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48 tours  ·  from $6 a head

The spice and gold souks sit either side of a creek and an abra costs small change. These 15 cover the walk, the crossing and the tastings, priced and timed for the heat.

Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour - Starting at Al Seef beside Dubai Creek
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Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

1.Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,816 reviews · 2.5 - 4 hours · from $18Our pick

Walk Al Seef, Al Fahidi, and Al Bastakiya with a local guide, taste Arabic coffee, dates, shawarma, falafel, and juice, then cross Dubai Creek by abra to the Spice and Gold Souks. Guides such as Hamza, Seef, Francis, and Ramadan are praised for clear cultural insight, shopping advice, and friendly humor.

“We had an amazing tour of Old Dubai yesterday. Our guide Seef was fantastic, so knowledgeable and funny and insightful! We had an amazing time and we would 110% recommend this tour - a must experience in Dubai!”

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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride - Walking Through Al Seef and Al Fahidi
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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

2.Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7,170 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $9

Spend 3 to 4 hours tracing Old Dubai with a guide through Al Fahidi, Al Seef, the Gold Souk, and Spice Souk. You’ll visit an Emirati heritage house, taste Arabic coffee and dates, cross Dubai Creek by abra, and, with the Premium option, sample shawarma, falafel, luqaimat, camel milk ice cream, and more. Guides include Ahmed, Khan, Hossam, Mustafa, and Zeeshan.

“Ahmed demonstrated outstanding commitment throughout the tour, consistently going above and beyond expectations. His dedication, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile ensured an excellent experience from start to finish. He remained fully engaged until the very end, making the journey both memorable and seamless. He spent extra minutes without hesitating. A really big kudos to this guy”

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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour - Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach: a quick Dubai photograph
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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

3.Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,980 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $49

See Dubai’s sharp contrasts in one guided outing: Burj Al Arab and the Museum of the Future, then the Blue Mosque, Gold and Spice Souks, an abra across Dubai Creek, Al Fahidi, and Al Khayma Heritage House. Guides such as Hossam, Iqbal, José, and Mostafa have been praised for clear history, photo help, and smooth pacing. Choose the Frame ticket option for the final skyline view.

“Top!! We had a wonderful tour -Dubai: Frame tickets, Creek,Souks, Blaue Moschee - with our tour guide Mohammad Iqbal. We were picked up at the announced time and he guided us in a very kind, patient , polite and informative way through the day. One this tour with M.Iqbal you do not get a lot of impressions but also a lot of information about Du ai and the way of life here. Besides some great fotostops we liked the visit of the „blue mosque“, a restaurant of 1890 and the old town of Dubai with the gold and spices souk. There he also helped us to get some really nice…”

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Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings - Starting at Al Seef beside Dubai Creek
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Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings

4.Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,755 reviews · from $21Top rated

Follow a guide through Al Seef, Al Fahidi, Dubai Museum, the Old Souk, Spice Souk, and Gold Souk. You’ll cross Dubai Creek by private abra, taste coffee, tea, dates, chocolate, and street food, and get practical bargaining tips. The small group holds up to 15 people, with guides such as Hamza, Hamsa, and Seef often leading the walk.

“One of best tours we've been on. Guide was very informative on Dubai, it's culture, old and new. The tips he gave us about buying in the markets was fabulous. Gave us an idea on what products were worth, and how to barter. The food snacks were very tasty.”

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Dubai: Half-Day City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, and Souks - Starting with Burj Al Arab at Jumeirah Beach
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Dubai: Half-Day City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, and Souks

5.Half-Day City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, and Souks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,059 reviews · 5 hours · from $49

Spend five hours moving between Dubai’s famous modern sights and its older quarters in a small group or private vehicle. You’ll visit the Blue Mosque, Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi, Dubai Creek, and Al Khayma Heritage House, with guides such as Iqbal, Zeeshan, Abdul, and Hossam praised for clear stories and helpful souk advice.

