a peek at some of the most popular hotels being reserved near Dubai Frame.
Roda Al Murooj Hotel
A grand 5-star hotel that appears to cascade into the heavens, Roda Al Murooj Hotel provides guests with the ultimate in rest and relaxation. Rooms at this hotel can be reserved for as little as 326 AED per night during the non-peak travel months of the year and visitors can choose from an assortment of beautiful suites including the standard king room, a classic room with twin beds, a one bedroom suite, a Swiss executive room, or even a three bedroom apartment. No matter what your party size, this hotel has a room that will accommodate you.
Roda Al Murooj Hotel is decked out in warm and modern decor that promotes rest and relaxation. Each room is decorated with a natural color palette that compliments the atmosphere of Dubai. While staying here, guest can take advantage of a variety of amenities like a full-service fitness center, complimentary airport transfer, a courtyard garden, a hot tub, an onsite nightclub, massage services, a day spa, a steam room, a heated pool, and onsite restaurants that dole out international cuisine.
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Palace Downtown
Encapsulating the true spirit of the Persian culture, Palace Downtown is located near Dubai Frame and the other popular attractions of the city. Rooms at this premier hotel can be reserved for approximately 841 AED per night during the non-peak travel months of the year. Palace Downtown is sophisticated and modern, demonstrating the true spirit of the region. When booking one of the 242 rooms at this hotel, guests have an assortment of room floor plans to choose from including a deluxe lake view room, a deluxe fountain view room, a junior suite, or a diplomatic suite.
Each room at Palace Downtown is expertly designed to provide guests with a restful stay in a relaxing atmosphere. The rooms are outfitted in neutral furnishings with fun and modern Arabic elements. The beds are dressed in plush linens and the private bathrooms are loaded with complimentary toiletries. While staying at this hotel, guests are welcome to take advantage of amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, a sauna, a steam room, tours of the city, massage services, a hot tub, onsite restaurants, and an indulgent coffee shop.
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Sofitel Dubai Downtown Hotel
Modern and classy, Sofitel Dubai Downtown Hotel exceeds expectations when it comes to a luxury hotel option in the city. Suites at Sofitel Dubai Downtown Hotel are available to be booked for as little as 584 AED per night during the non-peak travel months of the year and there are several floor plans to choose from including a luxury single bed room, a coastline view room, or multi room suites. For those who really feel like splurging, the hotel offers a presidential suite that goes for approximately 6060 AED per night! This prestigious 5-star hotel is connected to The Dubai Mall so guests can shop until they drop without having to worry about carrying their bags very far.
Sofitel Dubai Downtown Hotel was built with modern luxury in mind. The rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, soft carpeting, and a neutral and fresh color palette that promotes rest and relaxation. While staying at Sofitel Dubai Downtown Hotel, guests are invited to take advantage of amenities such as a large and colorful kid’s play room, complimentary Wi-Fi, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an outdoor pool with a view, massage services, onsite restaurants that serve up fine international cuisine, an on-site golf course, a sauna, a hot tub, a garden, and an on-site nightclub where you can party it up!
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