• The interior of Alif – The Mobility Pavilion, at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
    The interior of Alif – The Mobility Pavilion, at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
  • Visitors enter the Spain pavilion. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
    Visitors enter the Spain pavilion. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
  • Expo visitors take a rest at the foot of a striking artwork in the Philippines pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National.
    Expo visitors take a rest at the foot of a striking artwork in the Philippines pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National.
  • Dubai opened Expo 2020 with a dazzling ceremony featuring fireworks and light displays. AFP
    Dubai opened Expo 2020 with a dazzling ceremony featuring fireworks and light displays. AFP
  • A young guest enjoys the spectacular light show at Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa / The National
    A young guest enjoys the spectacular light show at Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa / The National
  • The flowing contours of the UAE pavilion. Victor Besa / The National
    The flowing contours of the UAE pavilion. Victor Besa / The National
  • Visitors follow a foggy path to the summit of the Switzerland pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors follow a foggy path to the summit of the Switzerland pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The France pavilion features a projection of 'The Rose', a 13th-century stained-glass window from Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The France pavilion features a projection of 'The Rose', a 13th-century stained-glass window from Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Tricolours to the fore as France marks its Expo celebration day. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Tricolours to the fore as France marks its Expo celebration day. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Qabooli with lamb shuwa by chef Nader at Rising Flavours in Jubilee Park. Victor Besa / The National
    Qabooli with lamb shuwa by chef Nader at Rising Flavours in Jubilee Park. Victor Besa / The National
  • The Saudi pavilion lit up at night. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The Saudi pavilion lit up at night. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Inside the Malaysia pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
    Inside the Malaysia pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Qatar pavilion features a holographic display about the 2022 World Cup. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Qatar pavilion features a holographic display about the 2022 World Cup. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Visitors watching a spectacular audio-visual show at the Russia pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors watching a spectacular audio-visual show at the Russia pavilion. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A young visitor checks out the Expo's popular water feature. Pawan Singh / The National
    A young visitor checks out the Expo's popular water feature. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Students from Abu Dhabi Police Academy at Al Wasl Plaza. Pawan Singh / The National
    Students from Abu Dhabi Police Academy at Al Wasl Plaza. Pawan Singh / The National
  • French astronaut Thomas Pesquet speaks to UAE and French representatives on a live feed from space to Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa / The National
    French astronaut Thomas Pesquet speaks to UAE and French representatives on a live feed from space to Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa / The National
  • A replica of Michelangelo's 'David' in the Italy pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National.
    A replica of Michelangelo's 'David' in the Italy pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National.
  • A visitor takes a picture of the spectacular Mobility Pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A visitor takes a picture of the spectacular Mobility Pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Traditional performers outside the Thailand pavilion. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    Traditional performers outside the Thailand pavilion. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • An aerobatics team pass above the Pakistan pavilion. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    An aerobatics team pass above the Pakistan pavilion. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • Live music from Sierra Leone performed at Al Wasl Plaza. Antonie Robertson / The National
    Live music from Sierra Leone performed at Al Wasl Plaza. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • The Women's Pavilion by Cartier. Antonie Robertson / The National
    The Women's Pavilion by Cartier. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Visitors to the Garden in the Sky get a panoramic view of Expo 2020 Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors to the Garden in the Sky get a panoramic view of Expo 2020 Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • My Butterfly Kites at Al Forsan Park, Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
    My Butterfly Kites at Al Forsan Park, Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
  • As the sun sets on another day at Expo 2020, visitors enjoy the activities. Antonie Robertson / The National
    As the sun sets on another day at Expo 2020, visitors enjoy the activities. Antonie Robertson / The National

Expo 2020 Dubai launches half price November ticket for just Dh45


Neil Halligan
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Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai on weekdays can avail of a reduced ticket price of less than half the normal cost.

A day pass for Sunday to Thursday, normally priced at Dh95, will cost Dh45 until November 30.

The ticket also includes 10 'Smart Queue Bookings' for participating pavilions and attractions, which allow visitors to skip the waiting lines.

Entry is free for the under-18s, anyone aged 60 and over, and people with disabilities, who may also bring one companion at half-price. Students with a valid identity card from any academic institution in the world can also enter free of charge.

Day passes for Fridays and Saturdays are priced at the regular Dh95.

Expo also offers multi-day passes for Dh195, which are valid for 30 consecutive days from the first day of use. The season pass lasts until the end of Expo 2020 on March 31 and costs Dh495.

People interact with a robot at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Khushnum Bhandari/ The National
People interact with a robot at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Khushnum Bhandari/ The National

Visitors eligible for free tickets must book online ahead of their visit, apart from children under 6 years old, who will only be issued tickets upon arrival at the Expo site entrance.

Visitors aged 18 and above must present proof of any Covid-19 vaccination recognised by their national government or a negative PCR test taken within the previous 72 hours.

Non-vaccinated ticket-holders who have not been tested within the 72-hour period can obtain tests at the PCR testing centre near the Expo 2020 site (at Expo World Parking K) for free, once they show proof of their Expo ticket. Visitors are advised to take the PCR test at least one day before visiting the Expo as results may take up to 10 hours.

How to be treated like a VIP at Expo 2020 Dubai

Visitors who want to be treated like VIPs at Expo 2020 Dubai can sign up for the Jubilee Experience, giving guests access to a special lounge, valet parking, discounts on food and drink, and other perks.

It costs Dh10,000, and includes four season passes, 30 multi-day passes and 10 one-day passes.

The Premium Experience season pass for Dh1,750, aimed at those looking for networking and business development opportunities, offers priority access to select events, such as Expo’s Programme for People and Planet, and a number of thematic business forums.

The pass also offers restaurant discounts, fast track access, plus five entries to the Premium Lounge at 2020 Club by Emaar, to host meetings and enjoy free food and drinks.

Updated: November 08, 2021, 9:08 AM