Private Old Dubai Walking Tour: Forts, Souks, and Boats

Journey with us on this private two-hour walking tour to explore the city as you have never seen it. We will guide you through the middle east markets, traditional houses, and historic by lanes of the old city. You will go back in time to see what life was like on the sleepy banks of a pearling and fishing village. The tour includes a visit to a Fort, a boat ride across the creek, and visits to the famous textile, spice and gold souks (markets). Along the way, you will hear the story of the men and women who transformed this regional trading outpost into the global juggernaut that it is today. Elements of Emirati culture will be seen up-close as we explained the nuanced ways that the traditions still thrive. Far away from the glass skyscrapers of modern Dubai, this tour will introduce you to the real, and fascinating, heart and soul of the town. You simply cannot miss this side of Dubai!

1. 1

   Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

   45 min

   Featuring heritages homes transformed into cafes, museums, art galleries and hotels - a close look at Dubai's first settlement

2. 2

   Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort

   Pass by

   Dubai Museum is currently closed for renovation. We will understand the museum, the wall of Old Dubai and the Al Fahidi Fort from the outside.

3. 3

   Hindi Lane

   5 min

   A hidden gem in Old Dubai - a tucked in temple lane

4. 4

   Textile Souk

   15 min

   Discover fabrics and swatches initially forming the core of the trade in the middle east - there is always time for shopping! Cashmere, anyone!

5. 5

   Dubai Creek

   10 min

   This boat ride is the most fun way to arrive at the Spice and the Gold Souq on our tours

6. 6

   Gold Souk

   10 min

   Go Big or Go Home is the motto of our expansive Gold Souq in Dubai

7. 7

   Dubai Spice Souk

   15 min

   Here is where we learn about the kinds of spices, saffron and vanilla, be wowed by the range of teas and taste some dates and camel milk chocolates!

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.