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Old Dubai Walking Tour

4.9 (19 reviews)Duration: 1 Full Day
Old Dubai Walking Tour

Expedition Overview

Take a peek into Dubai’s old way of life with this guided tour

A journey to Dubai’s past!

Starting at the Bur Dubai side of Dubai Creek, near the Al Fahidi District, our Old Dubai Walking Tour takes you on a journey through the city’s history and culture. Reachable by taxi or metro, this location is easy to access. Explore the Al Fahidi Courtyard Houses and Ruler’s Court before immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Hindi Lane. Learn about the Indian community’s influence on Dubai’s history as we make our way through the Old Textile Souk and Meena Bazaar. Our tour ends at the Creek Waterfront Abra Taxi Stand. From there, we’ll hop aboard a traditional boat and enjoy a scenic ride to Deira, passing by Sheikh Saeed’s House and Heritage Village. Discover the history of the Spice Souk and the Gold Souk, where trading activities still continue today. The tour concludes at the Gold Souk, where guests can savor a traditional Emirati meal before heading back to the city via the nearby Al Ras Metro.

What's Included & Excluded

Included Package Features

  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Traditional Abra Ride (Water Taxi)

Excluded Services

  • •Personal Travel Insurance
  • •Personal Souvenirs & Gratuities

Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary

Step 1

Stop / Activity 1

Visit Al Fahidi District and walk around

Step 2

Stop / Activity 2

Explore Dubai Creek

Step 3

Stop / Activity 3

Dubai Museum Tour

Step 4

Stop / Activity 4

Coffee Museum Tour

Step 5

Stop / Activity 5

The Ruler’s Court Tour

Step 6

Stop / Activity 6

Mina Bazar Tour

Step 7

Stop / Activity 7

Gold Souk Tour

Step 8

Stop / Activity 8

Spice Souk Tour

Step 9

Stop / Activity 9

Traditional Abra Ride (wooden boat) to ride across the creek

Step 10

Stop / Activity 10

Dubai Creek Tour

Highlights

  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Traditional Abra Ride (Water Taxi)

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If I could rate this 10 stars I would - this was one of the most memorable experiences of our time in Qatar, and Zakria made it what it was. He was on time, early in fact, to fetch us. Throughout the trip he spoke to us and taught us so many authentic cultural facts.

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