Sky Views Observatory overlooking Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai
Observation Deck & Thrill Experience

SKY VIEWS OBSERVATORY DUBAI

GLASS-FLOOR VIEWS · GLASS SLIDE · EDGE WALK

Sky Views Dubai: What to Expect at the Observatory

Sky Views Observatory is the viewing experience within Sky Views Dubai at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai. On levels 52 and 53, around 219.5 metres above the city, it offers views towards Burj Khalifa and a 46-metre glass-floor walkway. The Glass Slide links the two levels outside the tower; Edge Walk is a separately booked, guided outdoor ledge activity. Choose your ticket by its listed inclusions, not just the attraction name.

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Burj Khalifa rising above the Downtown Dubai skyline at sunset
Visitors looking through observatory glass windows toward Burj Khalifa

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Burj Khalifa & Sky Views Observatory: Entry Ticket

Visit the observation deck and walk on the glass floor.

Included

  • Access to Sky Views Observatory
  • Glass walk at Sky Views
  • Access to At the Top (Burj Khalifa floors 124 and 125)

Glass Slide and Edge Walk are not listed as inclusions; check the option you select on Tiqets. An upgrade option, Burj Khalifa Level 148 + Sky Views Observatory, is also offered at checkout. Cancellation and rescheduling options depend on the booking terms you choose.

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Visitors posing for a photo on the glass floor at Sky Views Observatory in Dubai

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Sky View Observatory: Entry Ticket + Glass Slide & Gold Package

Explore the observatory and glass walk, take one Glass Slide ride, then enjoy one food or drink choice from The Gold Collection Menu.

Included

  • Access to Sky Views Observatory
  • Glass walk
  • 1 ride down the Glass Slide
  • 1 choice from The Gold Collection Menu

Photos are not included. Glass Slide height, weight and consent rules apply. Check live availability, menu choices and booking terms on Tiqets.

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The Sky Views Observatory Experience

The indoor observatory at Address Sky View lets you look across Downtown Dubai from above, including a close view of Burj Khalifa. A glass-floor walkway links the towers and gives a very different perspective from a conventional observation deck.

The Glass Slide is a separate transparent ride between the upper and lower levels. Some admission options include a ride, while others have different inclusions. Read the ticket details before choosing a time slot rather than assuming every experience is included.

Planning the slide? Our Glass Slide Dubai guide covers ticket inclusions, height and weight requirements, what to wear and directions to the entrance.

Want a closer look at the setting and what to expect? Read our Sky Views Observatory experience guide.

How is Edge Walk different?

Edge Walk is a guided outdoor activity around the building's ledge, not the indoor glass-floor walkway or Glass Slide. It has its own booking slots, clothing rules and participation requirements. Availability may also depend on the weather.

If you would rather stay indoors, focus on observatory admission and check whether your ticket includes the slide. If you want the outdoor activity, confirm the Edge Walk is explicitly listed before booking.

For the differences in more detail, see our guide to the Sky Views Edge Walk.

Plan Your Sky Views Observatory Visit

A little preparation helps you choose the right experience and avoid surprises at the entrance. Check live availability and activity rules before paying.

Choose your ticket

Observatory entry, Glass Slide access and Edge Walk are not interchangeable. Compare what each option includes, its visit time and any age or clothing requirements.

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Find the entrance

Sky Views is at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai, near the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station. Check your booking confirmation for the correct tower entrance and arrival time.

Read directions and visitor rules

Pick the right time

Daylight helps you spot the landmarks, sunset changes the skyline's colours, and evening brings city lights. Choose the view you want, then check the available time slots.

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Sky Views Observatory

Sky Views Observatory

See Burj Khalifa from Address Sky View and explore the glass-floor walkway. Choose Observatory entry for the indoor viewpoint, then check whether your selected ticket includes a Glass Slide ride. Edge Walk is a different, separately booked outdoor activity.

Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame

At Zabeel Park, Dubai Frame offers a different view of the city's older and newer districts from its elevated glass bridge. It is a separate attraction, not part of Sky Views Dubai. Compare Dubai Frame and Sky Views Observatory before choosing your itinerary.

The View At The Palm

The View At The Palm

The observation deck at Palm Tower focuses on Palm Jumeirah and the coast, rather than the Downtown viewpoint at Sky Views. Choose it if the island panorama is your priority. Read The View at The Palm guide for the setting and planning details.

Sky Views Observatory Dubai FAQs

Sky Views Observatory is an elevated viewing experience at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai. Visitors can see Burj Khalifa and the surrounding skyline from the indoor observation areas and glass-floor walkway. The Glass Slide and Edge Walk offer different ways to experience the attraction.

The operator's FAQ currently lists Observatory admission from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM and Edge Walk from 10:30 AM–7:00 PM. Last admission may be earlier than closing. Confirm the schedule and your activity's time slot for the date you book.

Prices depend on the date, supplier and experiences included. Observatory admission and Edge Walk can have different prices; use our Sky Views Observatory tickets guide to compare options and check live prices before booking.

Sky Views Observatory is at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai. The Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station on the Red Line is a nearby metro stop; follow the metro link toward the attraction, or take a taxi to Address Sky View.

Check the entrance and arrival instructions on your ticket, as the Observatory and Edge Walk may have different check-in requirements.

The operator says the Observatory supports wheelchair users and visitors with disabilities. That does not establish eligibility for the Glass Slide or Edge Walk, which have separate participation rules. Confirm the step-free arrival route and any assistance with the venue before booking an activity.

Visitors generally take photos from the observatory. Check the venue's current rules for tripods, professional equipment and photography during individual activities before bringing extra gear.

The operator estimates around 35 minutes to enjoy the Observatory and around 90 minutes for the complete Edge Walk experience. These are estimates, not guaranteed queue times or a limit on your Observatory stay. Allow time for check-in, photography and activity queues; do not interpret the full Edge Walk session as 90 minutes continuously on the ledge.

It suits visitors who want Burj Khalifa in their skyline photographs and a glass-floor experience. If your priority is standing inside Burj Khalifa or avoiding transparent floors, another viewpoint may fit better. Read our Sky Views Observatory experience guide for the advantages, limitations and options for different visitors.

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian, according to the official FAQ. Admission as a child does not automatically qualify someone for the Glass Slide or Edge Walk. Check each child's height, weight, the activity's rules and any in-person consent requirement before choosing a package. Read the Glass Slide eligibility guide before choosing a family package.

The listed package includes Observatory entry, the glass walk, one slide ride and one choice from The Gold Collection Menu. Photos and Edge Walk are not included. It is not an unlimited food or drink package. Compare Sky Views Dubai ticket inclusions and check live menu choices and terms before paying.
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