Ain Dubai — World's Tallest Observation Wheel Overview

Dubai has many architectural masterpieces that amaze with their beauty and grandeur. Among them is the world's largest observation wheel, Ain Dubai. This engineering marvel is located on the artificial island Bluewater near the Dubai Marina area. Its height and base are 250 meters (approximately as high as a 60-80-story skyscraper). Dubai Ain is higher than the famous High Roller Ferris wheel (157 m) in Las Vegas and the legendary London Eye (135 m).

Some interesting facts about Dubai Ain:

• Wheel Dubai includes 48 cabins, each offering a 360-degree view of the surrounding area. All cabins are futuristic and equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and resting places (benches). They are 30 square meters and can accommodate 40 people.
• In the center of the wheel is an 80-meter LCD — the largest on the planet.
• The maximum capacity of the attraction is 1,750 people. Up to 3 million people visit it annually.
• The duration of one turn of the Ain wheel is 38 minutes. You will have enough time to admire the sights, see the skyline, and take a photo for your memory.
• 11,200 tons of steel were used to build this majestic structure, 33% more than the amount of iron used to build the Eiffel Tower.
• The weight of the Dubai Eye wheel base is equivalent to the weight of 16 Airbus A380s.
• Each spoke in the wheel exceeds the length of a football field and weighs about 5 tons.
• The capsules are securely fastened so they do not swing at a height due to air currents. Motion sickness is practically excluded as it moves at a walking pace.
• The facility is accessible to people with disabilities. Ramps and handrails are equipped for wheelchair users. Each cabin has a connection to the attraction control station, fire detectors, and personal protective equipment. There is a defibrillator. Video cameras are installed everywhere, and thermal imagers are at the entrances.

Around the Ferris wheel are shopping centers, bars, restaurants, boutiques of world brands, a mosque, and two luxury five-star hotels. At its foot, you can also see the sparkling Dubai Super Trees, which resemble the multi-colored glass gardens of Singapore.

Things to Do at Ain Dubai

While the Eye Dubai ride moves, you can move around inside the cabin, sit or stand, and take photos. The type of activity depends on which cabin you choose.

The cabins can be divided into three types:

• Regular observation. They can accommodate 30–40 people at a time. The capsule has comfortable seats and air conditioning. Panoramic glazing allows you to expand the viewing angle to 360 degrees. You can walk around the cabin while driving.
• Social (with the ability to have lunch during the ride).
• Private (a great option to celebrate a birthday or wedding). These cabins are designed for 12 passengers. They have soft sofas and a bar. You can choose a cabin with a table to snack on during the ride.

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You can rent a cabin in Eye Dubai for the following purposes:

• Themed lunches and dinners. You can order pizza, cocktails, fruit, cheese, wine, champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, and snacks to the cabin.
• Marriage proposal. You can declare your love to your loved one in a VIP booth surrounded by stunning views of Dubai from 250 meters. You can order a romantic booth decoration with flowers and candles to add a special touch to the occasion. You can also turn on your playlist via Bluetooth. If you wish, a private photographer can join you to capture this unique moment in your life.
• Wedding. You can turn your wedding into a magical experience where elegance meets stunning waterfront views. This luxurious venue offers an enchanting backdrop, creating unforgettable moments for you and your guests.
• Birthday. Create a festive mood with candles, balloons, and your favorite music. Celebrate your birthday at 250 m above sea level. Invite your guests to join you in the booth.
• School trips. At 250m, discover fascinating facts about science, design, and engineering. Enjoy a unique experience of innovation.

You can book each of these options on the official Ain Dubai website.

Dubai Eye opening hours vary depending on the day of the week and UAE national holidays.

• Tuesday — Friday: 12:00 to 21:00.
• Saturday — Sunday: 11:00 to 21:00.
• Monday: the attraction is closed.