“The tour was great and Mostafa was a wonderful tour guide. He was funny and gave us lots of information. We were given plenty of time to take pictures, look around and do a bit of shopping in the souks. Unfortunately the organisation of the pickups could have been a lot better. The driver didn't seem to know where he was going, kept driving around in circles and eventually we started the tour 1 and a half hours late. Nothing to do with Mostafa but the fault of the company OceanAir Travels. A shame because the tour itself was exactly what we were hoping for.”

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Dubai Half-Day City Tour with Visit to Dubai Gold Souk - Starting in Jumeirah at Al Farooq Mosque
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Dubai Half-Day City Tour with Visit to Dubai Gold Souk

6.Dubai Half-Day City Tour with Visit to Dubai Gold Souk

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,741 reviews · from $16

See Dubai’s main sights in a 4-hour shared tour with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a guide such as Hammad or Nitin. Visit Al Farooq Mosque, Al Seef, the Spice Souk, and Gold Souk, then pass Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Frame, and the Museum of the Future. The tour includes an abra ride and hotel drop-off.

“A short but interesting visit to different places in Dubai . The guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable .”

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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride - Walking Through Al Seef and Al Fahidi
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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

7.Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,664 reviews · from $17

Walk through Al Fahidi with a guide such as Khan, Abdul, or Maaz Khan, stopping for Arabic coffee, dates, luqaimat, and ragag. You’ll visit Al Khayma Heritage House, cross Dubai Creek by abra, and finish at the Spice and Gold Souks. The premium option adds more street food, including shawarma, falafel, and camel milk ice cream.

“Abdul was fantastic, very informative and patient. He was great with the whole group and made our tour perfect. The tour itself was definitely worth it, the contrast between old and new Dubai is huge and worth a visit to the old town..”

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Dubai: Old Town, Street Food, Creek, Souks, & Emirati House - Starting in Al Fahidi and walking toward the Creek
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Dubai: Old Town, Street Food, Creek, Souks, & Emirati House

8.Old Town, Street Food, Creek, Souks, & Emirati House

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,496 reviews · 3 hours · from $6Best value

Spend three hours tracing Old Dubai from Al Seef and Al Fahidi Fort to an Emirati heritage house, Bur Dubai Souk, and the Gold and Spice Souks. Your guide may be Khan, Fesal, Ibrahim, Nasser, or another multilingual local expert. Expect karak tea, samosas, dates, Arabic coffee, camel milk chocolate, and a traditional abra ride.

“Iqbal was a very friendly and good tour guide. He had a lot of knowledge about all the places, he gave us very good tips and always had answers for every question. All in all we had a very good time, gained more knowledge about Dubai and everybody had fun together. Thank you very much Iqbal”

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Dubai City Tour: Old & New Dubai Abra Ride, Palm Island, Souks - The Blue Mosque and a quieter side of Jumeirah
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Dubai City Tour: Old & New Dubai Abra Ride, Palm Island, Souks

9.Dubai City Tour: Old & New Dubai Abra Ride, Palm Island, Souks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · from $37

In about 5.5 hours, an English-speaking guide such as Liz or Whiskey leads you from Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab to Dubai Frame, Zabeel Palace, Al Shindagha, the Gold and Spice Souks, and an abra ride across Dubai Creek. Air-conditioned transport, mosque entry, Arabic coffee, dates, and hotel transfers are included.

“Liz our guide is amazing. She is so knowledgeable. Was able to answer any questions we might have. The tour was the perfect length to hit all of the high points. We contemplated doing a few of these on our own. This was so much better. Transportation. Great guide. And the price was right”

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Dubai: Authentic Old Town, Souks, Tastings & Abra Boat Tour - Starting at Arabian Tea House in Al Fahidi
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Dubai: Authentic Old Town, Souks, Tastings & Abra Boat Tour

10.Authentic Old Town, Souks, Tastings & Abra Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 845 reviews · from $8

Meet your guide at Arabian Tea House in Al Fahidi and explore Old Dubai on foot. Visit historic houses, Baba’s Cave, spice and gold souks, and cross the creek by abra. Along the way, taste Arabic coffee, saffron tea, dates, sweets, chocolates, and iced tea while learning how to shop without falling into tourist traps.

