The Dubai Mall
The Dubai Mall
4.5
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This downtown mall is known for luxury stores like Cartier and Harry Winston. It also has an aquarium, ice rink, and 360-degree views of the city from the world’s tallest building, The Burj Khalifa.
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Neighbourhood: Downtown Dubai
You can’t fail to miss Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. It towers over the city and resides in the prestigious Downtown development. Once an old army base, Downtown is now the jewel in Dubai’s crown, a beautiful residential and leisure area housing not only the world’s tallest building, but the world’s largest fountains and mall. Wide marble sidewalks are perfect for strolling, with restaurants, art galleries and children’s play areas. Specially commissioned sculptures line the roads and Downtown is often used as a canvas for modern art displays and community events such as Classic Car Shows and National Day parades. In the cooler months, cross one of the many bridges to the Burj Khalifa park and enjoy a picnic alongside residents and visitors, or enjoy a lunch or dinner watch the dancing fountains. Because of its mixed use, Downtown is a fantastic place to mix with Dubai residents and locals and watch real life unfold in a cosmopolitan environment.
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- NelsonNewmarket, Canada82 contributionsWorth visitingVery high-class mall, just as the stories tell. Very big and a little convoluted with its paths, so download their map app and use the free wifi. Be prepared to walk A LOT! I found no actual order to the layout of the mall. Some sections do have the high class brand stores, but everything was spread around. For being the "best mall in the world", it was hard to give it 5 stars for this. Am I nitpicking? probably, because this mall is extremely impressive. There is an aquarium with penguins and sea lions, sharks and turtles, jellyfish, and all other types of ocean animal life, even with a boat tour option INSIDE THE MALL. There was a small zoo as well, with a big alligator and many other animals. There was an ice rink, and an indoor skiing section. Wow! Need I say more? It felt like I was in a Richie Rich comic. A very impressive mix of entertainment. I am missing well over 80% of all the other options that mall had in this review as well just so you are aware. There is just so much to do. Store variety, well, as you can expect. They have basically everything you can think of, and definitely everything that is popular in the world of fashion. It was very packed, but the traffic of movement seemed to flow well so you won't get stuck between people. At least not often. The food court was just horrible. Way too small for a mall this big! This was very packed and it wasn't smooth to walk around here at all. They did not let you eat outside the food court, so I feel like this really needs improvement if they will have such a rule. Make the area bigger to fit a better proportion relative to the rest of the mall. You can fit in an indoor boat tour with fish feeding, but can't make the food court bigger? I really recommend this becomes a priority because it was the biggest flaw of this mall. Either way, this place fits its fame. It is a must visit if you will be in Dubai. Many stores, many attractions, many things to enjoy. Realistically you will probably go more than twice. Just make sure you know how to navigate through their parking lot, as getting a taxi out the front door will be near impossible! I always had to go through the basement and that was really confusion for me personally.Hello, Mudlip. I appreciate you taking the time to share your personal experience. It makes everyone here very happy when a guest leaves a glowing review after their visit. Please know that I have shared your comments with our team, as we are always looking for ways to enhance our services. We're looking forward to seeing you again.Written 12 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2022Written 12 December 2022
- Carla R2 contributionsDubai Mall "WOW" must visitThe mall amazes with its size and wide range of high end shops and brand. In the evening, you can also watch a dancing fountain show next to the Dubai Mall. The show takes place every half hour and is completely free of charge. It’s better you come there beforehand to take good places or make a reservation in a restaurant that has a spectacular view of the fountains.Hello, Carla. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are glad to hear that you were amazed by the size and range of high-end shops and brands available at the Dubai Mall, and that you were able to enjoy the free dancing fountain show in the evening. It's great to hear that you recommend coming early to secure a good spot or making a reservation at a restaurant with a spectacular view of the fountains. We hope that you had a great time exploring the mall and experiencing all that it has to offer. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.Written 23 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2022Written 16 December 2022
