Dubai Frame Tickets
- Duration1.5 hours
- Open onDaily
- Meeting pointThe Dubai Frame entrance inside Zabeel Park
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Overview
The Dubai Frame is a giant golden picture frame, 150 metres tall, that literally frames old Dubai on one side and the modern skyline on the other. Our entry ticket includes deck access, so you can walk the glass-floored sky bridge at the top, look out over Zabeel Park and Downtown, and explore the Past and Future galleries. It suits couples, families and photographers, and a visit takes around one to two hours.
Highlights
- Entry ticket with access to the sky deck at the top of the frame
- Glass-floor bridge with views over old Dubai to the north and the new skyline to the south
- Museum-style galleries that tell the story of Dubai's past and its future
- Set in Zabeel Park, easy to reach by metro and taxi
- Excellent for photographs at golden hour and after dark
- Ticket valid for one day, sent digitally for quick entry
Full Description
The Dubai Frame in Zabeel Park
The Dubai Frame stands about 150 metres high and 93 metres wide, making it one of the largest picture frames in the world, and it opened to visitors in 2018. Its gold-toned cladding looks striking against the sky, and it sits inside Zabeel Park between the older districts of Deira and Bur Dubai and the towers of Downtown and Sheikh Zayed Road.
Many visitors come for Dubai Frame tickets after seeing the design on social media, and the structure lives up to it. It is a simple concept, with two towers joined by a bridge at the top, and the location was chosen so that the same view shows the city's beginnings and its present. Around the base you can stroll through the park and take photographs from below.
The Sky Deck and Glass-Floor Bridge
A high-speed lift takes you to the sky deck, the bridge that links the two towers at the top. Part of the floor is glass, so you can look straight down to the ground, and the panoramic windows show the Arabian Gulf coast, Downtown, Business Bay and the sprawl of the city on a clear day. Your ticket includes this deck access.
If you are asking whether the Dubai Frame is worth visiting, it depends on what you want. It is not as high as the tallest towers, but the view is unusual because you see two different Dubais in the same look, and the visit is short and relaxed. Sunset is popular, so choose a time slot early if you want the golden light.
The Past and Future Galleries
On the ground level, the first gallery uses screens, projections and displays to tell the story of Dubai before oil, from a small trading port and pearl-diving community to a regional centre. It gives useful context before you go up to the deck and see the modern city.
The Future gallery, located at the top of the frame beside the bridge, looks at the future with a light and sound show about what the city may become. Together with the deck, these areas make the Dubai Frame more than a viewing platform, and they are why many visitors spend closer to two hours than one.
Getting There and the Best Time to Visit
For anyone asking how to get to the Dubai Frame, the nearest metro stations are Al Jafiliya and Al Karama, from which a taxi or a short walk to Zabeel Park is easiest, and a taxi from most hotels takes a few minutes. Parking is available in the park.
The ideal moment to visit the Dubai Frame is late afternoon into the evening, when the heat softens and the city lights come on. Opening hours can change by season, so check your time slot in the booking panel. Taxis are inexpensive and quick from most hotels, and the park's gates and paths make the walk to the entrance easy for visitors of all ages.
Itinerary
- Arrive at Zabeel ParkHead to the Dubai Frame entrance in the park and show your ticket at the gate.
- Ground-level galleryExplore the exhibition about Dubai's past, about 20 minutes.
- Lift to the sky deckRide the fast lift to the bridge at the top of the frame.
- Glass-floor bridge and viewsWalk the deck, look at old and new Dubai, and take photographs; allow around 30 to 45 minutes.
- Future gallery and exitFinish with the future experience and walk back through Zabeel Park.
What's included
- Entry ticket to the Dubai Frame
- Access to the sky deck
- Valid for one day
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 3–11
- A short visit — about 1.5 hours
Not suitable for
- People who are afraid of heights, particularly on the glass floor
- Guests who cannot use lifts or stand for short periods
- Anyone hoping for a full-day attraction, as this is a one to two hour visit
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup with this ticket. Go directly to the Dubai Frame in Zabeel Park, Dubai, and show your digital ticket at the entrance. Taxis can drop you near the gate, and the park has parking. Please arrive a few minutes before your chosen time slot.
Important information
- Show your ticket on your phone at the entrance
- Dress modestly and comfortably; the deck is air-conditioned but you may be walking outside in the park
- Photography is welcome, but tripods and drones are not usually allowed
- The ticket is valid for one day for the date and slot you choose
- Opening hours change by season, so check your date in the booking panel
- Bags may be checked at the entrance
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much do Dubai Frame tickets cost?
The price depends on the ticket type and the traveller. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for the deck-access ticket, adult and child, before you pay.
How long does a Dubai Frame visit take?
Plan one to two hours. That includes the ground-level gallery, the lift, the sky deck and the future gallery, plus photograph time.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The ticket gives entry with deck access only. You can reach Zabeel Park by taxi, metro plus a short taxi ride, or your own car.
Is the Dubai Frame suitable for children?
Yes. Most children enjoy the fast lift and the glass floor, and there are child prices in the booking panel. Keep young children close on the bridge.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, modest clothing and flat shoes. The deck is indoors and cool, but you will walk outside in the park.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
If the booking panel shows availability for today or tomorrow, you can book. Sunset time slots go first, so book early for those.
Is the Dubai Frame worth visiting?
Yes, if you enjoy views and short, easy attractions. The unusual part is seeing old Dubai and the modern skyline together, and the galleries add useful background.
What is the best time to visit the Dubai Frame?
Late afternoon to sunset for the colours and the cooler air, or after dark for the city lights. Mornings are usually quieter.
Is there a glass floor at the Dubai Frame?
Yes. The sky bridge at the top has a glass-floored section, and your deck-access ticket lets you walk on it.
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