Historical Tour in Old Dubai

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Walking through the streets of Al Fahidi, the oldest district of the city famous for its front towers, you enter inside the courtyards of the houses to admire the architecture and the serenity of the place. Continuation, we pass by the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort, continuation on foot passing by "Little India" and crossing the Fabric Souk. Crossing the Creek in Abra.

What's Included

Traditional Arabic Coffee and Tea
All entries
Bottled water
Tasting (Dates)
Entrance to the Abra Boat
All Fees and Taxes
Government-run ferry ticket
Private Guided Tour
Special prices at the spice souk

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Sharaf DG Metro Station Exit 4.

Please meet me next to the ticket counter inside Sharaf DG Metro Station at the appointed time.

End point
Dubai Gold Souk

We will end our tour with a visit to the sumptuous Dubai Gold Souk.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Sharaf DG Metro Station Exit 4.

    Our meeting point.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Coffee museum

    Try authentic Arabic coffee (Green Coffee + Cardamon + Saffron) at the Coffee Museum, with traditional dates to taste magnificent with the coffee.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    Walking through the streets of Al Fahidi, the oldest district of the city famous for its front towers, you enter inside the courtyards of the houses to admire the architecture and the serenity of the place.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    Feel the real Dubai and what it once was in the historic Al Fahidi district. With its traditional houses, narrow streets and wind tunnels visible everywhere, it is a good place to soak up the history and traditions of the Emirates.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort (Pass by)

    We pass by the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort (The oldest fortress in Dubai since the 1780s). (In restoration)

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Bur Dubai Abra Station

    We will take small wooden boats (Abra - means of public transport) to have contact with the locals, and cross the Dubai Creek (natural arm of the Arab Gulf).

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Textile Souk

    Proceeding towards the historic district of Bur Dubai and discover many colorful fabrics at the textile souk. You can browse an endless selection of raw silk, cotton and embroidered fabrics in this bazaar. Located just across Dubai Creek from many other popular souks, visitors will encounter dozens of shops and stalls at the famous market.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Deira Old Souk Abra Station

    On this side are Dubai's oldest markets, the Spice Souk and the famous Gold Souk, one of the best photo stops.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Dubai Spice Souk

    We arrive at the spice market; oriental atmosphere with lots of colors and smells, like The Counts of a Thousand and One Night. Get to know all the different spices and shop at local markets at the best prices. Enjoy a tasting of local dates.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Dubai Gold Souk

    we spend time at the gold market, where there are ten tons of gold in its store windows, and where you will find the largest ring in the world (Guiness World Record).

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Noha

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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