Dubai Frame, Dubai

Dubai, the city of superlatives has added yet another feather to its cap. Dubai Frame is the world’s biggest frame situated at Zabeel park. It is the structure offering a 360-degree view of the humble past residing in Old Dubai and the plush and developing modern Dubai.

The architectural wonder has two towers at a height of 150 meters joined together by a 93metre long bridge at the top. it is one of the must visit Dubai attraction for families, & photographers.

Visitors can walk on the 93 metre long glass pathway and enjoy the city on either side of the Frame. The structure resembles a magnificent and a colossal frame adorned by golden motifs in honeycomb pattern dazzling at night. Designed by the award-winning architect Fernando Donis, Dubai frame has honeycomb motifs all over in the exterior inspired by the logo of Expo 2020 to be hosted in Dubai.

The authorities expect 2million visitors a year to witness this architectural marvel and especially walk over the crack-free sturdy glass at the middle of the bridge. Dubai Frame has a museum showcasing the past and present of Dubai. How a city of the port used for fishing and trading re-invested itself to a country proud for its rich oil and mineral resources to an upscale and developing city of peerless and beyond.

It has a host of fine dining restaurants, top-rated Hotels and Café’s to offer variety and entertainment to its visitors along with the spectacular view of Dubai skyline on either side. The Dubai Frame project cost close to AED 160 million has been constructed using 2000 tons of steel, 2900metre of laminated glass and boasts of 15000 sqm of gold cladding.

Strategically located in Zabeel Park, one of the oldest Park in Dubai it offers a panorama of the cityscape both old and new. Additionally, it is located close to Dubai creek further offering a charming view of the Arabian Gulf along with an aerial view of the Abras on water.

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• Dubai Frame, which captures the coral stone house of Old Dubai on one side and downtown skyscrapers on the other side, is a landmark of the UAE.
• The Dubai Frame is the largest frame structure in the world, inspired by the logo of the World Expo 2021.
• The Dubai Frame has been constructed using two thousand tons of steel and two thousand nine hundred square meters of laminated glass.
• From Deira’s souks and historic streets and Arabian desert’s vast dunes to the sparkling waters of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina’s skyscrapers, you can have a glimpse of the breathtaking attractions of Dubai from the Frame.
• Dubai Frame has a gallery on the mezzanine level that leads guests through visual and audio presentations about the city’s origins.
• The outside wall of Dubai Frame is decorated with a particular type of golden tiles which makes the structure mesmerising.

• Wheelchair Accessible

There are a couple of ways to reach Dubai Frame from the airport. One can avail the metro services via Al Karama from DXB which is fast and convenient. Apart from Line Buss 33, which helps you reach the Frame in half an hour the city, taxis too can be easily hired for they help you reach the Dubai Frame in 10 minutes.

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The best time of the day to visit Dubai frame is during the morning hours or around the sunset. 10:00 AM to 12 Noon and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM is the best time when you can catch many beautiful views of this attraction. Also, this is the time when you can visit it's exploration deck to enjoy some of the prettiest views of Dubai's Skyline.

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-Start your fascinating journey to the Dubai frame by entering the mezzanine level, where a gallery and a museum await you. You can witness immersive exhibits that display Dubai’s journey from being a pearl diving and nomadic Bedouin fishing village to what it is today. 

-From the mezzanine level, you can head on to the Sky Deck level, which allows you to have fabulous views of Dubai through augmented-reality screens. Engineered with magnificent architecture, the sky deck is made with a crack-proof walk-over and a glass panel that turns to clear glass from haze once stepped on.

-From the Sky deck level, you can proceed to the Vortex tunnel, where you can learn about the victorious past of Dubai.

-Once you’re done enjoying an immersive experience at the Vortex Tunnel, you can head to the upper floor of Dubai Frame, where you can see a base made of glass with a blue frame. From here, you can have an appealing view of the down park and other attractions of Dubai. 

