Dubai Icons: Dubai Museum, Gold Souk and Water Taxi

December 30, 2018 716

Experience Dubai from unique perspectives on a 5-hour tour. Explore the traditional Bastakya district, learn more about the city at Dubai Museum in Al Fahidi Fort, go to the Spice Market and Gold Souk, catch a traditional water taxi, and more.

About this activity

  • Duration 5 hours
  • Printed or mobile voucher accepted
  • Instant confirmation
  • Live guide / English, German, Spanish, Czech, French, Italian
  • Pick-up service

Pick-up from your hotel in Dubai.

  • Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Experience

Highlights

  • Explore the heritage area of Bastakiya
  • Learn more about the rapid development of Dubai at Dubai Museum
  • Cross Dubai Creek by traditional water taxi
  • Go to the Spice Market and Gold Souk
  • Discover the role of women in the UAE, past and present, and the Women's Museum
  • Take photos of city icons, such as the Burj Al-Arab and Jumeirah Mosque

Full description

Enjoy a unique half-day tour of Dubai, exploring its old neighborhoods as well as some of the more traditional bazaars and souks.

Following a pick-up from your hotel, transfer to experience a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing through the heritage area of Bastakiya. See the charming wind-tower houses built by the wealthy merchants of old Dubai. Continue to Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and now home to Dubai Museum. See some of the city’s archives and exhibits that chronicle the development of the city.

Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden abra water taxi and cross Dubai Creek to the Spice Market and Gold Souk. Soak up the scent of exotic spices, and see some of the best jewelery in town. Watch a private fashion show at Treasure House, with free time after to examine the leather goods and exclusive jewelry. Continue to the Women’s Museum to learn about the role of women in the UAE, past and present.

Re-board your transfer vehicle and drive to Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity outside one of Dubai’s most important landmarks. End with a drive past the ultra-luxury and ultra-contemporary Burj Al Arab to compare and contrast old and new, traditional and modern Dubai.

Includes

  • Transfer
  • Abra (water taxi) ticket
  • Entrance to Dubai Museum
  • Exclusive Treasure House fashion show
  • Entrance to the Women's Museum

What’s Not Included

  • Food

When you get there

Know before you go

• Please dress smart-casual (no shorts, flip flops, or sneakers)