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 spend time studying the exhibits at The Dubai Heritage Village during your trip to Dubai. Discover the desert landscapes and shops in this culturally rich area.

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

Belly Dancer

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

NZ$103
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Standard Desert Safari, camel ride, BBQ Dinner, Belly Dance Show, Pick & Drop
Personalized Experience

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

NZ$55
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings
Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek

Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek

NZ$50
per adult
Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek
Awesome Dubai City Tour with Burj Khalifa & Dubai Aquarium

Enjoy Dinner at Burj Khalifa Restaurants With Floor 124th Ticket

NZ$283
per adult
Enjoy Dinner at Burj Khalifa Restaurants With Floor 124th Ticket
Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef

Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef

NZ$26
per adult
Dhow Cruise with Dinner and Live Entertainment at Dubai Al Seef
Dune Bashing Session

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

NZ$111
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Dubai Desert Safari with Live Show, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sand Board Options
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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$295 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
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)
"Good location to old Dubai Very pleasant staff"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 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$907 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
NZ$907
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
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! (1,247 reviews)
"Fantastic stay. We had a wonderful time. Our two boys loved every minute. We will be back."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Atlantis, The Palm
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Po Box 23215, Dubai
The price is NZ$299 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
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! (999 reviews)
Return guest
"It's a very good hotel in a prime location, making it a short walk to the exhibition center and metro line. Hotel staff is of great help. The hotel seems to be under new ownership and management and it has improved a lot. Very comfortable, clean, has a good wifi and ideal for business trips."

Reviewed on 4 Dec. 2024

Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
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$175 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 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! (2,580 reviews)
Great value and location
"Great location for long transit, close to airport, they have all facilities. Amazing breakfast for the value, clean rooms. Quick check in and out."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
5 out of 5
No. 1 The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
The price is NZ$488 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Top tier"

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
Millennium Place Marina
Millennium Place Marina
4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
The price is NZ$391 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$391
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Millennium Place Marina
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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 BurJuman Mall, 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 Al Ghurair Centre and Deira Clocktower, 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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