3-Hour Old Dubai Walking Tour with Souks, Abra Ride and Street Food

3 Hours Sharaf DG Metro Station to Gold Souk Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Step back in time through Old Dubai's heritage homes, wind towers, and traditional alleyways
02 Wander through the Textile Souk, Gold Souk, and Spice Souk while learning about Dubai's trading heritage
03 Sample authentic street food and local flavors, including shawarma, falafel, dates, fritters, and sambusas
04 Cross Dubai Creek aboard a traditional abra for a classic Old Dubai experience
05 Discover Dubai beyond the skyscrapers through local stories of culture, trade, and daily life

Explore the heart of Old Dubai on this private cultural walking tour that blends iconic heritage landmarks with authentic hidden gems. During this immersive 3-hour experience, stroll through lively traditional souks, sample delicious Dubai street food, and cross Dubai Creek aboard a classic wooden abra. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this heritage tour offers rich insight into Dubai's history, culture, and daily life beyond the modern skyline. With snacks included and a flexible pace, it's an ideal experience for travelers seeking a deeper, more authentic side of Dubai.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Dubai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Old Dubai Walk with Souks, Abra Ride, and Street Food Tastings

The itinerary covers meeting your guide at the designated meeting point before setting out to explore Old Dubai on foot.

Stroll through Al Seef and experience its heritage-inspired atmosphere. Continue to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, where you will learn about Dubai's history, culture, and traditional way of life while visiting its historic houses.

Walk through the Textile Souk and explore the traditional streets of Old Dubai. Then, cross Dubai Creek by traditional abra for a classic local experience.

Along the way, enjoy local street food tastings, including shawarma, falafel, local tea, dates, fritters, and sambusas. The tour concludes with a visit to Deira's traditional souks, including the famous Gold Souk and Spice Souk.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Sharaf DG Metro Station to Gold Souk 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Professional tour guide
Bottled water
Local snack and tea / coffee
Abra ride
Street food tastings

What's Not Included

Tips and gratuities
Personal and shopping expenses

Know before you go

It's a walking tour.
Make sure to arrive with an empty stomach, as there are lots of amazing food tastings.
The meeting point is easy to reach by public transport.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside Sharaf DG Metro Station, Exit 3. The guide will be wearing identification and holding a placard with the lead passenger's name.

Tour start

Sharaf DG Metro Station, Exit 3

Tour end

Gold Souk