Old Dubai Discovery: A Journey through Al Fahidi District, Museums, Markets, and Food Culture
4.8
674 Ratings
Dubai
Uncover the hidden treasures of old Dubai on a small-group tour. Explore the Al Fahidi District, museums, markets, and indulge in the local food culture.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Al Seef - Beautiful traditions combine with modern designs at this charming destination, showcasing the city’s blend between its proud past and bright future.
Explore the harmonious blend of beautiful traditions and modern designs at Al Seef, a charming destination that illustrates the city’s proud heritage intertwined with its bright future.
What's Included
- Abra boat ride
- Complimentary bottled water
- Tasty snacks included
- Free admission to the Coins Museum (weekdays)
- Camel milk chocolate tasting experience
- Access to free Wi-Fi during the tour
- Informative free explanations
- Dedicated personal tour guide
- Note: Tour does not include drop-off service
Additional Information
Unearth Dubai’s lesser-known historical treasures in our intimate group tour. We guide you beyond the usual tourist routes to experience the genuine old Dubai, beginning with the ancient Al Fahidi district, where you’ll get a sneak peek into the city’s transformation from the 19th century through to the 1970s. Notable stops on the tour include visits to Al Seef, the Dubai Museum, Al Fahidi Fort, and the fascinating Coins Museum. Finish off your journey with a traditional boat trip to the lively gold and spice bazaars. Delve into the real heritage of Dubai.
Location
Al Fahidi Marine Transport Station - Information & Ticket Office
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Our meeting point will be in Al Bastakiya district in front of Al fahidi marine transport station Bur Dubai
by Metro
The closest metro station is Sharaf DG Metro on the Green line
By Taxi/Uber
Tell your Driver in Al Bastakiya district in front of Al fahidi marine transport station Bur Dubai.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(674 Ratings)
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666israae
May 24, 2024
Old dubai - It was a wonderful experience and the leader was professional. We visited old Dubai and enjoyed it
I love this type of trip to explore heritage..
😍❤️
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Lilliandaveu
May 22, 2024
Five stars tour - Amazing tour ever! Thank you Hichem for your VIP tour! We really have enjoyed it. Our tour guide was very informative and had a deep knowledge of dubai history. Tour was great and would definitely recommend it
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Filipbe5271tt
May 13, 2024
A stroll through the beginnings of Dubai. - We booked this tour last minute not really knowing what we were going to visit and we were pleasantly surprised. We had a fantastic time and the 3 hours just flew by. Hichem was a very generous host with a good sense of humor! (Thank you Hichem!!) Keep track of the Arabic he will teach you as you will be quized! We can highly recommend this tour to get interesting insights on the history of Dubai and how it became to what it is today.
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Darinc758
May 10, 2024
The amazing Azzem - The tour was great. Our guide Azzem was fantastic! He is friendly, his knowledge outstanding. Great tour. Thanks Mate, Carter🇦🇺🇦🇺
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Mossarrat
May 8, 2024
Amazing - I visited in May 2024. Right from booking till the end the service was amazing.
Pick up and driver times were communicated in advance and everything was prompt. The guide Hichem was amazing, full if knowledge and ensured all the group were involved. His English is amazing and he ensured he answered all of our questions. Water was provided and street food of samosas, pakoras 👌👌.
This trip is for children, adults and provides an amazing insight to Al fahdi district, visiting houses that have been preserved as they were all those years ago.
Abra ride is a bonus and Hichem provided tips on buying items from deira market.
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Petar
May 7, 2024
Dubai Creek and the old town visit - A very interesting tour showing a different side of Dubai - the old town, the boat ride, the souq visit and the enthralling lecture of Hichem about the history, traditions and lifestyle of the Emirati.
Hichem told us so many interesting things, in such an engrossing way, that I would recommend him as a guide to everyone interested in this tour.
He also gave us tips about shopping at the souq.
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P7410tmsarahe
May 7, 2024
Really good and iam happy - The best guide was Hicham i thank him alot he was good and clear and knew alot about the arabic history of Dubai. If u ever want a good guide then i advice u Hicham.
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Hashimk777
May 22, 2024
Amusing History Trip - it's an amazing trip , specially if you want to get familiar with UAE history.
ps: if you like boat trips you won't get disappointed believe me.
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Maryjane
May 15, 2024
Trip with Hichem - Excellent tour with Hichem, very informative friendly on time and well arranged , communication was easy and interesting.
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Sandra
May 10, 2024
Not recommended...Read carefully - We were left behind coz we were 5 minutes late and the guide didn't help at all with the directions, the meeting point wasn't easy to find at all. Afterall we were able to find the group and joined but we felt rushed during the tour; no photo stops, only one toilet break , the snacks were too little just a half sandwich!!!
The boat ride was too short only 3-5 minutes over the canal.
We didn't try arabic coffee as advertised, all museums are closed so we didn't visit any!!! We were given tips about the prices before every market which would have been helpful 😕, we were brought to a shop in every market to buy so we didn't really use the tips and I guess the shops that we were brought to are having deals with the guide ....not recommended
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