The Sky Views Observatory is located on the 52nd and 53rd floors of the Address Sky View Hotel on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai.
With Dubai’s well-connected and efficient transportation system, one can easily go to Sky Views Observatory by bus, metro, taxi or car.
Learn all you need to know about how to reach Sky Views Dubai using various modes of transportation.
Snapshot
Address: Area Downtown, Standard Chartered Tower – Address Sky View – Dubai – United Arab Emirates. Get directions.
Landmark: Burj Khalifa
Transport options: Metro, bus, car, taxi
Ticket needed: Yes
Related: Sky Views Dubai vs. Burj Khalifa
By Metro
Take the Red Line metro to the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station (get directions).
Once you arrive, exit the station and walk for about six minutes to the Sky View Tower.
From the same station, the Burj Khalifa is within a 10-minute walking distance.
By Bus
Take bus 30, D03, D03A, or F13 to the “The Address Sky View” stop, the closest bus stop to Sky Views Dubai.
You can walk to Sky Views Observatory from the stop in just six to ten minutes depending on your speed.
The buses operate daily from 7 am to 9 pm at a frequency of 30 minutes, with a nominal bus fare of AED 2 ($0.5) per rider per stop.
By Taxi
It is easy to find taxis throughout Dubai, just ask the driver to take you to the Address Sky View Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road.
The taxi fare from Dubai International Airport to Sky Views Dubai will vary depending on the traffic conditions, but it should be around AED 50 ($14).
By Car
Driving to Sky Views Dubai from the Dubai International Airport takes around 15 minutes.
To get there, take E11 and exit 50A from Sheikh Zayed Road and keep moving ahead on Financial Center Road D71. The observatory will be on your right.
The road is well-signposted, so you should have no trouble finding it.
Parking at Sky Views Dubai
There is paid parking available at the Address Sky View Towers for visitors.
Below mentioned are some of the most convenient parking options at Sky Views Dubai.
- The Address Sky View Tower 1 Parking is a minute away by foot. Get directions.
- The Restaurant at Address Sky View Parking is also a minute away by foot. Get directions.
- The Sky Views Observatory Underground Parking is also a minute away by foot. Get directions.
- The Boulevard Plaza Parking is around eight minutes away by foot. Get directions.
Related: The Glass Slide at Sky Views Dubai
Sky Views Dubai Entrance
Once you’ve reached the Address Sky View Hotel entrance, it’s time to enter Sky View.
The entrance to the Sky Views Observatory is located on the 52nd floor of the Address Sky View Tower.
There is no separate entrance for the Observatory, so you must go through the hotel lobby to get there.
Once you are in the hotel lobby, look for the signs for the Sky Views Observatory. They will direct you to the elevators that will take you to the 52nd floor.
When you exit the elevator, you will be in the Observatory’s main lobby.
There will be a ticket counter where you can purchase your tickets.
However, we advise booking Sky Views Dubai tickets online, as they are relatively cheaper and enable you to reserve your preferred time slots.
You can also book your Sky Views Dubai + Glass Slide or Sky Views Dubai + Edge Walk Experience online for an adventurous and one-of-a-kind experience at a collective discounted price.
Best Time to Visit Sky Views Dubai
The best time of the day to visit Sky Views Dubai is on a weekday morning between November to March during winters.
Winters are a great time to enjoy the stunning views amidst favorable weather conditions.
However, winters are the peak tourist season in Dubai, therefore, you must prepare yourself to encounter crowds.
For a more crowd-free experience, you can visit during the shoulder season between September and October.
Summer in Dubai falls between June to August, with temperatures crossing 38 degrees, making it extremely warm and humid. This is not a suitable time for visiting Sky Views Dubai.
Visiting Sky Views Dubai During The Day vs. At Night
Mornings are ideal for a crowd-free experience and offer clear and unobstructed views.
Evenings, especially during sunset hours are the busiest times but the views are stunning. You may visit during this time if you don’t mind the crowd.
Nights are great for a romantic outing, with shimmering lights offering a worth-watching view.
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