What are The Dubai Fountain show times?

Shows run daily at 1PM and 1:30PM (Saturday-Thursday), 1:30PM and 2PM (Friday), then every 30 minutes from 6PM to 11PM in the evenings. Each performance lasts approximately 5 minutes.

Is The Dubai Fountain free to watch?

Yes, watching the fountain shows from the waterfront promenade outside Dubai Mall is completely free. Fees only apply for optional experiences like abra boat rides (from AED 11) or boardwalk access.

Where is the best place to view The Dubai Fountain?

The waterfront promenade outside Dubai Mall offers excellent free viewing. For closer experiences, book an abra boat ride for front-row sprays or access the floating boardwalk. The bridge connecting Dubai Mall to Souk Al Bahar also provides elevated views.

How high does The Dubai Fountain shoot water?

The fountain shoots water jets up to 500 feet (150 meters) high, equivalent to a 50-story building. It features over 1,000 unique water formations illuminated by 6,000+ lights.

Can I book an abra boat ride during the fountain show?

Yes, traditional abra boat rides are available and offer a unique experience with front-row views and refreshing sprays from the fountain. Tickets can be booked on-site or in advance through tour operators, with prices starting from AED 11 per person.

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The Dubai Fountain

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Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

About The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain stands as the world's largest performing fountain, choreographed daily on the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake in Downtown Dubai. Designed by the creators of the Fountains of Bellagio, this spectacular water show shoots jets as high as 500 feet—the equivalent of a 50-storey building—synchronised to music and illuminated by over 6,000 lights creating more than 1,000 unique water formations. With 12 performances daily, visitors can watch from the waterfront promenade outside Dubai Mall or experience the front-row sprays from a traditional abra boat ride on the lake.

Highlights

World's largest choreographed fountain system

Water jets reaching 500 feet high

6,000 lights and 1,000 water formations

12 free shows daily

Traditional abra boat ride experiences

Floating boardwalk with close-up views

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value for money

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crowd management

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experience quality

9.5

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Evenings

6PM-11PM, especially weekends

Evening shows from 6PM to 11PM offer the most spectacular experience with dramatic lighting effects, making them the busiest times. For a more relaxed viewing experience, visit during the afternoon shows (1PM-2PM) on weekdays. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to secure the best viewing spots along the waterfront promenade.

Reviews

Visitors consistently praise the spectacular choreography, stunning evening light displays, and incredible value as a free attraction. Many describe it as a must-see Dubai experience with breathtaking water formations.

Spectacular water choreography and musicBeautiful evening light displaysFree world-class entertainment

The Experience

Type

Iconic Buildings Experiences

Tickets

Free Entry

Features

Live Shows Photography Allowed Family Friendly Romantic Setting Fountain Display Free Attraction Boat Rides Available Boardwalk Access Multiple Daily Shows

Location Downtown Dubai

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

+971 4 888 8888

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Take Sheikh Zayed Road and exit at Financial Centre Road toward Downtown Dubai. Follow signs for Dubai Mall parking. The fountain is accessible from the waterfront promenade outside Dubai Mall.

Parking: Dubai Mall offers extensive parking facilities with over 14,000 spaces. Parking fees apply: AED 20 for first 4 hours, then AED 10 per hour. Free parking available with mall purchases.

Estimated Time: 15-25 minutes from central Dubai

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