It is better to buy tickets online. This way, you can see which dates and times are available for visiting. Ticket prices depend on the time of the visit: the cheapest are at the beginning and end of the day, and the most expensive are at sunset (from 16:00 to 18:30). During sandstorms, rain, strong winds, and technical problems, the Ferris wheel in Dubai may be temporarily out of operation.

Visiting the Ferris wheel with your food and drinks is prohibited. But you can buy them in the lounge area before boarding and take them. Small bags are allowed with you. Large ones — like suitcases or backpacks — are prohibited from being brought onto the Ferris wheel for safety reasons.

How to Get to Ain Dubai?

To ride this modern world wonder, you must visit Bluewaters Island. There are several ways to get to the island:

• Taxi. Call a taxi near any store, shopping mall, bus stop, or train station. In Dubai, there is a mobile application called RTA Dubai. The car will arrive in a few minutes. You will not have to bargain on the price. All carriers are under government control.
• Metro. You must get off at Jumeirah Lakes Towers station and walk a little across the bridge.
• Bus or tram. You must get off at Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 2 and Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 stops, respectively, and walk about 3 km.
• Water taxi. You can take the metro's Red Line to DMCC station, which is about 15 minutes from the Dubai Marina Mall boat dock. From here, water taxi BM3 leaves for Bluewaters station. Once there, you can walk to Ain Dubai in 10 minutes.
• Car. A great way to get to Ain Dubai with maximum comfort. If you arrive in the UAE by plane, you can car rent in Dubai without a deposit. To do this, contact Trinity Rental. This top rental agency has a vast collection of luxury cars (more than 80 elite models). The company's fleet includes exclusive supercars released in 2024 as part of a limited series.

In addition to respectable sedans and high-speed sports cars, Trinity Rental offers to rent a hybrid car (Ferrari 296 GTS, McLaren Artura, Ferrari 296 GTB). This is an excellent solution for those who are responsible for environmental issues. You can also use the SUV hire Dubai service (Lamborghini Urus, Rolls-Royce Cullinan, BMW X7 40i). The rental price includes a daily mileage of 300 km, insurance, VAT, travel on toll roads, and a full gasoline tank as a gift. Trinity Rental accepts cash, bank cards, and cryptocurrency as payment. Trinity Rental clients can count on the help of a personal manager throughout the rental period.

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To reach Ain Dubai in a rented car, go southwest on the Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) to the Interchange 4 — Jebel Ali junction. Take the D59 exit towards the Dubai Marina/Jumeirah Beach Road. Continue along Al Seyahi Street and follow the signs.

There is no parking lot near the attraction. Therefore, you can park your car in the hotel parking lot.

Guests of any age can visit Ain Dubai. However, persons under 16 must be accompanied by at least one adult over 21.

Ain Dubai Experiences

A visit to the Ferris Wheel will undoubtedly highlight and add variety to your vacation. Given the enormous height of the Dubai Ferris Wheel, visitors to the attraction can get an unforgettable experience. They can consider the following tourist attractions:

• The tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa, whose height is 828 meters.
• The only seven-star hotel is the Burj Al Arab. The famous sail hotel is one of the tallest in the world, at 321 meters.
• The vast artificial island of Palm Jumeirah is 11 km long. It is where the villas of celebrities are located, as well as the best beaches and resorts in Dubai. The island resembles a palm tree, consisting of a trunk, 16 leaves, and an 11-kilometer-long crescent.
• Dubai Marina area. Bluewater Island is connected to the Dubai Marina area by a pedestrian bridge. Here, you can walk along the beach, walk along an artificial canal among skyscrapers, or go on a cruise.

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All these landmarks look incredibly mesmerizing at night when the lights of the giant skyscrapers are lit. During the day, tourists can contemplate the endless expanses of the Rub al-Khali desert and the blue waters of the Persian Gulf. The viewing radius of the Ferris Wheel is about fifty kilometers.

It is a luxurious alternative to the usual observation decks and an opportunity to see Dubai from an unexpected angle.