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

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Experience Dubai's old town on a guided tour in the Al Fahidi district. Visit an Emirati Heritage House, savor street food, explore vibrant souks, and cruise on the Dubai Creek in a traditional abra.
◆ Dubai Creek ◆ Al Seef ◆ Al Fahidi ◆ Al Fahidi Fort ◆ Al Ras ◆ Al Shindagha ◆ Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, Dubai ◆ Al Bastakiya ◆ United Arab Emirates ◆ Wall of Old Dubai ◆ Al Souq Al Kabeer ◆ Bur Dubai Souk Market ◆ Dubai ◆ Emirate of Dubai ◆ Dubai Gold Souk ◆ Asia ◆ Dubai Spice Souk ◆ Al Jaddaf ◆ Al Hamriya ◆ Coins Museum ◆ Coffee Museum, Dubai ◆ Bur Dubai Abra Dock ◆

Description

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

Delve into the rich history of Dubai's Al Fahidi district on a guided walking tour. Admire the views of Dubai Creek on a traditional abra boat ride, savor local street food and sip Arabic coffee at the Al Khayma Heritage House. Meet your guide at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, a historic Emirati house, and enjoy a hot cup of Arabic coffee with dates, snacks, and delicious street food. Then, take a guided tour of the photo gallery of the restaurant, which features a collection of historical photographs showcasing the rich history of the UAE. Stroll along the Al Seef promenade and marvel at the quaint mosque. Navigate the narrow alleyways of the Al Fahidi district while admiring the architectural splendor of historic buildings contrasting with modern constructions. Pass the Grand Souk and hop aboard a traditional abra water taxi for a sightseeing journey around Dubai Creek. Soak in the panoramic views of huge trading ships and the towering skyscrapers of the Dubai skyline as you sail. Arrive at the Spice Souk and experience the enticing smells and vibrant colors of the many spices and ingredients. You can also try your hand at haggling with local merchants. Finally, step inside the Gold Souk and marvel at the fine jewelry, silver, and precious stones. Bid farewell to your guide and leave Dubai with a greater understanding of its traditional culture and history beyond the glitz and glamour.


What's included

  • Pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Guide
  • Entry to Heritage Sites & Museums
  • Gold Souk Visit
  • Spice Souk Visit
  • Abra ride (traditional boat ride along Dubai Creek)
  • Arabic tea or coffee
  • Dates
  • Al Khayma Heritage House entry
  • Bottle of water
  • Camel milk chocolate
  • Street food (Karak tea and Samosa) (with Premium Option)
  • Rogag and Luqaimat snacks (with Premium Option)
  • Shawarma and falafel (with Premium Option)
  • Camel milk ice cream (with Premium Option)
  • Lemon mint fresh juice (with Premium Option)

Exclusions

  • Tips (optional)

Highlights

  • Follow your guide through the winding lanes of the Al Fahidi historical district
  • Delve into the history of the UAE and enjoy a guided tour of an Emirati house
  • Taste mouthwatering street food and coffee at the Al Khayma Heritage House
  • Walk along the Al Seef walkway and set sail across Dubai Creek on an abra
  • Explore the bustling Gold Souk and Spice Souk and bargain with merchants

Additional Information

  • This tour may be conducted in 2 different languages simultaneously
  • This tour is not recommended for infants
  • Dubai Museum is temporarily closed

Reviews

4231 Reviews

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Yating - Taiwan () May/17/2025 13:09:53

Our tourguide is awesome!! patient and explaining all the details about Dubai that we need to know. The local treats of the beginning are nice too.

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GetYourGuide traveler - Germany () May/17/2025 06:39:30

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GetYourGuide traveler - Romania () May/17/2025 04:02:12

ghidul q fist foarte bun Ne-am plimbat pe o caldura totida prin centrul vechi, fsra sa simtim arsira. multumescc Maaz Kgan

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GetYourGuide traveler - Chile () May/17/2025 03:35:44

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Maurizio - Italy () May/16/2025 22:18:20

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GetYourGuide traveler - Austria () May/16/2025 15:55:04

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Shirley - South Africa () May/16/2025 11:30:52

Our guide, Khan was amazing. Authentic amd a brilliant story-teller. Thank you for the memory!

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Patricia - Germany () May/16/2025 10:41:06

Mustafa war ein sehr toller Guide und hat sich extrem viel Zeit für uns genommen. Es blieb kein Wunsch offen & keine Frage unbeantwortet. Vielen Dank Mustafa! Die Tour empfehlen wir jedem weiter. Hier erfährt man wirklich viel über die Geschichte Dubais aber auch generell viel über die VAE.

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