Dubai Old Town Walking Tour with Abra ride, Spice and Gold Souk
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Welcome to Dubai! Join our walking tour in the oldest neighborhood of the city. Explore narrow alleys, historic buildings, take a boat ride, visit old souks. Take a traditional boat ride across Dubai Creek, where you'll try some delicious dates chocolates, Dry Fruits, Nuts and Oil Perfumes. During the tour, visit famous landmarks such as the Bastakiya Quarter, Al Fahidi Fort, the Grand Mosque of Dubai, and Temple Lane. Stroll through the bustling Textile Souk, admire the scenic views of Dubai Creek, and discover the vibrant Spice Souk and Gold Souk. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights throughout the tour, making this a truly immersive experience. Enjoy a blend of culture and history as you uncover the hidden gems of Old Dubai.
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The traditional style of life that was prevalent in Dubai from the mid 19th century till the 1970s is reflected at Al-Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, where buildings with high air towers (Barjeel), built with traditional building materials such as stone, gypsum, teak, sandal wood, fronds and palm wood are aligned side by side, separated by alleys, pathways and public squares, which give the district a natural and beautiful diversity.
The oldest building in Dubai since 1780s standing tall as it was built as a fortress. The center of politics in Old days.
The Dubai Hindu Temple is a place of worship for Hindus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The temple caters to the large Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates. The temple complex, initially established in 1958 in Bur Dubai, comprised the Shiva Mandir, Krishna Mandir, and Gurudwara.
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)
You can hop aboard one of the many traditional ferry boats, known as ABRA, to cross the creek that separates the Bur Dubai and Deira neighborhoods. The journey is one of the most affordable and authentic experiences in the city.
As soon as we will reach at Spice souq, the aroma in the air will blew your mind, please note this is the oldest market of Dubai. Get to know all the different spices and enjoy shopping with the best rates, don't forget to Bargain.
One of the largest Gold Market in the World, With its enormous collection of shops, its remarkable variety of goods and its exceptionally reasonable prices, the Dubai Gold Market is the ultimate destination for jewelry lovers.
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- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Recommended to everyone
Reviews(32)
Our family of four had a wonderful time with Mansoor! He was very friendly and knowledgeable and went at a pace that was good for our family. We would highly recommend!
Mansoor did a fantastic job as our private guide. He was patient with our kids and I was very impressed he could deliver a quality tour during Ramadan while fasting. Thanks for a great family tour.
Our tour guide Mansoor Ali was fantastic. Very friendly and knowledgeable. It was great to learn about the history of Dubai.
Zulfikar is a great guide. Enthousiastic en very complete tour in historic Dubai. Very good with children. Highly recommended.
Tamour is gentle and funny. Thank you for this experience!!! I greatly reccommend it to everyone. I bought many spices with a good price.
Great experience with Tamour! Super nice, we did a wonderful visit in Old Dubai with him! Greatly recommended! It is absolutely worth it!
Fascinating and very informative experience! Our guide offered a fun and engaging experience! His depth of knowledge was obvious. I could have spent the entire day with him!
Ali was great! He was knowledgeable, thoughtful and kind. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with him! He gave us great advice at the souqs, told us about the history of the UAE and treated us to some yummy samosas and chai.
Our family of 6 had a great time touring old Dubai with Ali. Great and interesting stops for local food. Good information on the UAE and its history.
Tamour did a great job at explaining Dubai history, and making me & my wife feel right at home! Super professional, and takes pride in what he does! We really enjoyed the tour!
