In this post, I will tell you the best photography spots in Dubai and the exact spots to click beautiful pictures with the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. All the places mentioned below are free spots, no charges will be required.
I always wanted to wear a beautiful saree and pose like a Bollywood actress. So I figured out that I would wear it in the Swiss Alps, the Himalayas, or at least at the Taj Mahal in India. Life had different plans for me and my career brought me to Dubai. But this saree was lying in my suitcase for a really long time, just like my unfinished dream.
Then one fine day I realized what better place to wear a saree than the Burj Khalifa! And my god, this was so much fun! Certainly much better than wearing it in the freezing temperatures of the Himalayas or Swiss Alps! And much better than the crowded Taj Mahal!
Best time to shoot at the Burj Khalifa
Before we begin with the best photography spots around the Burj Khalifa it is important to understand the best time for shooting here so that you can get amazing soft light for your photos. Dubai is a dry and hot desert and the sunlight here can get pretty intense during the day. So the best time to shoot here is 3 hours before sunset time. It is better to do this on weekdays, as there are a lot of tourists and locals around here at weekends. And it gets especially crowded on Sunday evenings.
Best places for your Burj Khalifa photoshoot
Wings of Mexico
Wings of Mexico is an art installation of wings that align perfectly with the Burj Khalifa in the background. The Burj Park, the fountains, and the Burj Khalifa are visible in the background. The water at the fountains sparkles turquoise blue which gives the best vibe to the pictures. On a weekend you may find a slight queue at this spot in the evenings but it is worth the wait. If you come here after sunset, the view is still amazing, but the Burj Khalifa is not as clearly visible as compared to the daytime.
Burj Park
If you are wise then you must choose the Burj Park for your photoshoot with the Burj Khalifa. This place is at the backside of the fountains that is far away from the crowds of the Dubai Mall. You will find a lot of space and peaceful places to walk around and absorb the immense views of the Burj Khalifa and the fountains. The best spot to click pictures here is at the bridge overlooking the fountains lake and the Burj Khalifa. Moreover, there are several cute cafes around here, where you can strike a pose. There are also some interesting art installations here like the giant steel daffodils which make a nice backdrop for pictures.
Downtown palace
Right next to the wings of Mexico, and near the Burj Khalifa, the downtown palace is a spot that gives a royal feeling to your pictures. The middle eastern architecture combined with the water features and the palm trees lined around the borders make it a very beautiful place for a photo shoot in Dubai. Moreover, this luxurious hotel also gives stunning views of the Burj Khalifa. And even if you don’t visit the palace from inside, you can surely take pictures at the entrance free of any cost.
Souk Al Bahar
Souk al Bahar will give a more traditional or historic look to your photos. This souk is an Arabic-styled marketplace that offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the city. You can get amazing frames here with the local traders and the quaint middle eastern architecture, that overlooks the fountains and the Burj Khalifa. Souk Al Bahar is located just beside the Dubai Mall, and it can be easily reached from nearby the fountains.
Supercars and Burj Khalifa
If you wish to pose next to a supercar with the Burj Khalifa, you can head to the fancy supercars store located right across from the Burj Khalifa. This place is just next to the Dubai Mall and near to the steel heart installation. Once you reach the steel heart, walk straight in the opposite direction of the Burj Khalifa, until you see the cars. Isn’t it the best spot to pose?
Which spot near the Burj Khalifa is your favorite for clicking pictures? Comment below to let me know!
