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Dubai Frame

Famous golden frame

From50 AED
Duration:1-2 hours

Opening Hours

9:00 - 21:00

Duration

1-2 hours

Price

From 50 AED

Address

Zabeel Park, Dubaj, ZEA

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About Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame is the city’s most Instagrammable attraction – a massive 150-meter-tall golden picture frame straddling old and new Dubai. Step into this architectural marvel for panoramic views where historic Deira meets the futuristic skyline of Sheikh Zayed Road.

The experience begins with a sleek elevator ride to the Sky Deck, where glass-floor walkways let you stare straight down 48 floors. Time your visit for sunset when the Frame’s LED lights come alive, creating a dazzling light show visible across Zabeel Park.

Don’t miss the "Old Dubai vs. New Dubai" interactive exhibits inside – swipe through holograms showing the city’s jaw-dropping transformation from 1960s fishing village to 21st-century metropolis. Pro tip: The mirrored "Future Dubai" gallery makes for mind-bending photos!

Fun fact: The Frame’s design secretly mimics the "golden ratio" used in classic Islamic architecture. Its precise 1.618 proportions make it strangely pleasing to the eye (and your camera lens).

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Fun Facts

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Dubai Frame is taller than the Statue of Liberty (93m) and the Leaning Tower of Pisa (56m) combined!

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The Sky Deck’s glass-floor walkway lets you stare straight down from 48 stories—like walking on air over Zabeel Park.

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Its proportions (1.618) follow the ancient "golden ratio" used in Islamic architecture, making it oddly satisfying to the eye.

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One side frames old Dubai (Deira), the other futuristic skyscrapers—literally showing the city’s past and future in one glance.

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History

The Dubai Frame concept was born in 2009 when Dubai Municipality launched an international architecture competition for a structure bridging old and new Dubai. Mexican architect Fernando Donis won with his striking golden frame design that captivated the judges.

Its location in Zaabeel Park was strategic - the Frame stands precisely where historic and modern Dubai meet. One side "frames" heritage districts like Deira and Karama, while the opposite view captures Sheikh Zayed Road's futuristic skyline.

Construction began in 2013, though not without controversy. Donis filed a lawsuit claiming his original design was altered without consent. Despite the legal dispute, work progressed as scheduled.

The engineering challenges were immense. At 150m tall (492ft) and 93m wide (305ft), the structure required 9,900m³ of reinforced concrete, 2,000 tons of steel, and 2,900m² of glass. The golden stainless-steel cladding - a nod to Expo 2020 Dubai's branding - became its signature feature.

The most innovative element is the glass-floored Sky Deck with interactive exhibits showcasing Dubai's past, present, and future through touchscreens and augmented reality technology.

Officially opened January 1, 2018, the 230 million AED (~$62M) project welcomed over 1 million visitors in its first year alone.

Getting There

  • By Metro:
    • Take the Red Line metro and exit at Al Jafiliya station. It's about a 15-minute walk to Dubai Frame from there.
    • Alternatively, you can get off at ADCB station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) from Dubai Frame.
  • By Bus:
    • Bus routes F09 and 27 stop near Dubai Frame. The Dubai Frame Bus Station is right next to the attraction.
    • Other nearby bus routes include 10, 29, 61, 88, C10.
  • By Taxi:
    • Taxis are readily available in Dubai. A ride from downtown costs approximately 20-40 AED ($5-$11) and takes 10-15 minutes.
    • You can also use ride-hailing apps like Uber or Careem.
  • By Car:
    • Dubai Frame is located in Zabeel Park with nearby parking available. The drive from central Dubai takes about 15 minutes.

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