Old Dubai Tour: Souks, Spices & Abra Ride

Embark on an authentic adventure through Old Dubai and its vibrant souks. Take a ride on a traditional ‘Abra’ boat, discover hidden gems, and learn insider tips to navigate the bustling markets.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Al Seef - Al Seef in Dubai is a historic neighborhood exuding traditional charm, situated along the Dubai Creek. It provides a unique experience by merging ancient architecture with modern shops, restaurants, and charming cafes. Visitors can enjoy walking along palm-lined promenades and fully immerse themselves in the authentic cultural atmosphere…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Access to heritage Area
  • Traditional Abra boat ride
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Tea and coffee
  • Old Houses Entries
  • Baba’s Cave Entry
  • Spices Experience
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Experience an authentic Old Dubai & souqs tour with your licensed tour guide. Explore beautiful hidden gems, cross the river on a traditional ‘Abra’ boat, and get the best tips to avoid ‘tourists traps’ in the souqs.
Immerse yourself in the culture and history through captivating stories and anecdotes as you explore alongside your guide.
Explore ancient…

Location
Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Cafe - Al Fahidi
Al Fahidi Street
Meeting point in front of Arabian Tea House.You can easily access by taxi and metro (Station : Sharaf DG)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jpfanti
Mar 3, 2026
Old Town Dubai Tour - Anis is a very good guide. Listening and answering all our questions. We had a great time in his company! Good advice for shopping
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Global24590821070
Mar 1, 2026
Amazing - Was a great tour:) An educational, very detailed and exciting tour of the Old Town
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Darren_m
Feb 27, 2026
Nice short walking tour... - Nice short walking tour with good information and treats along the way. Nice way to see the old city and learn a bit.
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923ashwini
Feb 22, 2026
Fun and informative - Sadeem was a fun, knowledgeable and informative guide. Highly recommend
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287m_lissap
Feb 22, 2026
Very nice visit! To do - We had a great time with Anis. The tour was well done, perfect timing and super clear and interesting information. Anis speaks excellent French. Thank you again for this visit
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Getaway16217639941
Feb 19, 2026
Excellent - Anis was very friendly and knowledgeable gave us lots of great information. Very good guide.
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Daisyba8763uv
Feb 17, 2026
Very good tour! Would recommend - Salem was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable!
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Philsy6921nz
Feb 17, 2026
Old Town Tour - Very knowledgeable and great sense of humour. Tour took us to all the essential spots of the old town. Wholly recommend.
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827ysabelg
Feb 16, 2026
A Must-Do Tour to Experience the Heart and History of Dubai - Had a wonderful tour that gave me a deeper appreciation of the UAE’s history and culture. Our tour guide was incredibly informative, engaging, and passionate, making every stop meaningful. Walking through Old Dubai, seeing the traditional architecture, markets, and historic sites truly highlighted the beauty and soul of the city. The stories shared about local traditions, heritage, and daily life in the past brought the experience to life and made the tour feel authentic and enriching. A perfect way to understand the UAE’s rich culture and how it has evolved into the modern city it is today. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Dubai. Comes with complimentary water and free tasting of local tea and snacks. To our guide, Anis aka Burj Khalifa, you are awesome! ✨
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Havemyfeckinwifi
Feb 27, 2026
Very informative. - Taha was a very welcoming and knowledgeable tour guide. I learned a lot about Dubai from this tour. It was a great opportunity to see the old town and to find out the history and economy of the area. If I was planning to buy gold or spices it would’ve been particularly worthwhile.
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From $36
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).