Old Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Gold Souk showing shopping, markets and a city
Dubai Emirate showing heritage architecture
Gold Souk showing shopping and a city as well as a small group of people
Gold Souk featuring cbd, a city and signage
Old Dubai

Popular places to visit

Gold Souk featuring cbd, a city and signage

Gold Souk

4/5(105 reviews)

Join visitors from all over the globe to marvel at the breath-taking display of opulence at this world-famous market.

Gold Souk
Dubai Museum

Dubai Museum

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dubai Museum during your trip to Dubai. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.

Dubai Museum
Spice Souk featuring markets, interior views and shopping

Spice Souk

Join the lively bustle of Dubai’s historic marketplace and let your senses guide you through a maze of silks, perfumes and spices.

Spice Souk
Deira Twin Towers Shopping Centre

Deira Twin Towers Shopping Centre

During your trip to Dubai, you can do some window-shopping at Deira Twin Towers Shopping Centre. Wander the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.

Deira Twin Towers Shopping Centre
The Dubai Heritage Village

The Dubai Heritage Village

4/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by The Dubai Heritage Village in Dubai. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

The Dubai Heritage Village
Textile Souk

Textile Souk

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to Dubai, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Textile Souk. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Textile Souk

Activities

Personalized Experience

Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings

NZ$53
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings
Belly Dancer

Standard Desert Safari, camel ride, BBQ Dinner, Belly Dance Show, Pick & Drop

NZ$100
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Standard Desert Safari, camel ride, BBQ Dinner, Belly Dance Show, Pick & Drop
Awesome Dubai City Tour with Burj Khalifa & Dubai Aquarium

Enjoy Dinner at Burj Khalifa Restaurants With Floor 124th Ticket

NZ$274
Per adult
Enjoy Dinner at Burj Khalifa Restaurants With Floor 124th Ticket
Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek

Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek

NZ$50
Per adult
Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek
Dune Bashing Session

Dubai Desert Safari with Live Show, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Board Options

NZ$108
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Dubai Desert Safari with Live Show, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Board Options
Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef

Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef

NZ$25
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef
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Our pick of the best Old Dubai Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
5 out of 5
Bani Yas Road, Deira, Dubai
The price is NZ$230 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Go to place..
"Huge place multiple cuisines great service.. Full value for money. Centrally located."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is NZ$1,022 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$1,022
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,217 reviews)
"Just amazing"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Atlantis, The Palm
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
3 out of 5
Opposite Terminal 3, via Street 52b, Dubai International Airport, Dubai
The price is NZ$141 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,500 reviews)
"Amazing Hotel , extremely comfortable…..wish it was a walk from the airport , nevertheless the shuttle gets it done."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Po Box 23215, Dubai
The price is NZ$285 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Very good customer service and I call for fresh towels and in less than 5 minutes. They delivered to my room"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
5 out of 5
Airport Road, P O Box 10001, Dubai
The price is NZ$321 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great value for money. Very good eating and drinking options. Rooms were very good and breakfast options were great. Certain areas aroumd the property were in need of updating. The grass area and beds at the pool at the spa were shameful. We had several occasions of really noisy fellow customers ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3, PO Box 35257, Umm Ramool, Dubai
The price is NZ$238 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great staff!"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Dubai

Dubai Creek showing a bay or harbour, a coastal town and boating

Bur Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bur Dubai. Check out top attractions like Dubai Cruise Terminal and Dubai Creek, and jump on the metro at Sharaf DG Station or ADCB Station to see more of the city.

Bur Dubai
Gold Souk which includes cbd, signage and a city

Deira

4/5(97 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Dubai Creek, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

Deira
Zabeel Park featuring a park

Zabeel

Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Zabeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Garden Glow, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

Zabeel
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Trade Center

4.5/5(92 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Trade Center. Check out top attractions like Museum of the Future and Boulevard at Emirates Towers, and jump on the metro at Emirates Towers Station or Financial Centre Station to see more of the city.

Trade Center
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DIFC

DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.

DIFC
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Jadaf

Spend some time visiting places like Dubai Creek while getting to know Jadaf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Al Jadaf Station or Creek Station to see more of the area.

Jadaf

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