“5 stars! Amazing and friendly guide who taught us a lot of about the UAE and the culture. Highly recommended. So good one of our coworkers has been in his tour twice!”

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Old Dubai tour: Local Market, Tasting, Dubai creek with Abra ride - Starting beside the creek at Al Seef
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Old Dubai tour: Local Market, Tasting, Dubai creek with Abra ride

11.Old Dubai tour: Local Market, Tasting, Dubai creek with Abra ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · from $22

Start near Al Fahidi and walk through Al Seef, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, the Coins Museum, Bur Dubai Mosque, Old Souk, and Dubai Creek. Your guide, often Hichem, Mahmoud, Abdullah, or Azzem, explains Dubai’s past before the oil boom. Finish with an abra crossing and time at the Spice and Gold Souks. Museum access can vary.

“Our tour guide, Hichem, was very knowledgeable and gave a good overview of the Arabic history and culture. Enjoyed the architecture and visiting inside the homes in the old district - it was also a nice break from the heat.”

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Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour - Walking through Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
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Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour

12.Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $27

Walk through Al Seef, Al Fahidi, Dubai Creek, and Deira with a licensed guide such as Anis, Cindy, Mustafa, or Ahmed. Expect old homes, souks, spice tastings, chocolate, tea or coffee, and a traditional abra crossing. The 2.5-hour route suits first-time visitors who want Dubai beyond its modern skyline.

“Cyn was an amazing guide, and all the locals knew her which made things fun and made her extremely knowledgeable. She kept the tour moving and made sure we seen a lot of old Dubai, "it's not new"...she even informed us where to try camel at a local restaurant after the tour, it was delicious.”

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Dubai Top Highlights: Frame Entry, Souks, Abra & Street Food - The Blue Mosque begins the cultural side
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Dubai Top Highlights: Frame Entry, Souks, Abra & Street Food

13.Dubai Top Highlights: Frame Entry, Souks, Abra & Street Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · from $65

This full-day Dubai tour packs modern icons and old-city character into one air-conditioned outing. You’ll visit the Blue Mosque, Palm Jumeirah, Souk Madinat, Bluewaters Island, Al Fahidi, the Gold and Spice Souks, and Dubai Creek, then cross the water by abra and taste shawarma, falafel, samosas, dates, coffee, rogag, luqaimat, and camel milk chocolate. Guides including Ziad, Zeeshan, Paolo, Hassan, and Sameh are praised for clear explanations and helpful photography.

“Really enjoyed the trip, was a great way to see all the top highlights of Dubai especially if your time is limited. Ziad was a great guide, knew lots about Dubai history and culture. Was a fun day, would recommend!”

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Half-Day Dubai City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, Souks & Abra - The morning pickup and the real length of the tour
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Half-Day Dubai City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, Souks & Abra

14.Half-Day Dubai City Tour with Blue Mosque, Creek, Souks & Abra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · from $40

See Dubai’s modern skyline and older trading quarter in one guided outing. You’ll visit Jumeirah Beach, photograph Burj Al Arab, enter the Blue Mosque, walk Al Fahidi, cross Dubai Creek by abra, and browse the Gold and Spice Souks. Guides such as Noor, Abdul, and Mohammad are praised for clear local history and friendly help.

“Very knowledgeable, great guide, Abdul. Saw most of the sights we wanted to. Didn't enjoy the 35 minutes we were left in the Gold market, too many pushy sellers.”

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Dubai: Premium Old Town, Street Food, Souks & Boat Ride Tour - Al Seef and the creekside opening
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Dubai: Premium Old Town, Street Food, Souks & Boat Ride Tour

15.Premium Old Town, Street Food, Souks & Boat Ride Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 262 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $37

Walk through Al Seef and Al Fahidi with a multilingual local guide, taste shawarma or falafel, fresh juice, Arabic coffee, dates, and chocolate, then cross Dubai Creek by abra to the Spice and Gold Souks. Guides such as Hamza, Seef, Francis, and Islam are known for useful history and bargaining advice.

“Our guide Islam was excellent. Showed us all the sights and told us what to look out for. Very enjoyable.”

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