Guided walking tour · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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

A walk through Old Dubai's souks and lanes with a licensed guide, with tastings and a ride across the creek on an abra.

Rating on Viator
4.9 out of 5 from 665 reviews
Duration
2 hours
Guided in
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish
Price
From £16 per person
Group size
Up to 100 people
Fitness level
Easy
Children
From age 8
Run by
1001 Nights Experiences
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before

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Where the tour goes

  1. Souk Al Seef By Dubai Retail10 min
  2. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood10 min · entry included
  3. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood15 min · entry included
  4. Dubai Creek5 min · entry included
  5. Baba's Cave15 min · entry included
  6. Bur Dubai Abra Station5 min · entry included
  7. Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
  8. Old Souk5 min · entry included
  9. Dubai Spice Souk10 min
  10. Gold Souk20 min

Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.

What to know before you book

Included

  • Water
  • Access to heritage Area
  • Traditional Abra boat ride
  • Traditional Iced tea tasting
  • Traditional Arabic coffee + Saffron Tea
  • Old Houses Entries

Access

  • Public transport nearby
  • Pushchairs welcome

How it compares in Dubai

  • Price: from £16. 5 of the other 6 priced tours we list here cost more, and their middle price is £21.
  • Reviews: 3 of the other 6 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
  • Group size: up to 100 people. None of the other 4 tours with a stated limit allow a larger group.

Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 3 km in about 41 minutes of walking, not counting stops.

From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 28 October 2026; prices and review counts change.

Walking in Dubai

Beyond its skyscrapers, Dubai's oldest quarters on either side of Dubai Creek, with the Al Fahidi wind-tower houses, the gold and spice souks and abra ferries, are made for walking.

Terrain. Flat, with narrow lanes in the old quarters and a short boat crossing; other districts are separated by major roads.

Heat. May to September is very hot, with August temperatures that can reach about 54°C and coastal humidity of 60 to 70 percent. Walk early or after dark and plan indoor stops. Late September to early May is far more comfortable.

Read the full Dubai walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.

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