Burj Al-Arab Jumeirah Tours and Tickets

Yes, you don’t have to be residents or hotel guests to enter Burj Al-Arab. Still, you need to have a reservation or be a booked interior tour. You can't just turn up. Options include booking afternoon tea, lunch, or dinner at a Burj Al-Arab restaurant, purchasing a day pass for the infinity pool, or booking one of the many variations of in-house tours.

Yes, Burj Al-Arab has a smart-casual dress code. Women should cover their shoulders and knees, and avoid revealing clothing, and men should wear long pants or tailored shorts. Beachwear is only allowed at the pools or beach. Stricter codes often apply at the hotel restaurants, so check before arriving.

Yes, you can spend a day at Burj Al-Arab with a day pass for the pools on its Terrace, which extends over the Persian Gulf. A prebooked day passes allow nonresidents to enjoy the Terrace's adult-only pool, freshwater pool, sundecks, and restaurant, plus optional extras like its luxury cabanas.

The best time to visit Burj Al-Arab depends on you. If you're taking a guided tour, consider a morning slot when the hotel is usually relatively quiet. Alternatively, choose an evening tour, which includes sunset views from the Observation Lounge, or a restaurant dinner reservation when the hotel is illuminated.

Yes, you can take photos inside Burj Al-Arab with some exceptions. You're asked to respect the privacy of other guests in its public areas. Be aware that you're not allowed to use flash photography or professional cameras, or to take pictures in the main atrium or on the first floor.

Yes, you can walk near Burj Al-Arab, but you can't get close-up without a reservation or tour. The neighboring Umm Suqeim beach offers partial views of the hotel, while nearby Souk Madinat Jumeirah affords full, if distant, views. Alternatively, walk near to the hotel's access bridge for fantastic front-on views.