Old Dubai Shopping Tour: Gold Souk, Spice Souk & Abra Ride
At a glance
Old Dubai Shopping Tour: Gold Souk, Spice Souk & Abra Ride is a 4h guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by City Tours. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 26 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $55 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Dubai’s iconic Gold Souq and Spice Souk, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 100 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
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.
What's included
What's included
- Dubai’s iconic Gold Souq and Spice Souk
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 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
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Stop 1
Pickup from your staying location by car with Professional English Tour Guide
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Stop 2 · 40m
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.
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Stop 3 · 40m
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.
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Stop 4 · 15m
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.
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Stop 5 · 50m
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
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Stop 6 · 50m
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.
Meeting point
Pickup from Lobby
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Old Dubai Shopping Tour: Gold Souk, Spice Souk & Abra Ride take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Dubai’s iconic Gold Souq and Spice Souk; Bottled water; Air-conditioned vehicle; 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.
Where does it start?
Pickup from Lobby
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 26 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
