Admire the panoramic view from the Sky Views Observatory in Dubai

It's impossible to go to Dubai without having some dizzying and sensational experiences. While the Burj Khalifa has always been a sure bet for tourists looking for a panoramic view of Dubai, another skyscraper also offers one of the city's finest views. The Burj Khalifa can also be seen from here. This is The Address Sky View and its 360-degree platform. This hotel is made up of two twin towers linked by a platform 219 metres high. The architecture of this all-glass building makes for an unforgettable experience. There are plenty of surprises and thrills in store for visitors to the Sky Views Observatory. Starting with a glass lift that offers a breathtaking view of Downtown Dubai, with the sensation of gliding through the air as you ascend to the 53rd floor. But the highlight of the visit is the spectacular Sky Glass Slide. Built on the outside of the building, this slide is also made entirely of glass and allows you to descend one floor. We'll tell you all about it!

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One of the best views of Dubai

Head to the Address Sky View hotel to discover the Sky View Observatory, a two-storey platform offering a panoramic view of the city and its immense towers, from where tourists can see the Burj Khalifa and its dazzling turquoise lake, as well as the desert, the Persian Gulf and the artificial islands.

Why go there?

Discover the glass slide

The Sky Glass Slide is a 12-metre glass slide located outside the tower, 219 metres above the ground. Standing on a carpet, tourists slide down for a few seconds to reach the 52nd floor. The 360-degree view over Downtown Dubai is impressive. This is undoubtedly a must-see tourist attraction if you stay at the Adress Sky View hotel. Very safe, the slide has been designed using the finest materials and manufactured in Germany. If you're afraid of heights, close your eyes and let yourself be transported as if you were flying on a magic carpet!

Taking the glass lift

Much more than just a view, the Sky View Observatory is a real experience. If you don't fancy the unusual glass slide, you can still take in the view from the glass lift. This lift takes tourists up to the 53rd floor, climbing 219 metres to reach the observation platform. The higher you go, the higher you'll feel above the Downton Dubai district. The Panorama 52 restaurant on the 52nd floor is the perfect place to enjoy a meal or a cocktail while admiring the view once again.

Walk along a 25-metre promenade

The Address Sky View hotel complex comprises two twin towers. To link them together, a 25-metre walkway, the Sky Glass Floor, has been built. It is located on the 53rd floor of Tower 1, and in keeping with the architecture of the slide or lift, the walkway is essentially made of glass. Under your feet? The void and the cars on the road, which seem so small! An absolute must!

How do I get there?

You can reach the Sky View Observatory by car or metro. The twin towers are located in Downtown Dubai, not far from the Dubai Mall and the Burj Khalifa. By metro, you can take the red line and stop at Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall. From here, a conveyor belt links the mall to The Address Sky View hotel.

Where to stay nearby?

Rove Downtown

The Rove Downtown Hotel offers spacious and affordable accommodation in Dubai's most famous district: Downtown Dubai. It is just a stone's throw from Dubai Mall and only minutes away from The Address Sky View Hotel. Featuring a terrace and swimming pool, the hotel is ideally placed to offer views of the Burj Khalifa. There is also a restaurant and cinema.

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Practical information

⏰ Times: the Sky Views Observatory platform's opening times are extensive, you'll be able to get there from 10am to 10pm every day.

👉 Conditions: the Sky Glass Slide is accessible to people aged between 12 and 65, minors must have parental consent. The weight limit is 100kg.

👛 Price: from €21 per person. Tickets can be collected online and give access to the platform and the slide.

by Faustine PEREZ
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