Old Dubai tour: Local Market, Tasting, Dubai creek with Abra ride
Overview
Available languages
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Dive into the heart of Old Dubai with our immersive guided tour. Explore the rich heritage and vibrant culture as you meander through the historical alleyways of the ancient district. Savor the authentic street food, bursting with exotic Flavors that promise to delight your taste buds. Your adventure reaches its peak with a serene Abra boat ride across the picturesque waters of Dubai Creek, offering breathtaking views of the city's skyline. Join us for a journey that masterfully blends history, culinary delights, and scenic beauty, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Abra boat ride
Gold Market
Coins museum free admission “ will open soon “
Bottled water
Spice market
Old Market
Drop off not included
Camel milk chocolate “ tasting “
Free explanation
Personal tour guide
is included if the option selected
What To Expect
Souk Al Seef By Dubai Retail
l Seef is a vibrant waterfront destination located along the historic Dubai Creek. It's a fantastic spot to shop, dine, and enjoy a mix of old-world charm and modern amenities. You can explore traditional markets, enjoy a variety of cuisines, and even take a scenic dhow boat ride2. It's a great place to experience the cultural heritage and contemporary lifestyle of Dubai.
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, also known as Al Bastakiya, is one of Dubai's oldest heritage sites. It's renowned for its traditional wind-tower architecture and labyrinthine alleyways. The area is home to art galleries, museums, and cultural spaces, offering a glimpse into Dubai's rich history and traditional Emirati culture. Visitors can explore the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding and the Dubai Museum here.
Options
Tour with Special offer
This tour includes water: Arabic coffee, abra boat ride , No Street food Included
Duration: 3 hours
walking tour : walking tour with Abra ride “ traditional boat “ and live tour guide
Tour with pickup services
Duration: 3 hours: Tour with pickup services from dubai hotel and please “ NO Drop off included “ only pickup
With Pick-up from Dubai Hotel: Guided tour in English & Italian& German & Spanish and French with pickup from Dubai hotel “No Drop off included “
Private tour with pickup
Duration: 3 hours: You can choose any time as your availability
Traditional street food : Traditional Shawarma , fresh juice , camel milk chocolate , Arabian coffee and Abra ride
Premium English tour
Include street food: Abra boat ride, unlimited water, fresh hibiscus juice, camel milk chocolate tasting and Arabic coffee
Street food: Tasty street food, Arabic coffe , camel milk chocolate tasting , and water
Without Picku-up
Group tour in French
Include : Water Coffee Street food Abra ride
German Guided tour
Duration: 3 hours: Without pickup
Group tour Spanish
Guided Tour in italian
Without Pick-up
Reviews
844 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Cultural Experience in Old Dubai!
Laura d,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was the highlight of our trip! We learned so much about the fascinating history of Dubai and how it evolved from a fishing village to the vibrant city it is today. Walking through the souks was a sensory delight — the spice market was especially memorable with its rich aromas and beautiful displays. The abra ride across the creek was a unique and peaceful way to see the city from the water. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate, which made the whole experience even more special. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to explore the roots of Dubai!
Dubai old town tour.
Michael P,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mahmoud was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Full of interesting facts about Dubai history and culture, this tour took in the old town, a creek boat trip and the souks. There were plenty of tasters of coffee, tea and spices. I highly recommend this trip.
Wonderful Tour
Katharine C,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was amazing. Our guide, Hichem, is very friendly, informative, and professional. We had a great time learning a lot about UAE's history and culture. Thank you Hichem for this wonderful experience!
Old Dubai tour
Adam W,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was very informative and the itinerary was very well structured. Hichem was our guide and done an excellent job.
Do not book this tour , do it by yourself.
Rajesh A,
May 6, 2025
- Viator
1.00I do not appreciate this tour. This tour was a tourist trap. I feel I must provide some feedback for the upcoming guests. The tour guide was not friendly and he didn’t care About the guests in the tour. It was like a record and play. The museum was closed didn’t visit any historic places as mentioned in the description. The souk was a tourist trap where we pushed to buy from one particular shop. The reason they gave was that there is aircon inside the shop. In the market there was cat calling to the women as no one cared.
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