The Dubai Fountain, Dubai: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

The Dubai Fountain sits in the 12-hectare Burj Khalifa Lake at the foot of the world's tallest building in Downtown Dubai. The fountain system spans 275 meters—making it the world's largest choreographed fountain—and shoots water up to 150 meters into the air, illuminated by 6,600 lights and 25 color projectors. Performances run every 30 minutes from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily and are synchronized to a rotating playlist of Arabic, Hindi, and Western music. A boardwalk across the lake brings viewers within meters of the jets. is just one of many options in Dubai. Major attractions worth considering include Bluewaters Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Water Canal.