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The Dubai Frame

Zabeel Park
Open nowvia Google
Opening hours
  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Unique, 150-m-tall building resembling a picture frame, with historic displays & panoramic views.via Google

A massive, gold-plated frame positioning old and new Dubai on either side of a glass-floored bridge.

Good to know
Great photo opportunity; budget 1 hour (€).

Reviews from Google

Praveen D'sa3 weeks ago
Dubai Frame offers a fantastic view of both phases of Dubai, the historic old city on one side and the modern skyline on the other. It’s a very unique attraction that beautifully showcases Dubai’s transformation over the years. During our visit, there was almost no crowd, which made the experience even better as we could explore every section comfortably without any waiting or rush. The views from the top were excellent, and the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable. Definitely worth visiting for the panoramic views and the concept itself.
Sharath Yarrapothu3 months ago
My visit to Dubai Frame was absolutely wonderful. The monument itself is architecturally stunning, but the real magic happens at the top. Standing there and watching old Dubai on one side and the modern skyline on the other was a thrilling and unforgettable moment. The glass floor walkway adds a fun element of excitement, while the panoramic views give you a perfect perspective of how beautifully the city has evolved. Everything was well organized, and the overall experience felt smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Dubai — it’s more than just a viewpoint, it’s a journey through the city’s past and present.
Ziauddin Zia4 months ago
I had a great experience visiting the Dubai Frame at Zabeel Park. It’s one of those attractions that truly lives up to the hype. The structure itself is impressive to look at, and it’s fascinating how it frames both old and new parts of Dubai from the top. The panoramic views from the observation deck are stunning, especially at sunset when the city skyline comes to life.  Inside you get more than just views. The galleries take you through Dubai’s past, present and future in a way that’s engaging and informative, and the glass skywalk adds a fun thrill factor. Staff were friendly and helpful, and even on a busy day the flow was smooth.  Being inside beautiful Zabeel Park makes the visit even nicer. It’s easy to spend extra time afterward walking around the gardens, having a picnic or grabbing a coffee.
NACO Dubai5 months ago
I visited the Dubai Frame with my mom on a weekday. The wait wasn’t long, which was great. We enjoyed seeing old Dubai and learning about the city’s history. The view from the observation deck was beautiful. I also loved trying the Yamanote bread. It was really tasty. Overall, a wonderful experience. Thank you!
Jignesh Patel3 months ago
It was great view from the top. They had nice little history museum before the the elevator took you up. My children enjoyed the garden area once we came back down. Overall it was great experience experience.
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