Regardless of whether you are a visitor or a resident, when you are in Dubai, you must at least see the world-famous dancing fountains of the emirate twice.
The Dubai Fountain is something that attracts and keeps bringing people back. Although the show is always located beautifully, some residents see it as a good place to take a breath and forget about worries and anxiety momentarily. To young children, it becomes trance-forming, and to some adults, therapeutic.
The Dubai Fountain has been shimmering beside the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa, since 2009 and has been entertaining audiences in the emirate. It has turned into a symbol unto itself, another civic boast.
The Dubai Fountain is the largest choreographed system of fountains in the world. Over the years, it has been dancing to many songs, including Thriller by Michael Jackson, catchy K-pop songs, and even nursery songs like Baby Shark.
Planning to visit the Dubai Fountain, and never been to the emirate before, the following is a guide to the fountain that will answer some of the most common questions:
Is the Dubai Fountain free?
Yes, anyone may see the Dubai Fountain free of charge. This is readily accessible at the Dubai Mall; all an individual has to do is walk out of the mall and into the Burj Lake, and they can see the show at specific times.
There are also spots and restaurants in the Dubai Mall that face the fountain, particularly those in the terrace, where one can enjoy their dinner and watch the show.
When is the Dubai Fountain Show?
The Dubai Fountain performance occurs every 30 minutes between 6 pm and 11 pm daily.
Visiting during the holy month of Ramadan, though, one should first ask the personnel of Emaar or Dubai Mall about the hours. Typically, the show is only brought into the limelight after 7.30 pm during a holy month.
So, where can we find the Dubai Fountain?
It is always better to be in the front, on the rails by the fountain. Get as near as you can, but to get anywhere near it, you will have to be there before people come in.
One of the sure-footed methods of securing the best position is to purchase some of the paid experiences available.
Is it necessary to purchase tickets to the Dubai Fountain?
The show is free to watch, but in case one would like to make it special, there are two experiences they can book.
- Dubai Fountain boat ride: You will ride an abra, which will be sailing on the Burj Lake directly in front of Burj Khalifa. When the Dubai Fountain show gets started, you can watch it right there on the lake and from the boat.
- Ticket price: Dh68.25 per person / Children under the age of three are free.
- Operation hours: 5.45 pm to 10.45 pm, every day.
- Dubai Fountain Boardwalk: Here, you do not need to think of selfie sticks and getting your view blocked by people, especially their backs, when you want to see the show. Go out on the floating walk and see the gyrating waters without the crowds.
- Ticket price: Dh20 per person
- Operation hours: 5.45 pm to 10.45 pm, every day
Is the Dubai Fountain show worth the penny?
It is well worth it, particularly when you are in the emirate as a tourist. The choreographed dancing waters are well-balanced, and the lights and music are just well-integrated. It is captivating, and it is definitely not a median fountain. It is a global treat – and it is free and therefore definitely deserves a place in people’s hearts.
Why is the Dubai Fountain special?
It is the highest functioning water fountain in the world. Picturing 22,000 gallons of water squirting into the air – up to a height of 140m – this is what spectators will witness. And not all fountains can. The water dance is also well thought out, and popular music is played to get the crowd vibing.
What is the mechanism of the Dubai Fountain?
Under the bed of the Burj Lake, there are miles and miles of cables linking pressure pumps and projectors in what is actually the heart of the fountain.
Strong jets and nozzles then eject thousands of gallons of water into the air, which causes the movement of the fountain according to the music being played in the background.
A group of people oversees the fountain in a control room located on the upper floor of the Dubai Mall.
