Burj Khalifa At the Top SKY: Skip line, 555m, cafe included

Burj Khalifa's highest lounge beats the queue at ground level

At the Top SKY is a skip-the-line ticket to Burj Khalifa's observation deck at 555 meters, with access to an exclusive SKY lounge and a personalized guided tour from a Burj Khalifa Guest Ambassador. The ticket includes admission, a light show inside the lift tracing the building's history, and a cafe treat: tea, coffee or a glass of bubbly with gourmet canapes. Transport is available as an add-on option at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Burj Khalifa SKY Lounge and terrace

• Skip the line with At the Top SKY ticket
• Enjoy light show in the lift
• Take guided tour with Guest Ambassador
• Explore the SKY lounge at 585 meters
• Visit outdoor terrace and enjoy views
• Drink tea, coffee, house beverage, or bubbly
• Enjoy gourmet canapes

The experience

The At the Top SKY ticket cuts past the line that forms at ground level. Your exclusive lift comes with an extravagant light show covering Burj Khalifa's rise and its place in Dubai's skyline, so the ascent itself is part of the experience. Once you reach the 555-meter deck, a Guest Ambassador meets you for a personalized tour of the outdoor terrace, the highest lounge in the world, where you can step outside and stand at that height with nothing between you and the view.

The SKY lounge is where the cafe treat happens. You choose between an impeccable selection of teas and coffees, a house beverage, or a glass of bubbly, each paired with gourmet canapes. There's no separate charge for this. It arrives as part of the ticket. The lounge itself sits at 585 meters, so you're sipping above the 555-meter observation deck. The whole experience runs about two hours from entry to exit.

Three ticket levels exist at checkout: Level 125 with the cafe treat, Level 148 with skip-the-line access during prime hours, and Level 148 with skip-the-line access during non-prime hours. If you need transport to Burj Khalifa, one of the options includes pickup. Select it when you book. The building is fully wheelchair accessible, and public transport stops are nearby if you prefer to make your own way there.

What’s included

• Admission to Burj Khalifa.
• skip-the-line access to the exclusive lift (depending on which level you choose).
• light show during the ascent.
• personalized guided tour from a Burj Khalifa Guest Ambassador.
• access to the outdoor terrace at 555 meters and the SKY lounge at 585 meters.
• cafe treat: tea, coffee, house beverage or bubbly with gourmet canapes.
• transport available as an optional add-on.

Options for this experience

3 options

Level 125 with a cafe treat14 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 23:00Level 125 general admission ticket with a cafe treat, at the selected time (non-prime)

Level 148 skip-the-line access (non-prime)5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 22:00Skip-the-line access to Level 148: customers can access Levels 125 and 148 with skip-the-line access and a refreshment

Prime skip-the-line access to Level 1489 departure times: the first at 12:00, the last at 20:00Admission ticket to Levels 125 and 148 with skip-the-line access; refreshment included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day23 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 23:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 8 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by POINT CLICK TOURISM

Is this one for you?Choose Level 125 if you want the full experience (lounge access, the guide, the outdoor terrace and the cafe treat) without paying extra for skip-the-line. Pick one of the Level 148 options if you're arriving at a specific time and want to bypass the queue. The prime hours option suits morning visits when the light is clearest, while non-prime works if you're flexible on timing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 8 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What's the difference between the three ticket levels?

Level 125 includes the cafe treat at the SKY lounge but standard queue access. Level 148 Skip the Line Prime lets you use the exclusive lift during peak hours (typically morning and early evening), while Level 148 Skip the Line Non-Prime uses it during quieter times. All three include the Guest Ambassador tour and access to both the 555-meter deck and the 585-meter lounge.

Can I get to Burj Khalifa without booking transport?

Yes. Public transportation options are available nearby, and you can make your own way to the building. Transport is offered as an optional add-on at checkout if you'd prefer pickup included.

What happens inside the lift on the way up?

An extravagant light show plays during the ascent, covering the history of Burj Khalifa and its position in Dubai's skyline and legacy. It's a choreographed introduction to the building before you step onto the observation deck.

Is the outdoor terrace part of the ticket, or do I pay extra?

The outdoor terrace at 555 meters is included with your ticket. The SKY lounge at 585 meters, where the cafe treat is served, is also included: no separate charge for either.

How long does the whole visit take?

Plan for about two hours from entry to exit. This covers the lift experience, the guided tour with the Guest Ambassador, time on the observation deck and outdoor terrace, and the cafe treat in the lounge.

Is this accessible if I use a wheelchair?

Yes. All areas and surfaces at Burj Khalifa are wheelchair accessible, and the lifts accommodate wheelchairs. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller as well.