-The Frame highlights are the beautiful galleries holding projections and audiovisual representations ranging from the modern era to the city’s origin. The Frame also houses a souvenir shop selling mugs, keychains, and frames for keepsakes. 

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Places to visit near Dubai Frame

Brain Game Dubai 

The Brain Game Dubai has an impressive concept regarding alternative amusement and escape rooms. The players have an hour to solve riddles, puzzles and cross several obstacles to escape from one room to another finally arriving at the endpoint.

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Dubai Dolphinarium 

Located in the creek side of Bur Dubai, this is the first fully air-conditioned Dolphinarium showcasing dolphins and seals. They proudly perform and show their antics to the visitors through live shows and photoshoots.

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Zabeel Park 

This urban public park is centrally located and is a popular spot for families with children. Zabeel Park has several sectors connected by pedestrian bridges and multiple entries from all sides. Spanning across 47.5 hectares, this park can accommodate up to 2,300 vehicles alone.

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Dubai Glow Garden 

Dubai Glow Garden is an amalgamation of 4 amazing worlds of imagination with an artistic blend of the world’s unique theme. Glow Park, Ice Park, Art Park and Dinosaur Park are the four artistic splendours of Dubai Garden Glow.

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Dubai Gold Souk 

This traditional styled gold Market in Deira is a popular destination for shopping not only amongst travelers but also locals. There are close to 380 retailers selling exclusive pieces of the precious metal in mind-boggling designs.

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Dubai Fountain 

The man-made Burj Khalifa lake is adorned by the world’s largest choreographed fountain popularly known as the Dubai fountain. It is operated every 20 minutes to traditional music with a fascinating play of light and water in charming patterns.

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Burj Khalifa 

The tallest building on planet earth which is 828 meters tall with a charming observatory deck at the 124th floor is a lifetime of experience. With plush hotels, luxurious residences, elaborate office spaces, and restaurants this is a signature address in Dubai.

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Places to Shop near Dubai Frame

1. Dubai Mall: One of the largest Mall in the world has most of the renowned international brands and flagship stores under one roof. It has close to 1000 retail outlets, a 250 roomed luxury hotel, 22-screen movie hall, 14000 parking space and a host of other amenities. To attract visitors of all ages, it takes pride in housing the Dubai aquarium and the Discovery centre exclusively for the youngsters. Click here to know what more you can do in Dubai Mall.

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2. Al Attar Shopping Mall: This mall located in the Karama area has plenty of stores selling a variety of merchandise. This is a place where one may want to bargain and settle for the best price for an article.

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3. WAFI Mall: Situated right at the heart of Dubai, WAFI is an eclectic mix of shopping, dining, leisure, and entertainment. The mall has close to 250 plus retail stores, an array of hotels in mid-range, spas, and salons to rejuvenate and a plethora of options for dining.

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4. Gold shops: There are a host of renowned Gold shops scattered nearby Dubai Frame. Ranging from Joylukkas, Malabar Gold, Kalyan Jewellers, and Atelier fashion LLC it is all there to allure the visitors.

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5. Al Khaleej Centre: This is yet another shopping center popular amongst the locals for it has close to 300 retail outlets and an elaborate food court. It also has an open souq concept with stalls selling perfumes, bags, cosmetics, and much more lucrative merchandise.

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6. Lamcy Plaza: Situated on Sheikh Rashid Road, this 5-level Mall with an assortment of shops on lifestyle, fashion, food, electronics and more have entertained and pampered guests for more than 2 decades.

7. Home Box: The Home Box stores have an amazing collection of furniture suiting every taste and budget. Right from home décor to utility and furniture to accessories, there are several artefacts on display.

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Tips for Visiting Dubai Frame

- Smoking is prohibited inside the building premises.

- Do not sit or put children on barriers.

- Pets are not allowed.

- Do not carry toys or sharp objects.

- Dress modestly.

- Food and beverages are prohibited.

- Baby carts and large baggage are prohibited.

- Children under the age of 12 years to be accompanied and taken care of by a guardian or should be under adult supervision.

- Do not touch or tamper any article or exhibit on display.

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