United Arab Emirates · Heritage Walks

5-Hour Dubai Heritage Tour with Abra Ride and Traditional Souks

5 Hours Round trip from Bur Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Al Seef area and the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
  • 02 Visit the Coffee & Coin Museum and Dubai Museum
  • 03 Pay respects at the only Hindu temple in the UAE
  • 04 Stroll through the Dubai Textile Souk, Spice Souk, and Gold Souk
  • 05 Enjoy a private abra ride across Dubai Creek

Discover the remarkable history, distinctive culture, and extraordinary social life of Dubai on this 5-hour tour. Explore the historic Al Seef area and the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, visit the Dubai Museum and the only Hindu temple in the UAE, and step into the Coffee & Coin Museum. Cross Dubai Creek on a private abra ride, then wander through the traditional trading lanes of Bur Dubai and Deira, including the Textile Souk, Spice Souk, and Gold Souk.

Discover the remarkable history, distinctive culture, and extraordinary social life of Dubai on this 5-hour tour.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Dubai
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dubai Heritage Walk Through Al Seef, Souks, and Creek

  • Meet your tour guide and start from Al Seef. During the tour, you will cover the following places:
    • Al Seef Area: A bustling destination spread over 1.8 km, rooted in Dubai's culture and heritage, with a charming atmosphere that resonates throughout its distinct heritage and contemporary areas.
    • Al Fahidi Historical District/Bastakiya: Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood is a historic district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The construction of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood dates back to the 1890s.
    • Coffee & Coin Museum: Located in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood near the Ruler's Divan in Bur Dubai, this museum was converted into a coin museum in 2004. It consists of two floors and is built of coral, stone, plaster, Chandan wood, leaves and trunks of palm trees, and teakwood. (Closed on Friday.)
    • Dubai Museum: The museum was opened by the Ruler of Dubai in 1971 to present the traditional way of life in the Emirate of Dubai. (Closed on Friday.)
    • Dubai Hindu Temple: A place of worship for Hindus in Dubai, this small temple caters to the large Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates and is currently the only Hindu temple in the UAE.
    • Dubai Textile Souk: Located at the old trading centre of Bur Dubai, on the opposite side of Dubai Creek, the Textile Souk offers a range of fabrics, including silk and cotton.
    • Private abra ride tour at Dubai Creek: Crossing Dubai Creek by boat is a popular mode of transport for residents and tourists in Dubai. The ride lasts about 30 minutes.
    • Dubai Spice & Gold Souk: Head to the Dubai Spice Souk in Deira, where you can find many spices, herbs, incense, and traditional medicine.
Al Seef Area, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Dubai Creek

Where this trip takes you

Al Seef Area, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Dubai Creek

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bur Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 1 bottle of water for each tourist
  • Dubai Museum tickets
  • Abra tickets
  • Coffee & Coin Museum entry fee
  • Tea at a local shop
  • English-speaking guide

What's Not Included

  • Any tipping
  • Personal expenses
  • Souvenirs
  • Food, drinks, and snacks
  • Anything not mentioned above

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Umbrella

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Burjuman Metro Station exit 2 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour start
Bur Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Bur Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates.

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