The Dubai Mall: The World Of Entertainment

The Downtown area of Dubai is said to be the most happening place in Dubai, where you can find three major landmarks of Dubai, such as Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain and the Dubai Mall. 

Out of all the Dubai Packages, ensure that you pick the ones that include a day for shopping at the Dubai Mall because it is not something you can miss out on. 

The mall opened its doors to visitors in November 2008 and has been the biggest shopping centre in the world. It has 1200 retail outlets, which include international brands such as Bloomingdales, Armani, Gucci, Louis Vitton, Dolce Gabbana, Dior, Chanel and other top brands that you can name. 

It has almost 200 eating outlets where you can enjoy fine dining with your family and friends, serving lip-smacking food. It has a total of 14000 parking spaces, and as per the reports, the Dubai Mall receives a total of 75 million visitors every year.

Dining Options At The Dubai Mall

Things To Do At The Dubai Mall

Since the mall has 1200 shopping outlets, it will definitely give you the best experience of shopping in Dubai. Besides expensive retail outlets, you will also find affordable stores such as Zara and H&M and more such brands from where you can buy stuff. 

Besides shopping, you can also explore other things in Dubai, such as the Ice Rink inside the mall. This is one of the fun activities to indulge yourself in if you are tired of shopping and want to have some fun. This Ice Rink is a multi-purpose venue and is sometimes transformed into a concert venue or a hall where private functions are held. It is one of the family-oriented attractions.

If you have kids then they can enjoy the Kid Zania where they are going to have a lot of fun, and you will be relaxed that they have something to do besides getting irritated by walking around the mall all day. The Kid Zania is for children of all ages, where they can play and indulge in more than 80 role-playing activities and about 60 city establishments. It is truly an experience for both kids and adults, and you both are in for a nice time here. 

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Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

The Dubai Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the world, with a 10 million litre water tank, which is home to approximately 3300 aquatic species, and is also home to the largest collection of sand sharks anywhere in the world. It is the largest suspended aquarium in the world. 

This aquarium, located on the third floor of the Dubai Mall, is the most popular tourist attraction in the city, leaving tourists in awe and wonder. Witness the magic of nature as you stroll through a 48-meter-long water tank surrounding from the head and side, giving you a complete fish eyes view of the sand sharks and sting rays swimming above your head, making it one of the best places to visit in Dubai. 

You can also take the glass-bottom boat tour and get yourself wet at the snorkelling adventure. 

Hotels Near Dubai Mall

Next to the lower exit, you can also check out the Palace Downtown or the Rove Downtown which is just a few minutes walk away from the Dubai Mall. 

Interesting Facts About The Dubai Mall

• It is the largest mall in the world, covering an area of 11,24,000 square meters, which is equal to 200 football pitches.
• The Dubai Aquarium has the world’s largest acrylic panel, which has also made it to the Guinness Book Of World Records.
• There is a waterfall inside the mall, which creates an illusion. You can see statues on the waterfall, and as you focus on one statue, the others begin to disappear. 
• Dubai Mall also houses the largest candy store in the world. 
• The mall is also home to a luxury hotel which has 250 rooms. 

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How To Reach The Dubai Mall?

• Dubai Metro: You can take the Red line on the Dubai Metro, for it has a dedicated station for the Dubai Mall, making it convenient for you to reach the mall. 
• By Car: If you are driving, then take the Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Blvd road to reach the mall. Landmarks near the mall include Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain. 
• By Bus: Buses with a stop at the Dubai Mall include 27, 28, 29, 30, 50, and 81. From Global Village, you can take bus 104 to the Al Jafilya Metro Station and head to the Dubai Mall.