United Arab Emirates · WALKING TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 walking tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
A 2-hour guided walk through Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, with Swarovski-style highlights, photo help, and Islamic art context.
“The guide was very knowledgeable. The dress code for women might have been better explained as white long sleeve tops were not permitted”
Taste Deira’s Middle Eastern favorites in Murraggabat, from custom falafel and wood-fire Iraqi dishes to Lebanese baklava and gahwa coffee.
“Food was amazing. All the food was made fresh as well. You’re going to have a great time. The tour guide is super knowledgeable and makes the tour that much better. Definitely would book again.”
Small-group Old Dubai walking tour with Al Fahidi, textile, spice and gold souks, plus a Dubai Creek abra ride and coffee/tea.
“Our tour guide was amazing, Old Dubai is a stark difference from present day Dubai. There is so much history to learn. This is a great place for shopping. I recommend this tour for anyone visiting Dubai!”
Taste Old Dubai on a 4-hour souk and creek walk with spice tastings, a traditional abra ride, and a sit-down Emirati meal.
“Best food tour! Arva is very knowledgeable and weaves the history and social fabric of the various communities of Dubai into this amazing and delicious food tour with stops in spots only locals would know. I highly recommend this.”
Private Old Dubai walk with heritage houses, spice tastings, textile and gold souks, plus an abra crossing across Dubai Creek.
“Pri was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Not only was she so knowledgeable about Dubai and the souk area, but she was also so lovely which made for a very enjoyable tour. She even helped us haggle when we got to the souks, helping us get the best price for the goods we wanted. I definitely recommend this tour!”
Walk Dubai’s old lanes in Al Fahidi and Al Seef, taste coffee and dates, shop spice and gold souks, then cross the creek by abra.
“Abdullah was just great. Told us insights with a lot of anekdodes, always with a smile. Highly recommend.”
Dubai Old Town walking tour with Abra cruise and street food, plus Arabic coffee, spices, and Gold Souk views from a local guide.
“Muhammed Bilal was excellent, the tour was educational, entertaining and the food delicious, would definitely recommend and would do it again. Zubair”
A guided walking tour inside Abu Dhabi’s Qasr Al Watan, where Arabian craftsmanship and UAE governance meet at every turn.
“Ali made a very good tour with us and showed us all the important stuff. Really enjoyed the tour. We can recommend the tour without any issues”
See Dubai Opera’s architecture up close, plus backstage access, dressing rooms, and the trap room, on a 1-hour guided walking tour.
“A wonderful tour of the opera. You learn so much from how they pack everything away to more. Richard is a very entertaining guide.”
Old Dubai in 2 hours: Bastakiya, Al Fahidi Fort, spice and textile souks, gold market views, Abra ride, coffee, dates, and tastings.
“This trip is a must to really understand this vibrant city. Local customs were also explained and myths busted. It was an excellent way to learn about the culture and history of old Dubai, we stayed well away from the very modern Dubai with the sky scrapers, but instead focused on the older side of the city. We took a local boat across the river, which was quite memorable and also visited a couple museums.”
A 3-hour private Old Dubai walk with a local guide, Al Fahidi and Al Seef sights, Abra ride, plus guided Spice and Gold Souk time.
“Adnan was our private guide for a tour of old down Dubai, he met us on time and had brought along bottles of water for us which we were not expecting but was very appreciated as was super hot. The tour was very interesting, Adnan answered all of our questions and would totally recommend.”
Old Dubai on foot with a local guide: wind towers, forts, Abra across the Creek, and the Gold and Spice Souks in 3 hours.
“We had the absolute pleasure of doing the Old Dubai walking tour with Mazher , and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. His knowledge of Dubai’s history, culture, and traditions is incredible, and he shares it in such a warm, engaging, and easy-to-understand way. Mazher made the old neighborhoods come alive with stories, insights, and personal touches that you simply wouldn’t get exploring on your own. He answered all our questions with patience and passion, and his recommendations for local food and hidden gems were spot on! If you want an authentic, meaningful experience in Old Dubai, we highly recommend booking a tour with Mazher. You…”
Helicopter over Dubai, then Old Town walking, Abra across Dubai Creek, and guided souk time for gold and spices, plus snacks.
“The tour was excellent, I fully recommend it. The helicopter ride is amazing, you need to try it. Our guide Nour was perfect, he told us many amazing details and have response for every our questions. He was so kind, wait for us, when we needed, also he show us very nice Micheline restaurant and give us tips for next trip. We fully recommend him.”
Walk Old Dubai from Al Seef to Bastakia, shop the Gold and Spice Souks, and cross the creek by abra with a local guide.
“Very cool tour, the guide was amazing, he gave us a lesson on local culture and history. It's really worth it.”
3-hour Old Dubai walking tour with Abra water taxi, Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi sights, camel milk tastings, $24.
“Scelta migliore di questa non potevamo fare. Abdullah,la nostra guida,è stata unica e fantastica,ci ha anche donato dei regali da portare in Italia con noi. Esperienza favolosa,ve la consiglio.”
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