- gretaEilat, Israel5 contributionsDubaiDubai mall too big to really enjoy. There are maps and digital information, but with so many shops it's mind boggling. Not an enjoyable experience. Skip it. Sheraton Grand Hotel superb. Great staff especially Salaman from the front desk. ABC tours were terrific, reliable, punctual and pleasant. Thks to our driver Mr. Binu. Also to Malik Iftikhar our other driver. driver. He was the greatest. All in all remarkable vacation.Hello, gretar686. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad to hear that you had a remarkable vacation overall, and that you enjoyed your stay at the Sheraton Grand Hotel, as well as your experiences with ABC tours. While we understand that the size of the Dubai Mall can be overwhelming, we hope that you were still able to find some enjoyable moments during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to work towards providing an enjoyable experience for all of our guests. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. The Dubai Mall ManagementWritten 23 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Travelled with friendsWritten 18 December 2022
- Venkat KWaterloo, Canada6 contributionsBe prepared to be 'Wowed"One of the worlds largest malls and it is built not just to claim the size factor but it is well designed. 4 levels of various shopping, multiple parking lots, connectivity to the Dubai Metro. Next to the famous Burj Khalifa. It is premium in every way. Luxury watches have their own section, Perfumery has its own section. This mall is almost a city in itself with movies, shops, rides, huge aquarium, indoor water zoo, Ice skating ring - a full NHL type size hockey arena. You can watch the fountain shows daily evening into night in front of burj khalifa. Be prepared for a long walk from the metro station to the mall. Also the mall is so big and so many sections and levels, it takes a lot of walking to truly see its magnificence.Thank you, Venkat K! We are grateful that you took the time to make such insightful remarks, and we assure you that we will share them with the relevant teams so that we can continue to amaze visitors such as yourself. When you come back, we hope to see you again soon!Written 22 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Written 20 December 2022
- Atarah Z1 contributionExcellentraman is a superb person. awesomely professional and useful. our food was excellent and just what we requested. a great leader who leads by example, mary grace was also helpful. entire staff was awesome. i appreciate the teamwork and coordination between everyone to ensure that every client is served. we are glad.Hello, atarahz. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We are glad to hear that you had a great experience with our team, and that you found the food to be excellent and just as you requested. We are also happy to hear that you found Raman to be superb and professional, and that Mary Grace was helpful. We appreciate your kind words about the teamwork and coordination of our entire staff, and we are glad that you were able to have a positive experience with us. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.Written 23 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Travelled with friendsWritten 23 December 2022
- LSTPetaling Jaya, Malaysia61 contributionsGreat View of Burj KhalifaMust visit place in Dubai. You could see the Burj Khalifa outside this shopping mall. There are plenty of branded stuffs you could find there and its huge with luxury branded stuff too.Thank you for sharing your recommendation, Sin. It is indeed a truly exceptional destination, with its close proximity to the iconic Burj Khalifa and a wide variety of branded and luxury items. We're delighted to know that you had a fantastic time exploring the mall and all it has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you back.Written 30 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Written 24 December 2022
- Inspire633318 contributionsBig and busy!This mall has every shop you could possibly want. It was cool to see the aquarium, ice skating and to view the Burj Khalifa. However, it is so crowded! Prices are equivalent or higher than what you’d expect to pay in the UK. The fountain show was ok, lots of hype for less than 5 mins entertainment. Getting a taxi to leave was unpleasant with long queues.Thank you for sharing your review, Inspire63331. It's great to hear that you were able to find everything you needed and more, with such a wide variety of shops available. The added attractions of the aquarium, ice skating rink, and the opportunity to view the Burj Khalifa are certainly impressive and add to the appeal of the mall. However, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the crowds and the high prices. We appreciate your feedback about the fountain show, and we will take it into consideration as we work to improve the overall experience for our visitors. We apologize for any difficulty you had in getting a taxi to leave the mall, and we will work to address any issues with long queues in the future. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to see you again soon.Written 30 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Travelled with familyWritten 25 December 2022
- PapasumitPune, India17 contributionsLegs are not in Sync with my Heart 😀Mall is huge, download the Dubai Mall app, To help you navigate around. Before visit to plan what you want to see or shop. It’s better to prepare. 6 hour is not sufficient to move around, and your legs will definitely give up before your heart. Don’t visit Aquarium, waste of time and money. It’s equally beautiful from outside.Thank you for sharing your review, Sumit. We appreciate your suggestion to download the Dubai Mall app to help navigate the mall and plan ahead. It's also good advice to give yourself plenty of time to explore the mall and take breaks to rest your legs. We apologize for any disappointment you may have experienced with the aquarium and will take your feedback into consideration as we strive to improve the overall visitor experience. Thank you again for your review and for sharing your tips and recommendations with other travelers.Written 30 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Travelled with familyWritten 26 December 2022
