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 a leisurely walk along palm-lined promenades and fully immerse themselves in the authentic cultural…
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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Lightpacker747408
Jan 28, 2026
Wonderful! - My tour guide Anis was wonderful! Very knowledgeable and kind! I highly recommend this tour! If you’re thinking twice, don’t! You’ll love it!
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Morganbi4655mm
Jan 25, 2026
Old Dubai Tour - Sadeem Malik was very informative and lovely. Explained everything very clearly and made the tour interesting
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Maria_g
Jan 21, 2026
It was great. Sadeem was... - It was great. Sadeem was informative and kept a good pace! It was very interesting to see the older part of Dubai.
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J1401pqlizh
Jan 19, 2026
Highly Recommended - Very enjoyable tour. Great value for money. Anis was very knowledgeable, a great tour guide
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Jamesdo89
Jan 18, 2026
Souq tour Jan 2026 - Guide was very knowledgeable during the tour. He took time to answer our questions and were patient with us.
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Lia
Jan 15, 2026
Old Dubai tour - Amazing tour guide Hadu… highly recommend, very educational, visited traditional houses, old houses……………………………..
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F7635pcalexw
Jan 12, 2026
Great tour. Worth it - Great tours, really enjoyable and had a good sense of humour, I'd recommend for anyone else wanting a short tour around Old Dubai area.
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Anyatrenk
Jan 10, 2026
Best walking tour in Dubai - suitable for all fitness levels, great for foodies and bargain shoppers! - This is the second time I’ve done this tour with guide Anis Laassisse, and both times it was an absolute 10/10. You get to see the very best of Dubai’s Old Town, sample local delicacies (tea, chocolate-covered dates, local donuts…), and learn about the UAE’s beautiful culture. Anis is an exceptional guide—knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about sharing the history and traditions of the area. His storytelling brought every corner of the Old Town to life. For anyone wondering about the physical demands, the terrain is completely flat and the pace is relaxed, so you won’t find yourself exhausted at the end. It’s enjoyable for all reasonable fitness levels. We had an absolutely marvelous time and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this tour to anyone visiting Dubai. In fact, I’d happily do it a third time! Great for foodies, those interested in a good bargain, and those curious about the UAE’s rich culture and history.
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Zouzou59800
Jan 9, 2026
A top guide! - Anis has been an impeccable guide, he allowed us to discover old Dubai with, each time, clear explanations. We were able to ask him all the questions we wanted! Recommend without hesitation 👍👍👍
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Mitzyeah
Jan 17, 2026
Good walking tour - Quite nice. The guide was good and the walk was pleasant.
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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).