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Old Dubai Shopping Tour: Gold Souk, Spice Souk & Abra Ride

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About this activity

Explore Old Dubai’s Famous Souks – Shopping, Culture & Traditional Abra Ride Discover the authentic side of Dubai on a guided shopping experience through the city’s historic souks and traditional neighborhoods. Visit the Gold Souk and Spice Souk, where you can explore gold jewelry, aromatic spices, perfumes and local products. Continue to the Textile Souk and Meena Bazaar in the Al Fahidi area, known for fabrics, traditional clothing, souvenirs and local shopping. Enjoy a traditional abra boat ride across Dubai Creek and experience the historic heart of Old Dubai from the water. Your licensed local Dubai tour guide will share the history, culture and traditions of these famous markets while giving you time to explore, shop and experience the local atmosphere.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Dubai’s iconic Gold Souq and Spice Souk
    • Bottled water
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Enjoy a traditional-style Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek,
    • Charming Textile Souk and Meena Bazaar in Al Fahidi District
    • Pick and Drop from your location
    • Professional Tour Guide

    Not included

    • Any Personal Expenses

    Itinerary

    1. Pickup from your staying location by car with Professional English Tour Guide

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    2. Meena Bazaar in Bur Dubai

      Meena Bazaar in Bur Dubai is one of Dubai's oldest and most vibrant shopping districts. It’s located near the Dubai Creek and is especially popular for textiles, jewelry, traditional clothing, and street food.

      40 minutesAdmission free

    3. The Textile Souk in Dubai

      The Textile Souk in Dubai is a vibrant traditional market located in Bur Dubai, just steps away from Meena Bazaar and the Bur Dubai Abra Station. It's one of the best places in the city to buy fabrics, scarves, traditional clothing, and souvenirs.

      40 minutesAdmission free

    4. Bur Dubai Village

      An abra ride in Dubai is one of the most authentic and scenic ways to explore the city’s historical charm, especially around Dubai Creek. Abras are traditional wooden boats that have been used as water taxis for decades.

      15 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    5. Dubai Spice Souk

      The Spice Souk in Dubai

      The Spice Souk in Dubai is a sensory-rich traditional market filled with the aromas and colors of exotic spices, herbs, and other culinary treasures. It's located in Deira, on the opposite side of Dubai Creek from the Textile Souk and Meena Bazaar

      50 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Dubai Gold Souk

      The Dubai Gold Souk

      The Dubai Gold Souk is one of the most famous gold markets in the world — a must-visit for tourists and serious buyers alike. Located in Deira, right next to the Spice Souk, it offers an incredible variety of gold jewelry, diamonds, precious stones, and even platinum and silver at competitive, tax-free prices.

      50 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone is picked up
    • 1424 hotels are served
    • You can request another pickup address
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 15 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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    City Tours
    Product code
    5584572P1

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