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Historical Tour in Old Dubai

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About this activity

Walking through the streets of Al Fahidi, the oldest district of the city famous for its front towers, you enter inside the courtyards of the houses to admire the architecture and the serenity of the place. Continuation, we pass by the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort, continuation on foot passing by "Little India" and crossing the Fabric Souk. Crossing the Creek in Abra.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Tea and coffee
    • All entries
    • Bottled water
    • Special prices at the spice souk
    • Tasting (Dates)
    • Entrance to the Abra Boat
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Government-run ferry ticket
    • Private Guided Tour

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Our meeting point.

        5 minutesAdmission free

      2. Try authentic Arabic coffee (Green Coffee + Cardamon + Saffron) at the Coffee Museum, with traditional dates to taste magnificent with the coffee.

        20 minutesAdmission included

      3. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

        Walking through the streets of Al Fahidi, the oldest district of the city famous for its front towers, you enter inside the courtyards of the houses to admire the architecture and the serenity of the place.

        30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      4. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

        Feel the real Dubai and what it once

        Feel the real Dubai and what it once was in the historic Al Fahidi district. With its traditional houses, narrow streets and wind tunnels visible everywhere, it is a good place to soak up the history and traditions of the Emirates.

        15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      5. Dubai Museum

        We pass by the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort (The oldest fortress in Dubai since the 1780s). (In restoration)

        Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

      6. Bur Dubai Village

        We will take small wooden boats (Abra - means of public transport) to have contact with the locals, and cross the Dubai Creek (natural arm of the Arab Gulf).

        15 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

      7. Proceeding towards the historic district of Bur Dubai and discover many colorful fabrics at the textile souk. You can browse an endless selection of raw silk, cotton and embroidered fabrics in this bazaar. Located just across Dubai Creek from many other popular souks, visitors will encounter dozens of shops and stalls at the famous market.

        20 minutesAdmission free

      8. On this side are Dubai's oldest markets, the Spice Souk and the famous Gold Souk, one of the best photo stops.

        5 minutesAdmission free

      9. Dubai Spice Souk

        We arrive at the spice market

        oriental atmosphere with lots of colors and smells, like The Counts of a Thousand and One Night. Get to know all the different spices and shop at local markets at the best prices. Enjoy a tasting of local dates.

        30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      10. Dubai Gold Souk

        we spend time at the gold market, where there are ten tons of gold in its store windows, and where you will find the largest ring in the world (Guiness World Record).

        20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      Meeting point

      Please meet me next to the ticket counter inside Sharaf DG Metro Station at the appointed time.

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      Pickup

      • Everyone meets at the start point

      Drop-off

      • We will end our tour with a visit to the sumptuous Dubai Gold Souk.

      Know before you go

      • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • 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.

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      Between 0 and 1 days before0%
      • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
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      Noha
      Product code
      433839P1

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