This world-record-breaking skyscraper in central Dubai is more than 2,700 feet tall and has 163 storeys. The Burj Khalifa boasts a number of open-air viewing decks and luxurious lounges that provide spectacular views over the UAE and the Persian Gulf. Level 154 is the tallest lounge, and there is even a hotel on levels 38 and 39. The Great Mosque of Samarra in Iraq inspired the design of this mixed-use building above Dubai Mall by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill architects.

To bypass the long lines at this famous Dubai destination, consider purchasing skip-the-line tickets or joining a tour.

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