The Dubai Mall & Dubai Fountain
Covering over 1.1 million square meters, The Dubai Mall is the most visited retail, lifestyle, and leisure complex on the planet. Situated in the heart of Downtown Dubai directly adjacent to the Burj Khalifa, the mall is a sovereign kingdom of luxury hosting over 1,200 stores. Fashion Avenue serves as the epicenter of Middle Eastern haute couture, featuring flagship salons of Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Cartier in a palatial setting adorned with marble and crystal chandeliers. Beyond world-class shopping, the complex houses the monumental Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, featuring a 10-million-liter tank containing thousands of marine creatures, including sand tiger sharks and giant stingrays. Visitors can also skate on the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink or explore high-tech virtual entertainment at Play DXB. Outside on the Burj Khalifa Lake, the Dubai Fountain delights millions daily with its water jets dancing to opera, classical Arabic melodies, and contemporary world anthems under illuminated projections.
“The world's premier shopping and entertainment destination, featuring over 1,200 luxury boutiques and an Olympic-sized ice rink.”
— Tourism Compass Heritage Committee