Old Dubai Guided Tour With Photographer: Souks & Street Food

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Old Dubai Guided Tour With Photographer: Souks & Street Food
Top rated
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
62 reviews

Explore Arabian culture on this guided walking tour of Old Dubai. Taste delicious Emirati street food, take an abra ride, visit Al Fahidi Fort, the Coffee Museum, and the Gold and Spice Souks

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Johanan – Australia

Alex was so nice and respectful, I'm not an instagram model, he made me feel good. it was just me, funny thing I was staying the same place that we have been taking the pics. He was so understanding when I said didn't wanna do shopping. snacks was included and it was so delicious , love it ! beautiful photos. worth it ! good price for what you get. everything was so good :)

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Valerie – Qatar

Enjoyed every bit of it. The photoshoot was really an amazing experience! I had a great selection of pics which I really love. The guide was very informative as well and made the experience much more enjoyable.

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Highlights

  • Smell the tantalising aroma of different spices at the spice souk market
  • Find out more about the Emirati lifestyle at Al Khayma Heritage House
  • See Dubai Creek and discover the charming gold and spice souks nearby
  • Cross the Dubai Creek while riding in one of the traditional Abra water taxis

Full description

Explore Dubai’s rich history on a guided tour of Al Fahidi district. tart at Al Khayma Heritage House, where you’ll enjoy Arabic coffee, dates, and tasty street food. Explore the restaurant’s photo gallery showcasing the UAE’s history. Enjoy Arabic coffee, dates, and tasty street food.

Visit the Coffee Museum to learn about coffee’s cultural importance. Take a stroll along Al Seef promenade, passing a charming mosque, and wander the narrow alleys of Al Fahidi, admiring both old and modern buildings.

Stop by the Grand Souk, then hop on a traditional abra boat for a ride along Dubai Creek, where you’ll see trading ships and towering skyscrapers.

At the Spice Souk, take in the smells and colors of exotic spices and try haggling with local vendors. End at the Gold Souk, where you’ll admire fine jewelry and precious stones, leaving with a deeper understanding of Dubai’s culture and history.

Includes

  • Guide
  • Coffee Museum entry tickets
  • Coins Museum entry tickets
  • Al Khayma Heritage House entry
  • Visit to Gold Souk
  • Visit to Spice Souk
  • Photostop at the Old Wall of Dubai
  • Photostop at Al Seef Mosque
  • Abra water taxi ride
  • Arabic tea or coffee
  • Dates
  • Snacks
  • Street food (If Option is selected)
  • Professional Photographer (If option is selected)
  • Bottle of water
  • Tips (not mandatory)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 6 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, Al Fahidi

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage
  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • The Coffee Museum and Coins Museum close at 5:00 PM, so if you choose the 5:00 PM time slots, it will not be part of your trip
  • Dubai Museum is temporarily closed
  • This tour is not recommended for infants
  • The Coins Museum remain closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

From $19 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5
4.9 out of 5 stars

based on 62 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
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Johanan – AustraliaAugust 2, 2024 – Verified booking
Alex was so nice and respectful, I'm not an instagram model, he made me feel good. it was just me, funny thing I was staying the same place that we have been taking the pics. He was so understanding when I said didn't wanna do shopping. snacks was included and it was so delicious , love it ! beautiful photos. worth it ! good price for what you get. everything was so good :)
5
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Valerie – QatarMarch 26, 2024 – Verified booking
Enjoyed every bit of it. The photoshoot was really an amazing experience! I had a great selection of pics which I really love. The guide was very informative as well and made the experience much more enjoyable.
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Jonny – BrazilFebruary 7, 2024 – Verified booking
Alex was an amazing guide, showing us the surrounds of Dubai as Gold souk, Feira, etc, and giving us a lot of information about Dubai and its history. At the end, we finished in the Al Khaimah Heritage restaurant, with snacks, tea and more. it was an amazing tour.

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