Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

4.9 (2,998 reviews) Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Duration3h - 4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover Dubai's old town on a walking tour in the Al Fahidi district. Visit a traditional Emirati house, try street food, explore lively markets, and take a boat ride on Dubai Creek in a traditional abra.

Options

Group Tour

Group Tour From Meeting Point: A group tour with a live session of Arabic coffee making, along with , Abra ride, and entry to heritage sites and galleries.

Group Tour

Group Tour

Group Tour with Transfer

Group Tour with Hotel Transfer: Enjoy a group tour with Arabic coffee , traditional Abra ride, and heritage sites and galleries entry with hotel transfer .

Group Tour in English

Duration: 3 hours
Group Tour From Meeting Point: A group tour with a live session of Arabic coffee making, along with , Abra ride, and entry to heritage sites and galleries.

Premium Tour

Duration: 3 hours

Premium Tour with English

Upgrade your tour by adding premium tastings and local snacks such as falafel, shawarma, local regag bread, luqaimat sweets,
Duration: 3 hours

Premium Tour

Upgrade your tour by adding premium tastings and local snacks such as falafel, shawarma, local regag bread, luqaimat sweets,
Duration: 3 hours

What's included

  • Rogag and Luqaimat snacks (with premium option)
  • Pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Shawarma and Falafel (with premium option English)
  • Abra ride (traditional boat ride along Dubai Creek)
  • Visit to Gold Souk
  • Lemon Mint Fresh Juice (with premium option)
  • Dates
  • Al Khayma Heritage House entry
  • Arabic Tea
  • Heritage Site & Museums
  • Camel Milk Chocolate
  • Street food (Karak tea and Samosa) (with premium option)
  • Guide
  • Visit to Spice Souk
  • Camel milk ice cream (with premium option)
  • Bottle of water
  • Photo stop at Al Seef Mosque
  • Tips (optional)

What to expect

  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    We begin our walking tour by meeting our tour guide at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant located in Al Fahidi Historic District. Feel welcomed with Arabic coffee and tea with dates, where later you will also taste Arabian dishes like luqaimat and Ragag.
  2. Souk Al Seef By Dubai Retail
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Walk along the Al Seef promenade and enjoy the charming view of the small mosque. Wander through the narrow streets of the Al Fahidi district, where you can appreciate the beautiful old buildings next to modern ones.
  3. 30m
    Go past the Grand Souk and take a ride on a traditional abra water taxi to explore Dubai Creek. Enjoy the wide views of large trading ships and the tall skyscrapers of Dubai’s skyline as you sail along.
  4. Dubai Spice Souk
    30m · Admission ticket included
    When you reach the Spice Souk, enjoy the rich smells and bright colors of the various spices and ingredients. You can also try bargaining with the local sellers.
  5. Gold Souk
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Lastly, visit the Gold Souk and admire the beautiful jewelry, silver, and precious stones. Say goodbye to your guide and leave Dubai with a deeper appreciation of its traditional culture and history, beyond the luxury and sparkle.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Al Khayma Heritage House, nearest Metro station is DG Sharaf Metro station - Green line

End point

You may continue shopping at Gold & Spice souk

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note, the tour duration will be 3-4 hours.
  • Meet your guide at Al Khayma Heritage House, nearest metro station is DG Sharaf Metro Startion- Green line
  • Kindly share your WhatsApp number for easy communication during the meeting point.
  • This tour may be conducted in two different languages simultaneously.
  • Do not carry luggage or large bags.
  • Infants are not allowed on this tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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