Dubai Frame is a landmark inside Zabeel Park at Gate 4, with views toward Old Dubai and New Dubai. From Deira, plan your journey around access through Al Jafiliya Metro Station, then check ticket details and entry rules before you go.
- Location: Gate 4, Zabeel Park, Dubai.
- Metro access: Al Jafiliya Metro Station serves Zabeel Park.
- Typical opening pattern: Open daily
- Admission: AED 50 for adults and AED 20 for children aged 3–12; children under 3 enter free.
What to expect at Dubai Frame
Dubai Frame is a pair of 150-metre towers joined by a 93-metre bridge that serves as an observatory. Its visit sequence moves through a Past experience on the mezzanine level, a Present experience on the Sky Deck, and a Future experience on the mezzanine level.
From the Sky Deck, the view looks north toward Old Dubai and south toward New Dubai. Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments is about 3.4 km from Dubai Frame; its apartment options offer a Deira base for your visit.
How do you get from Deira to Dubai Frame?
The official visit-planning page identifies Al Jafiliya Metro Station as a way to reach Zabeel Park. From there, follow the park’s access to Gate 4, where Dubai Frame is located.
Al Rigga and Deira City Centre are among the metro stations serving Deira. The Al Rigga and Deira City Centre metro guide can help you get oriented around those stations. The available official sources don’t identify a specific bus route from Deira to the attraction, so use the RTA’s current information if you’re considering a bus.
Dubai Frame tickets and entry planning
The Dubai Frame official site gives admission prices of AED 50 for adults and AED 20 for children aged 3–12; children under 3 enter free. People of determination enter free, as do up to two companions. If you book a people-of-determination ticket, visit the ticket counter to obtain the companion ticket. Dubai Frame welcomes people of determination.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8:00–21:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Tickets are available at the main park entrance, on the Dubai Frame website, or through the Dubai Frame application. The site recommends booking ahead, especially on weekends, and arriving 10–15 minutes before your scheduled admission time.
Each e-ticket permits one visitor entry and is valid for entry on its booked date. Children under 12 must stay with an adult throughout the visit. Large bags and strollers must be left at the Gate 4 counter; shopping bags, sports bags and backpacks go in the secure baggage-check room, while personal handbags and purses are allowed.
Pets, smoking, food and beverages are not allowed inside. The rules also prohibit climbing or leaning over railings, sitting on them, placing children on them, and touching or removing exhibition items. Respectful clothing is requested, and toys and sharp tools are prohibited.
Views and visit timing
Dubai Frame is open all year, including weekends and public holidays, from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Hours may vary during Ramadan, holidays and public holidays, so check the official site before you go.
The Sky Deck is the point in the visit sequence for views across both sides of Dubai. There is no stated recommended visit duration, so allow time that suits your plans rather than relying on a fixed duration.
Pairing Dubai Frame with another stop
The Past, Present and Future experiences give the visit an exhibition component, which can pair with other museums in Dubai that are practical to visit from Deira.
For a broader city itinerary, Dubai Frame can be one stop in a day in Dubai from Deira, with its Sky Deck views linking Old Dubai and New Dubai.
FAQs
Where is Dubai Frame?
Dubai Frame is inside Zabeel Park at Gate 4 in Dubai.
Which metro station serves Zabeel Park?
Al Jafiliya Metro Station is identified as an access point for Zabeel Park.
Are children allowed at Dubai Frame?
Yes. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the visit, and children under 3 enter free.
Can you bring a stroller inside?
Strollers must be left at the Gate 4 counter.