Dubai · Attraction
Palm Jumeirah: the island from above
Palm Jumeirah is the man-made island shaped like a date palm that stretches 5 km into the Arabian Gulf. The best way to grasp its design is from The View at The Palm, a 360-degree observation deck 240 metres up.
Essential information
- Tickets
- The View from AED100 for adults and AED69 for children; under-fours free; fast-track available.
- Getting there
- By car via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), or Al Khail metro then taxi; the Palm Monorail is suspended.
- Time to allow
- About an hour and a half for the deck and the exhibition.
The island
According to the Palm Monorail website, Palm Jumeirah stretches 5 km into the Arabian Gulf and is shaped like a date palm. Its 17 fronds are now home to residents, major attractions, hotels and beaches. The Atlantis, The Palm resort, in the foreground of the photo above, is one of its best-known addresses.
The View at The Palm
The deck sits on level 52 of The Palm Tower, 240 metres high, with 360-degree views over the island, the Gulf and the Dubai skyline in the distance. Visit Dubai notes that it opened in April 2021.
The tower also houses a café, an exhibition on how the island was built, interactive aquarium-themed tunnels and a gift shop. The View has direct access to Nakheel Mall, with restaurants and entertainment.
- Adults: from AED100.
- Children: from AED69.
- Under four: free.
- A fast-track option lets you skip the wait.
Getting there
By car, take Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and follow signs for Palm Jumeirah (Nakhlat Jumeirah in Arabic), then stay on the trunk road following signs for Nakheel Mall. The nearest metro station is Al Khail on the Red Line, from where you continue by taxi.
The Palm Monorail links Palm Gateway, Al Ittihad Park, Palm Jumeirah Mall and Atlantis Aquaventure, but its official website says the service is temporarily suspended for maintenance until further notice. With High Class, your private driver drops you at the tower door.
High Class tips
Palm West Beach, Club Vista Mare and Atlantis are all nearby.
Prices, opening times and the monorail status can change. The High Class team confirms everything for your date on WhatsApp before the programme is booked.
Frequently asked questions
How much does The View at The Palm cost?
According to Visit Dubai, tickets start from AED100 for adults and AED69 for children, with free entry for children under four. A fast-track option is available.
Is the Palm Monorail running?
The official website says the service is temporarily suspended for maintenance until further notice. We recommend arriving by car or taxi.
Which floor is the observation deck on?
Level 52 of The Palm Tower, 240 metres high, with 360-degree views.
Official sources consulted (2)
- Visit Dubai, The View at The Palm. https://www.visitdubai.com/en/places-to-visit/the-view-at-the-palm Consulted on .
- The Palm Monorail, Home. https://www.palmmonorail.com/ Consulted on .
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