Dubai Mall

Dubai Mall is the ultimate destination for retail and recreational enjoyment with so many attractions to choose from, you won't know where to begin. Browse through over 1,200 stores, delight your taste buds in any of the 200 restaurants and cafés, and visit the Gold Souk, the largest indoor souk in the world. Choose from attractions such as an Olympic-sized ice rink, a giant aquarium, and an indoor theme park, or kick back and watch a film in the 22-screen cinema. With over 500,000 square metres of entertainment across four floors, the options are seemingly endless.

Visit the Gold Souk, a world-famous precious metal and gemstone market. Rows upon rows of gold and jewellery retailers make up this glittering marketplace.

Make sure you see Fashion Avenue, which has the world's largest collection of designer labels and fashion brands under one roof, housing more than 70 haute couture boutiques.

After your retail indulgence why not avail of the many entertainment and leisure facilities? Learn to skate in the Olympic-sized indoor ice rink or enjoy an indoor rollercoaster ride in Sega Republic, a two-level indoor theme park with arcade machines and motion-simulated rides.

Children will be entertained for hours at KidZania®, a one-of-a-kind idea that sees kids from ages 4-16 learning about adult work life through role play, giving them the chance to be a doctor, fireman, artist or photographer for the day. A mini-city with paved streets and buildings, this educational environment helps children to learn in a meaningful way.

Observe over 30,000 marine animals in the aquarium. Get up close and personal with sharks and rays as you wander through a 48-metre transparent tunnel. A giant viewing window in the mall allows you to view the aquarium for free; if you would like to experience more there is an admission fee.

Dining options located throughout the mall range from casual cafés to upmarket restaurants, with a match for everyone’s culinary preferences and budget. There are also 11 information points in the mega mall so feel free to approach these if you feel the need.

Dubai Mall is conveniently located at the base of the Burj Khalifa and houses over 14,000 car parking spaces. You can also get here via the Dubai Metro, which arrives at Burj Khalifa Station, and then take the air-conditioned walkway that links the station to Dubai Mall.

Although Dubai Mall is open daily, some facilities have varying opening hours so check the mall's website for details.

You won't believe how much there is to do at Dubai Mall. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• Ice Skating in The Dubai Mall
• Private Guided Layover Tour of Dubai with a Local
• Dubai full day tour with Burj Khalifa from Abu Dhabi
• Dubai full day tour with lunch from Abu Dhabi - Grey Line
• Sharjah City Tour from Dubai with Grey Line
• Dubai full day tour with lunch from Dubai - Grey Line

For even more activities, peruse our Downtown Dubai things to do page.