Children under 3 years old enter Burj Khalifa free — no ticket required. Children aged 3–12 receive a discounted child ticket for the At the Top (floors 124 & 125) experience: AED 129 non-prime, AED 175 prime. Children aged 13 and above pay the adult rate. There is no child discount for the At the Top SKY (floor 148) ticket. For families, the weekday early afternoon (1 pm–3 pm) offers the best balance of manageable crowds, child-friendly pricing, and the afternoon Dubai Fountain shows visible from the deck.
Visiting the world’s tallest building with children is one of Dubai’s most memorable family experiences. The glass floor on level 125, the high-speed elevator, and the aerial view of the Dubai Fountain tend to make an impression on children and adults alike. With the right timing and a few practical considerations, a family visit to Burj Khalifa runs smoothly and within budget.
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# Level 124 & 125 Ticket – At the Top Burj Khalifa (Child Discount Available)
# Level 124, 125 & 148 Ticket – At the Top SKY (Premium)
At the Top (floors 124 & 125): AED 129 per child (ages 3–12) non-prime | AED 175 prime. Adult rate (13+): AED 173 non-prime | AED 250 prime. Children under 3: free, no ticket required. At the Top SKY (floor 148): no child discount — all visitors aged 4+ pay the full SKY rate of AED 343 non-prime | AED 401 prime. Children under 4 enter the SKY experience free.
At the Top — Floors 124 & 125 (Family Prices):
At the Top SKY — Floor 148 (No Child Discount):
For a full price breakdown including prime vs non-prime and all ticket types, see our Burj Khalifa ticket prices guide. For families with younger children, the standard At the Top (124/125) ticket with the child discount is almost always the better value option.
Buy This TicketThe glass floor on level 125 is consistently the highlight for children — looking directly down at streets 455 metres below, with animated ‘crack’ effects underfoot, creates genuine excitement. The elevator ride (10 metres per second, one of the world’s fastest) thrills most children. The aerial view of the Dubai Fountain from the outdoor terrace is also a favourite, particularly if timed with an afternoon show at 1 pm or 1:30 pm.
Level 125’s transparent glass floor is the standout family moment at the Burj Khalifa. The animated ‘cracks’ that appear beneath visitors’ feet create a reaction in children (and many adults) that photographs extremely well — budget extra time here. For more on what each floor offers, see our observation decks guide.
The double-deck elevator travels at 10 metres per second — one of the fastest in the world. The 60-second ascent to floor 124 features a time-lapse display of Dubai’s growth on the walls. For very young children nervous about enclosed spaces or speed, mention this beforehand.
The Dubai Fountain afternoon shows run at 1 pm and 1:30 pm. From the outdoor terrace on floor 124, you look directly down at the fountain jets and lights from 452 metres above — a perspective that makes the fountain’s scale comprehensible in a way that ground-level viewing doesn’t. Worth timing your visit around.
For families, the best time is a weekday between 1 pm and 3 pm. Crowds are moderate, the afternoon fountain shows (1 pm and 1:30 pm) are visible from the deck, and weekday non-prime pricing applies. Morning visits (10 am–noon) are the quietest and cheapest but miss the fountain show. Avoid the 4 pm–6:30 pm sunset peak with young children — this is the most crowded and most expensive period.
The observation decks are fully elevator-accessible — no stairs required. Strollers are permitted and can be taken into the elevator. However, on the crowded observation floor during peak hours, a baby carrier is more practical. A stroller storage area is available near the entrance inside Dubai Mall.
Allow 2 to 2.5 hours: the walk through Dubai Mall, security, elevator, time on floors 124 and 125, and the descent. Children tend to spend extra time on the glass floor and at the interactive exhibits. If combining with the Dubai Aquarium or fountain promenade, allow a full half-day.
Burj Khalifa does not offer a bundled family ticket (e.g., 2 adults + 2 children at a set price). Family pricing is calculated per person using the standard adult and child rates. For families of 4, the non-prime weekday option — 2 adults at AED 173 + 2 children at AED 129 — comes to AED 604 total for floors 124 & 125.
Yes. Children under 3 years old enter free and can visit, with some practical considerations. The elevator is fast and enclosed — some very young children find this unsettling. The outdoor terrace on floor 124 has secure barriers, but parents should keep toddlers close at all times. The glass floor on level 125 is safe but can distress very young children — have an adult demonstrate first.
Children under 3 enter free. Children aged 3–12 pay a discounted child ticket for the At the Top (floors 124 & 125) experience. Children aged 13+ pay the adult rate.
No minimum age restriction. Children of all ages can visit, including infants under 3 who enter free. Parental supervision is recommended throughout.
Yes. Strollers are permitted and the observation decks are elevator-accessible. A stroller storage area is available near the entrance inside Dubai Mall. During peak hours, a baby carrier is more practical on the crowded deck.
Children aged 3–12 pay AED 129 (non-prime) or AED 175 (prime) for the At the Top (floors 124 & 125) experience. Children under 3 enter free.
Yes, but there is no child discount — all visitors aged 4+ pay the standard SKY rate. For families focused on value, the standard At the Top (124/125) ticket with its child discount usually makes more sense.
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