Dubai Frame is exactly what its name says: an enormous golden picture frame, 150 metres tall, standing in the middle of the city and deliberately positioned so that old Dubai sits inside one side of it and the modern skyline inside the other. It is one of the world's largest picture frames, and from the ground its gold-clad columns and ring-patterned cladding are a landmark in their own right — lit in colour after dark. Inside, the visit begins at ground level with interactive exhibits on the city's history, culture and achievements, tracing Dubai from its beginnings as a fishing village to the metropolis it is today. A panoramic lift then carries you to the top, where the sky deck runs the full width of the frame between the two towers. Glass panels on either side open the view over the city below, with the Burj Khalifa and the towers of the modern skyline on one horizon and the older districts on the other. The descent takes you into the future gallery, a projection-led section imagining what Dubai might look like in the years ahead.Souvenirs, drinks and snacks can be bought on the observatory deck for an additional fee. Good to know: arrive at the Dubai Frame counter 10 to 15 minutes before your visiting time. Food, beverages, pets and sharp tools may not be brought in. Parking is available on site, and Dubai Frame is accessible to people of determination. Buying in advance is recommended to guarantee availability and to skip the counter queue.