- Robert P NLos Angeles, California2,414 contributionsIt really is HUGEThe mall meets all the hype that you may have heard of. There are so many floors. So many wings and so many entrances and exits it can over whelming. They have sections for everything. They have the stores from low end to the most expensive you can find. The most interesting detail is that they have inventory. The hard to find purse in New York or Beverly Hills you can find in Dubai. There is also a full on indoor aquarium complete with a selection of sharks. And a variety of experiences you can pay for. Just outside are exciting restaurants and a Bellagio type foundation show. We highly recommend. And plan staying all dayThank you for sharing your positive review, Nickell. It's great to hear that you would recommend the mall and suggest planning to stay for the entire day. Thank you for your review and for sharing your recommendations with other travelers. We hope to see you back again soon!Written 30 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Written 26 December 2022
- ashvtosh102 contributionsfabulousOne needs 2 days to go through this mall. Its huge and never ending. Practically all brands available here. The number of perfumes being sold are crazy. The aquarium and other attractions here very good. These guys haven't spared any expenseThank you for your kind review, Ashutosh. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the variety of brands and perfumes available, as well as the aquarium and other attractions. We are constantly working to ensure that our mall provides a pleasant and enjoyable experience for all of our visitors. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon!Written 30 December 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Written 27 December 2022
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Kani, Japan4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
It’s very huge mall bigger then others malls but the downside is so many people in front of elevators and it’s very hard to go easy in the direction u need
Written 8 December 2023
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Craig R
Yarrawonga, Australia1,641 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Wow what a shopping mall, it is huge, and the Aquarium on the ground floor is amazing. There were even people SCUBA diving in it. Well worth a look but be careful you can get lost in this mall.
Written 7 December 2023
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Hosh P
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Nov 2023 • Family
Nice experience. Only bad experience is the purchase of an iron at 300 AED equivalent to Mur 3750. The seller tricked us big time. The Xsteam iron is not as powerful as per demonstration and has to refill with water each time after ironing only one shirt. They said clothes can be ironed in the normal way but it switches off and can only iron clothes in the standing position.
Written 7 December 2023
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Seaside799617
4 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Every single store in every single mall within 200 miles of my house is in this mall, and that would only take up about 1/5th of the space, and I live near DC, so I can even throw in the National Mall just to include the land area. You can also throw in every American chain restaurant- I found a Texas Roadhouse with my buddy and went in for a beer, and even though they had a "bar" set up, they laughed at us when they found out that we were there for beer. They did point us to a nice Irish pub across the bridge though, so after a few pints of Guinness it becomes more bearable.
Written 5 December 2023
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Nimma
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
As weather has become quite pleasent recently i went to dubai mall to purchase pair of Nike vaporfly 3 shoes from SSS for my outdoor running. Unfortunately as I went alone to the mall on a national day. Security guard didn't even allow me to enter the mall as per him you need to be with family to enter the mall due to heavy rush on this particular day .As a longtime resident of dubai I never had such an embarrassing /humiliating experience .
Hence I recommend solo individuals to avoid visiting this mall on such days.
Would I purchase anything from this mall in future?definitely no.Not even on there best sale would ever step in that place.
Hence I recommend solo individuals to avoid visiting this mall on such days.
Would I purchase anything from this mall in future?definitely no.Not even on there best sale would ever step in that place.
Written 2 December 2023
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Marie B
Los Angeles, CA117 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
The Dubai Mall is located at the base of the tallest building in the world, The Burj Khalifa. I visited the mall Dec.1, 2022 and had a wonderful shopping day. The mall is also the largest mall in the world. It has every type of shop that you would find at the most upscale malls in the states, including food courts.
Written 2 December 2023
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Michael O
17 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Dubai Mall is absolutely massive, so many things to do, shops are huge, we enjoyed the aquarium, and the food court is super varied too. So many shops and places to see, was a very fancy mall and we enjoyed ourselves there. Easy to get to on the metro too.
