Dubai Prices

« Burj Khalifa
So I couldn't make it to the top, but I want to give some advice for those who will visit Dubai.
Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world, standing at 828 meters, and I jokingly say that I didn't make it because I couldn't get to the top. 😂
If you want to go up there by yourself, without a group, thinking it will be cheaper for you, you are mistaken!
A ticket for one person to the observation deck costs about $25-30. That's for the highest platform.
Going up halfway is still a reasonable price, but the trick is that everything is fully booked for at least a week in advance!
You can reserve tickets in advance, but the price will not change from that!
My advice: find a guide (maybe at your hotel) or an agency for excursions, as they offer you a chance to go up to Burj Khalifa three times cheaper! (around $14) for this price - you go to the middle and upper viewing levels.
You can get to Burj Khalifa either on your own, or with a transfer included in the fee. There are also excursions around all of Dubai + going up to the tower, which can save you some time.
Thanks and good luck!
And I'll probably just enjoy it all from below. »

« It all began when we managed to get a map and buy a bottle of whiskey for $11 and a glowing mini-ventilator from M&M’s. We quickly got our luggage and headed to meet our tour group. Before leaving, we double-checked, and Alex confirmed that we would be taking a group transfer to the hotel in about 30 minutes. However, it turned out that a rather impolite young lady from Alex's company informed us our hotel was practically the last drop-off point, and it would take about 2 hours 😳. We didn’t want to experience anything like that, so we immediately decided to find a taxi on our own. We found an official taxi right nearby, and within 20 minutes and $26, we arrived at the hotel. I think Alex's transport would have cost around $4 extra.

What’s cool is that you can pay by card in the taxi. Overall, our first four days were completely cashless. We could have stayed longer if we hadn't wanted to try our luck at winning some plush toys. At the hotel, they handed us our room number right away, even though we had checked in at 8 in the morning, of course, due to Mayush. Later, we were charged about $100 for 9 nights for 4 adults, but it turned out to be a tourist tax introduced in 2014. The travel agency didn’t mention this to us, such a letdown. So make sure to keep this in mind if you plan to stay in Dubai itself.

It's possible that other emirates don't have such a tax. PS: In the photo, you can see the entrance to Dubai Metro in the shape of a shell, located in Dubai Marina. »

« The cost of a room in this 7-star wonder starts at around $900 per night)) I’m not against spending some time there in my life;)) 🤔 Who’s with me?!😂 »

« In the UAE, shopping is incredibly expensive. Even similar items in mass markets can cost 2-3 times more than elsewhere! For instance, some random t-shirt at H&M costs 300 AED... 😱😩😵

All our purchases were purely symbolic and meant for memories. 😄🙌

I bought some postcards as mementos (from the “UAE” collection) and a glass cup. My friend spotted a tiny LEGO set that he incidentally noticed in a souvenir shop and got it as a birthday gift for himself. The price of that little LEGO set 😱 is 80$! As for my husband... 🤔 let's just say he got a small plate and a magnet. 😄😱

Generally, the Emirates are an expensive country overall. So, even if you try to find a cheap tour in the UAE - you won't find a bargain. 😅 For every excursion, for every entry, transit, and even a coffee break, you’ll have to dig deep into your pocket! 😩☕ Especially if you plan to include a calculator and understand the colossal differences in costs.. »

« We visited this garden where over 50 million flowers bloom 🌸🌸🌸. The main attraction is the airplane, which looks like it’s really made of flowers, but it’s not quite 😄😄😄. It's incredibly relaxing and uplifting. The entrance fee is only 12 dollars! »

« Burj Al Arab or the Jumeirah Beach Hotel - the most iconic hotel in Dubai! The building stands in the sea at a distance of 270 meters from the shore on an artificial island. Dubai loves to build islands and create something unique! A night in such a hotel will set you back at least $2,500 😄. It boasts a height of 321 meters (60 floors) and was once the tallest hotel in the world until the Burj Khalifa debuted at 828 meters (163 floors), which is currently recognized as the tallest building globally. I’ll also write about it! Overall, Dubai is home to the biggest and the best - they even opened a Guinness World Records museum because they just can't stop breaking records! 😄 »

« Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, stands at a height of 828 meters with 163 floors. I visited the 125th floor. The views are breathtaking, but the wait can feel like a marathon! 😂😂😂 And guess what, I was the first one to tackle it. The ticket costs $50 per person. But honestly, don’t stress over it. You can enjoy a similar vibe from the observation deck at a lower height and get the same thrill! 😄😄😄

You could save that money and buy some tasty snacks at the shop instead. Trust me, you’ll have a better experience watching the fountain show! »

« Highly recommend the awesome "Atlantis" hotel. The prices are on the higher side, but there are plenty of beautiful spots on the property. The pool water is warm. There are special areas for kids. 🌊🏨 »

« Dubai is a city you need to visit with money. But I managed to exceed my expectations and spent only $104 while still having a great time. This is considering the prepaid hotel, of course! 😊✨ »

« The most expensive hotel in the world, the price for a room under the dome is $35,000 per night. »

« Oh, this market! I'm not a fan of bargaining, but here it's essential)) We managed to get saffron for a discount of 11 dollars. »

« This time we decided not to go up the Burj Khalifa, since we went during our last visit. Plus, paying $34 for a ticket at the current outrageous exchange rate seems a bit much. »

« A massive waterfall in Dubai Mall. I think this installation is dedicated to people who feel hopeless about buying anything in this mall. How could prices be higher than in Switzerland in a country with no sales tax or VAT??? »

« Eating, drinking, and chewing gum are prohibited on the Dubai Metro trains and stations! Violating this rule can lead to a fine of 100 dirhams, which is about $27! »

« Transportation in Dubai. We mostly traveled by metro. Before that, we took a few rides in taxis, but after getting stuck in traffic jams (sometimes worse than in other places), we definitely preferred the metro. The metro here is fully automated, without drivers. It's really cool to ride in the first car, watching every turn. The metro is divided into sections - 1 for gold class, which is the most expensive (around 14 dirhams, about 4 dollars), 2 women-only cars (I don’t recommend trying to enter those, the attendants react sharply to the presence of men there), and the rest are general cars (definitely avoid during rush hours). The metro is incredibly clean! Eating, drinking, or chewing gum is not allowed. »

« The view of Sharjah from Dubai is stunning. The borders between the emirates are almost invisible and quite conditional for tourists. You realize you're in another emirate when the taxi meter adds 20 dirhams. I personally prefer Sharjah more than Dubai. It's more colorful and less hectic, and it feels like there are fewer tourists around. 😊 »

« Fines in Dubai for traffic violations are quite hefty, which really keeps drivers in check. For instance, speeding by more than 13 mph (20 km/h) can cost you over $200. You can spend hours switching lanes if you’re a "lane changer" like me, because around here, there's no such thing as giving way "for old times' sake" or flashing your hazard lights as a thank you. Instead, it’s common to honk at someone from behind, even if they’ve turned on their hazard lights. »

« Be careful on the Dubai Metro – eating, drinking, and even chewing gum is strictly prohibited! The fine is 100 dirhams (about $27). »

« Today I had a wonderful lunch by the port, right by the shore, accompanied by the most delicious cherry shisha. The old part of the city is extraordinary... The air is filled with a blend of spices, food, shisha, and the sea, with countless markets, and of course, there's that water taxi for just $0.27, now visible in the daylight :) »

« Today, we crossed to the spice market on these lovely wooden boats. The fare is a mere 1 dirham. But the atmosphere? Priceless! (I know the photo is dark, but I hope to get there tomorrow during the day; there’s so much to capture... The old wooden ships at the dock completely mesmerized me!) »