Everything You Need to Know About Old Dubai Walking Tour

Known for its luxurious charm, Dubai is a very versatile city in terms of tourist spots. There are a lot of famous spots like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Frame, and Museum of the Future.  However, there is one area which usually goes unnoticed, which is the Old Dubai area. There are a lot of gems situated in this area of the city which usually go unnoticed by many travellers. In this blog, we will be talking about what you can expect on this Old Dubai Walking tour, and what are the places you will get to explore. 

What To Expect From The Old Dubai Walking Tour?

Famous for its luxurious lifestyle, and modern, Dubai is a place which provides visitors with a scope of places to explore. One such place is the old Dubai. This Old Dubai Walking Tour will provide you with beautiful insights into the old areas of the city. In this Old Dubai city tour, you will get to explore the major tourist places in Dubai.

On this walking tour, you will be able to explore major places like Al Seef, Bastakiya, Old Souq, Dubai Creek, Abra Ride, Gold Souq, and Spice Souq. not only that during this tour you will get to cruise around Dubai Creek on an Abra Ride. With this ride, you will be able to get scenic views of the vast waterbody, while waving to the other Abra boat ride. 

So, to spend some time having the authentic old world charm of Dubai, book the Dubai Old Town Walking Tour from Travel Saga Tourism!

Places To Explore In This Old Dubai City Tour

Now that we have seen a few things you will get to see, it is time to look at some of the places you will get to explore in this Old Dubai City. here are a few places that you can explore on this tour:  

Al Seef

Al Seef is a waterfront promenade where you can walk and get a chance to see the culture and heritage. There are a lot of things you need to see in this area. If you want to buy something, then there are a few prospects for you like Al Seef Mall and Al Seef Heritage Souk. Other than that, if you like to visit museums, then there you can visit places like the Museum of Illusions, Coffee Museum, and Coin Museum. 

Bastakiya

Also known as the Al-Fahidi neighbourhood, Bastaakiya Quarters is famous for being one of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city. This is a great place to take a break from the developed and advanced side of Dubai and step back in time. Here you will get to see the restored Mud and Stone houses, squares, and narrow alleyways. If you love to learn about culture and art, then this place can be a treasure trove for you as there are different art galleries and artisans at every corner of this area, 

Old Souq

If you want to get some souvenirs for your loved ones, or just get the shopping done in general, then Old Souq is the perfect place for it. When you step into Old Souk, you will be welcomed by the smell of Arabic perfume, and spices. In this market, you will get a wide variety of things like Persian Carpets, whole spices, Arabic perfume, Lanterns, handmade jewellery, artisanal soaps, etc.

Gold Souk And Spice Souk

Located right next to the old souk, Gold Souk and Spice Souk are two of the most important markets in Dubai. If you want to try out and buy some gold jewellery, then Gold Souk is the perfect place. Here you can try on some authentic gold jewellery, that are hard to find in any other place. On the other hand, Spice Souk is home to some of the most authentic whole spices. You can buy spices like Cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, frankincense, and dried fruits from here. However, the traditional spice blends are more of the bestsellers like Ras el Hanout.

Dubai Creek

You will end your tour with an Abra ride on Dubai Creek. If you don’t know it yet, an Abra is a wooden boat that is actually an excellent water transport in this city.  These boats were in use for trading and commuting in ancient times, which is why they hold so much importance in Emirati culture to this day. Similarly, for trade purposes, a Dhow boat was used in ancient times. Today, both Abra rides and the Dhow cruise in Dubai are of great tourist importance. Abra boats can be considered one of the cheapest modes of transportation, as they only charge 1 AED to get you from one place to the other. 

Conclusion

Dubai’s old town walking tour is one of the most amazing tours if you want to explore the older parts of the city conveniently. Booking this tour with Travel Saga Tourism will get you a top-notch experience. From tailored Dubai tour packages to easy booking systems, we have got it all. So, what are you waiting for? Book your Old Dubai Walking tour with us now!