Written 1 December 2023
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Manchester, UK1,509 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
This mall is absolutely massive and easy to get very lost in. It has almost every store imaginable, from all the top end designer brands to fast fashion, a Sephora and also Kinokuniya book shop which is a well known Japanese bookstore chain. I mostly came for the Aquarium but did spend the day browsing here, before heading to Burj Khalifa which is accessed directly from the mall. Tons of restaurants and cafes inside, and also a Souk filled with expensive jewellery stores. You can probably find anything in here and easily spend the whole day and still not see the whole mall.
Written 28 November 2023
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Murray D
9 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
It's an amazing mall to walk around and although there are very expensive retail outlets there are also H&M etc that have 40% sales on and good prices.
It's a beautiful place to walk around and it's a huge place so you don't get to see everything on one visit. The burgers at 5 guys are about the best I've tasted and I can't make them better myself and have tried.
Outside in the back along the water you can see the Burj Khalifa tallest building and in the evening they give a video show on the building that lights up like a video screen.
The Dubai Mall drips in luxury and you can see all the heavy weights in here like Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, and Versace etc.
We stayed at the Swiss Hotel across the street so walking over is a breeze.
It's a beautiful place to walk around and it's a huge place so you don't get to see everything on one visit. The burgers at 5 guys are about the best I've tasted and I can't make them better myself and have tried.
Outside in the back along the water you can see the Burj Khalifa tallest building and in the evening they give a video show on the building that lights up like a video screen.
The Dubai Mall drips in luxury and you can see all the heavy weights in here like Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, and Versace etc.
We stayed at the Swiss Hotel across the street so walking over is a breeze.
Written 27 November 2023
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tammyBaltimore_Md
Baltimore, MD2,335 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Anything you can do is in this HUGE mall, including major attraction of Burj Khalifa, the fountains and even an aquarium, spend all day if your shopping, main hub of Hop on Hop off buses & connected to the metro
Written 24 November 2023
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Здравствуйте. Подскажите, пожалуйста, какими картами можно оплатить покупки. Я из России. И можно ли оплатить наличными, если сумма превышает 500 долларов?
Alexey Rostov
Rostov-on-Don, Russia1,118 contributions
Добрый день. Можно наличными и картой. Мы платили картой Газпромбанка UnionPay
Gaurav
Bengaluru, India7 contributions
traveling with a 5 yr old. Heard one can rent a stroller. Any details plz- is it easily available, and approx cost for a day. TIA
I was told only to bring new U.S. currency (2016 or higher) to Dubai. Is this true?
Elisaden S
Roseville, CA367 contributions
Most stores widely accept USD . But chances of it being used is a smaller value . There is an exchange currency all over the mall . Exchange some USD for your convenience
JALISCA
Dijon, France227 contributions
Bonjour, est-il possible d’accéder au parking du centre commercial et de voir de belles voitures de sport? Merci
Masood K
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania1,456 contributions
Bonjour...
Desole mais je ne suis pas entree, dans le parking.
Par contre, le centre est magnifique.
Bon tour.
Is there any laboratories near Dubai mall providing COVID-19 PCR test certificate ?
Mr. Engineer
Muscat Governorate, Oman748 contributions
This is very easy to get specially in downtown and near the airport .. Just ask the information in any mall and thry will guide you
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Dubai Mall
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience The Dubai Mall:
- Full Day Dubai Shopping Tour with Private Transfers (From RM 537.64)
- Dubai Top Five Attractions Tour with Admission Ticket and Armani Buffet Dinner (From RM 654.52)
- Burj Khalifa Level 124 'At the Top' Entrance Ticket with One-way Transfer (From RM 411.41)
- City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour (From RM 382.19)
- Dubai by Night (From RM 701.27)
- Hotels near The Dubai Mall:
- (0.02 km) The Address Dubai Mall residence -Luxury 1 bedroom
- (0.03 km) OSKENA Vacation Homes - Burj Khalifa View one bedroom, high floor-Downtown
- (0.05 km) Luxury 2bed |Opposite Dubai Mall |Full Burj View
- (0.16 km) Address Dubai Mall
- (0.32 km) Address Downtown
- Restaurants near The Dubai Mall:
- (0.01 km) KFC
- (0.01 km) Bikanervala
- (0.01 km) Fatburger
- (0.02 km) Ice Cream Lab
- (0.02 km) Jollibee
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