Private Tour
Old Dubai Walking Tour: Abra ride, Creek, Spice & Gold Souks.
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Let's explore the Old Dubai, Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum) and the famous textile, spice & gold souks (markets). Roam the narrow alleys and take a traditional wooden boat called 'abra' to cross the creek Along the way, Youll understand Dubai from the perspective of its history, people, food, culture, and etiquette. This tour is a tremendous introduction to Dubai's story from a desert-to-a-global destination city.
Dubai souks are famous the world over. In particular, don’t miss the Dubai Gold Souk and the ancient Covered Souk, spice souk and The Textile Souk They’re all housed within the vibrant Bur Dubai and Deira area of Dubai. The souks are less labyrinthine than formerly, but these historic markets still offer hospitable trading and good-matured bartering..
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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
Bottled water
Guide
Abra Ride across Dubai Creek.
What To Expect
Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
The oldest building in Dubai since 1780s standing tall as it was built as a fortress. The center of politics in Old days.
Textile Souk
A treasure trove of rainbow hued colors, textures, weaves and embroidery from around the world. One of the oldest traditional markets in Dubai; best spot to buy textile Products, shawls and Souvenirs (MAKE SURE YOU BARGAIN)
Options
Small Group Tour
Water Bottle
Old Dubai
Licensed History Guide & Boat
Private & Personalised
Only You & Your Group.: Let's explore the Old Dubai, Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum) and the famous textile, spice & gold souks (markets).
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous communication...
Melissa J,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fabulous communication prior to the trip. Our Guide was Ali Kamail. Extremely knowledgeable. Evident that Ali loves his job, this tour and Dubai. It was good to see and learn about the historical side of Dubaii, ride across the Creek etc. A good experience.
Walking tour in old Dubai
wanda,
Dec 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was amazing. Well informed, and answered all of our questions. Before booking the tour I wasn’t thrilled about walking the distance, but I’m glad we did. We were able to maneuver in and out the shops with ease. We will definitely return and use the same tour guide.
Amazing tour
Yasmin F,
Mar 23, 2022
- Viator
5.00I had such a great time! Waseem made everything so personalized and really went above and beyond! I recommended him to a friend the next day!
Walking around the souks,...
Anna C,
Nov 16, 2021
- Viator
5.00Walking around the souks, talking to our knowledgeable and pleasant guide Tamour, uand meeting the merchants
Wonderful and interesting tour - highly recommended!
Anat Y,
May 14, 2021
- Viator
5.00This tour was amazing and we highly recommend it!! Waseem is extremely nice and we learned so much about Dubai during this tour. Waseem made the tour perfect for what we were interested in and helped us get the best products in the souks.
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