Burj Al Arab
Hotel · Dubai

Burj Al Arab

Photo: Yacine Hary · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Burj Al Arab stands 321 meters tall and houses 202 suites. Its design mimics a billowing sail. The hotel closed in April 2026 for an 18-month restoration and is expected to reopen in late 2027.

On day 2 of Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 3 Days

Good to know

Tickets
The hotel is closed for restoration until about late 2027. The exterior can be viewed for free.
Time needed
30 minutes for exterior viewing.
Best time
Late afternoon for photographs.
Getting there
Taxi to Umm Suqeim or Jumeirah public beach for views.

Itineraries with Burj Al Arab

Day 2 of Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 3 Days

The Palm and Jumeirah, then Abu Dhabi

How Burj Al Arab fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Palm JumeirahDubai
  2. 11:30Burj Al ArabDubai
  3. 12:30Souk Madinat JumeirahDubai
  4. 16:00Drive to Abu DhabiDubai
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Burj Al Arab questions

Can you visit inside Burj Al Arab?

Not at present. The hotel closed in April 2026 for an 18-month restoration. When open, it offers guest stays, restaurant bookings and paid interior tours.

Is Burj Al Arab open to the public?

It is closed during restoration, with reopening expected in late 2027. Check the official site for updates.

How do I get photos of Burj Al Arab?

View it from the public beaches at Umm Suqeim or Jumeirah, or from a boat tour.

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