Old Dubai [walking]: Recommended tours & tickets

Join me on one of the most beautiful areas in Dubai and create memories you cannot forget during this Fun tour which is mix of Street Food, Museums, shopping, culture and history. Let me show you this unique side of Dubai like no other can! Enjoy stress-free visit to the local markets (souks) and Explore Grand Souk, spice Souk and Gold Souk and get the best deals with Aladdin. Visit the main highlights of old Dubai and the museums in Fahidi historical neighborhood and learn a lot about Culture, history, beliefs and lifestyle of Dubai and Arabs explained with fun. All this while getting stuffed with several tastings including arabic coffee, Tea, dates, chocodates and street food. Cruise Dubai Creek with the traditional boat (Abra) and enjoy the best views .

Overview Take complete advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the iconic destination in Dubai with a sightseeing tour. Join us to admire the breathtaking beauty of the finest edifices like the Blue Mosque, Old Emirati House and many more. Highlights Explore some of the most iconic destinations in Dubai. Witness the magnificent Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Breathe in the architectural beauty of the well-known Blue Mosque. Enjoy a memorable shopping experience at the Gold and Spice Souks. Explore Al Khayma Heritage House, enjoying the fascinating tradition.

Discover the major tourist attractions, latest sites and upcoming developments of Dubai in the company of a professional licensed English-speaking tour guide. Dubai is an ever changing city and new tourist sites are always being added to the program. This five and half hour guided tour includes museum entrance, a shared boat ride and transportation in a luxury car or SUV from hotels in Dubai or the sea port. Our tour is a complete tour of Dubai that covers both old and modern Dubai.

Discover the hidden gems of Dubai's rich history and traditions on our small-group tour. We'll take you off the beaten tourist path to explore the authentic old Dubai, starting with the historic Al Fahidi neighborhood, offering a glimpse into the city's evolution from the mid-19th century to the 1970s. Highlights of the tour also include visits to Al Seef, the Dubai Museum, Al Fahidi Fort, and the intriguing Coins Museum. To conclude your adventure, enjoy a traditional boat ride to the vibrant gold and spice markets. Immerse yourself in the true essence of Dubai's heritage.

Experience Arabian culture by touring the Al Khayma Heritage house and savoring optional Emirati food. Tour the alleyways of Al Fahidi, the Coffee Museum, and witness the fascinating history of old Dubai. Take an Abra water taxi across the creek to visit the gold and spice souks.

The journey of Dubai from a pearl diving village to the world’s most fascinating holiday destination is surprising. Hence, a journey through this mesmerizing city is even more attractive for any kind of traveller. This package is an opportunity to travel through the miraculously beautiful attraction of Dubai which will provide you with an insight to the rich culture and varied history of this fabulous country.

Dubai’s historic and humble beginnings tell a story like no other. We’ll start the day by marching the streets of old Dubai stopping by several enchanting sights and witnessing the city’s dynamic history woven by its people.  We'll learn about the emirate’s history as we wander its streets and the aromatic spice and shiny gold souqs. We’ll meet shop owners and learn the secrets behind some of the world’s most expensive traded items. We'll hop on a traditional wooden abra boat and cross over the magnificent Dubai Creek. We’ll visit the Grand Mosque in Dubai, originally built in 1900, where we’ll enjoy an introduction to Islam’s core beliefs and the mosque’s beautiful architecture. We’ll explore the historic Al Fahidi neighborhood with its merchant houses and their incredible windtowers, and enjoy gahwa or Arabic coffee, a quintessential symbol of Emirati hospitality. By then, I guarantee our stomachs will be grumbling loud enough to guide us themselves to one of Dubai’s best eats.

Join a friendly resident food-lover and certified guide who will take you through our favorite Middle Eastern restaurants and shops in the bustling district of Murraggabat in Deira. We walk from one restaurant to another, sampling Palestinian, Lebanese, Syrian and Iraqi treats while sharing stories of Dubai and of food along the way. Our food tour route covers a spectrum of flavours from across the Middle East – herb green falafels and creamy hummus from the Levant, delicious Syrian fare (both vegetarian and non vegetarian options!), cardamom-scented Arabic coffee from the Gulf and traditional Iraqi food that will either be a giant smoked fish with tangy mango pickle or juicy lamb kebabs (depends on group size). In addition, we experience the time-tested customs of Arabic coffee and sample fresh sweet cheese pastry right off the stove. **The Syrian stop is omitted during summer months of May - September.

Journey with us in this two-hour action packed historical walking tour where it all began. We will guide you through the middle east markets, traditional houses, and historic by lanes of the old city. You will go back in time to see what life was like on the sleepy banks of a pearling and fishing village. The tour includes a visit to a Fort, a boat ride across the creek, and visits to the famous textile, spice and gold souks (markets). Along the way, you will hear the story of the men and women who transformed this regional trading outpost into the global juggernaut that it is today. Elements of Emirati culture will be seen up-close as we explained the nuanced ways that the traditions still thrive. Far away from the glass skyscrapers of modern Dubai, this tour will introduce you to the real, and fascinating, heart and soul of the town. You simply cannot miss this side of Dubai!

"Embark on a captivating journey through the origins of the metropolis of Dubai with our meticulously crafted 'Old Dubai Walking Tour.' Join our exclusive small group as we guide you through the historic streets that narrate the city's humble beginnings. Experience the immersive charm of Al Fahidi Fort, an emblem of Emirati history, while our expert guides unfold tales of Dubai's evolution. Delight in the picturesque views of Dubai Creek during a traditional abra boat ride, a timeless Emirati tradition. Indulge your senses with an array of local street food, savoring the flavors that have shaped Dubai's culinary identity. Learn the art of haggling and explore the treasures at the renowned Gold and Spice Souks. This unique tour is designed to provide you with an authentic glimpse into Dubai's past, allowing you to 'Discover Old Dubai' as you've never seen it before. Join us for an unforgettable experience that blends history, culture, and tradition seamlessly."

Journey with us on this private two-hour walking tour to explore the city as you have never seen it. We will guide you through the middle east markets, traditional houses, and historic by lanes of the old city. You will go back in time to see what life was like on the sleepy banks of a pearling and fishing village. The tour includes a visit to a Fort, a boat ride across the creek, and visits to the famous textile, spice and gold souks (markets). Along the way, you will hear the story of the men and women who transformed this regional trading outpost into the global juggernaut that it is today. Elements of Emirati culture will be seen up-close as we explained the nuanced ways that the traditions still thrive. Far away from the glass skyscrapers of modern Dubai, this tour will introduce you to the real, and fascinating, heart and soul of the town. You simply cannot miss this side of Dubai!

Let's explore the Old Dubai, Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum) and the famous textile, spice & gold souks (markets). Roam the narrow alleys and take a traditional wooden boat called 'abra' to cross the creek Along the way, Youll understand Dubai from the perspective of its history, people, food, culture, and etiquette. This tour is a tremendous introduction to Dubai's story from a desert-to-a-global destination city. Dubai souks are famous the world over. In particular, don’t miss the Dubai Gold Souk and the ancient Covered Souk, spice souk and The Textile Souk They’re all housed within the vibrant Bur Dubai and Deira area of Dubai. The souks are less labyrinthine than formerly, but these historic markets still offer hospitable trading and good-matured bartering..