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Dubai Fountain Show & Abra Lake Ride Tickets

Dubai Fountain show with traditional abra boat on Burj Khalifa Lake at night.

Dubai Fountain Show with traditional abra boats on the lake at night.

Traditional abra boat on Dubai Lake with fountain show at night.

Dubai Fountain Boardwalk with Burj Khalifa in the background at dusk.

Duration

30 min

Watch the world’s biggest choreographed fountain system in all its glory from aboard a traditional 'abra' boat!

4.4/5

(1,684)

Chiragkumar

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The Dubai Fountain is one of the world’s most spectacular choreographed water shows, located on the Burj Lake beside the Dubai Mall and at the foot of the Burj Khalifa. Each show is a carefully coordinated performance where thousands of water jets shoot streams of water up to 140 meters high—roughly the height of a 45-story building. These jets move in sync with a mix of global and Arabic music, creating a dramatic, immersive experience for visitors.

Sanjeev

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The yacht cruise from Dubai Marina was an amazing experience. The views were stunning, the staff were very friendly, and the entire ride felt smooth and relaxing. The crew clicked great photos for us and made sure everyone was comfortable. A perfect way to enjoy Dubai’s skyline. Highly recommended!

Nirav

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I visited the Dubai Fountain from the most amazing view possible that was from the Abra, havent experienced such a surreal experience ever!! My family enjoyed throroghly, I would highly recommend everyone to get the best seat to experience world' largest Dubai fountain..

Enjoy Dubai Fountain's stunning choreography aboard a traditional boat - the abra

Take a relaxing cruise on this giant man-made lake and soak in the sights of Dubai's iconic structures

Watch the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Souk al Bahar, and the Palace, among others, float past you

Enjoy the vibrant fountain show that features 6,000 lights and 22,000 gallons of water

This is the tallest and largest manmade fountain system in the entire world

30-min ride on Abra boat

Fountain show

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Chiragkumar
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The Dubai Fountain is one of the world’s most spectacular choreographed water shows, located on the Burj Lake beside the Dubai Mall and at the foot of the Burj Khalifa. Each show is a carefully coordinated performance where thousands of water jets shoot streams of water up to 140 meters high—roughly the height of a 45-story building. These jets move in sync with a mix of global and Arabic music, creating a dramatic, immersive experience for visitors.
Sanjeev
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The yacht cruise from Dubai Marina was an amazing experience. The views were stunning, the staff were very friendly, and the entire ride felt smooth and relaxing. The crew clicked great photos for us and made sure everyone was comfortable. A perfect way to enjoy Dubai’s skyline. Highly recommended!
Nithwin
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The fountain show was brilliant. The lake ride was a unique experience and was lucky enough to witness the fountain at few metres away. The experience was absolutely magical. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Jose
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Easy and quick access. The show lives up to expectations. The setting is simply breathtaking
Aravind
Dec 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Good but walking distance from the mall parking is more. Not advisable for elderly people without wheelchair.

Climb aboard the traditional wooden 'Abra' boat on Burj Lake witness the most amazing lights & water show in Downtown Dubai. This 30-minute cruise on the traditional abra taxi gives you front row seats to the best fountain show in the world. Be awed by this jaw-dropping spectacle featuring 6,000 lights, 25 colored projectors, and 22,000 gallons of water sent into a synchronized dance! Spread over 900 ft in length – equal to more than two football pitches – The Dubai Fountain is placed on the 30-acre Burj Lake.

Important Information

Entry to the lake ride is time-specific. Boats depart 15 minutes before every fountain show and it is not possible to reschedule these.

Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

No large pieces of luggage are allowed inside, but you can check them in at the Secure Baggage Area, located near the entrance. Handbags, cameras, and other small accessories are allowed inside.

Each boat can accommodate up to 8 people.

Timings

Afternoon shows

• Saturday – Thursday: 1pm & 1:30pm

• Friday: 2pm & 2:30pm

Evening shows

• Daily: Every 30 minutes from 6pm to 11pm

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the will-call ticket counter

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid delays

Ticket Redemption Point

Head to the Ground Floor of the Dubai Mall

Display the voucher at the will-call ticket counter located at the At The Top entrance on the lower ground level of the Dubai Mall

Once you have exchanged your voucher for tickets, follow the signs to the "Dubai Fountains"

Once you are outside, please look for the "Lake Ride" sign and enter the ticket kiosk in front of the Wafi Gourmet restaurant

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

The closest bus stop is The Dubai Mall, which stops right in front of the Dubai Mall

Buses 27, 28, 29, 50, 81 & F13 will get you here

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout