Switch the desert sun for a cold run on indoor pistes and finish the day sliding over downtown Dubai on a 219.5m glass slide. This combo pairs Ski Dubai's controlled alpine environment with Sky Views' high-altitude perspectives — a compact taste of engineered adventure.
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Step out of Dubai's relentless sun and into an alpine chamber of air that actually bites — Ski Dubai's frosted slopes feel like another climate carved inside the Mall of the Emirates. You trade heat haze for the whipped hush of artificial snow, then, hours later, climb glass corridors at Sky Views Dubai to look back over the city that built itself up from desert dust.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking and standing; brief bursts of exertion for beginners learning to ski; not strenuous overall
Wildlife
History
Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai were landmark developments in Dubai's early 2000s mall-driven expansion; Sky Views is a recent high-altitude attraction that highlights downtown growth.
Conservation
Indoor snow facilities use significant energy — operators report efficiency measures, but visitors should minimize waste, follow recycling guidelines and respect site rules to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Ski Dubai and Sky Views Dubai Combo Ticket today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book a timed block and expect 5–6 hours
Reserve tickets in advance and allow at least five hours to cover both attractions, gear rental and transit between sites.
Bring moisture-wicking base layers
Ski Dubai supplies jackets and boots, but a good base layer and warm socks improve comfort and warmth on the slopes.
Protect eyes and skin on the sky deck
The deck and glass slide are exposed — sunglasses and sunscreen are useful even briefly at height.
Review health and age restrictions ahead of time
Both attractions have restrictions for cardiovascular issues, pregnancy and certain injuries; confirm suitability before you book.
Moisture-wicking base layer
Keeps you warm and dry inside Ski Dubai beneath the provided jacket.
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Protects against glare and UV on the Sky Views deck and glass slide.
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Closed-toe shoes and warm socks
Warm socks improve boot comfort; closed-toe shoes are useful for moving through the mall and observation areas.
Small camera or smartphone with extra battery
Captures slope action and panoramic cityscapes — bring a strap for the deck and slide areas.