Dubai Old City Tour

CATEGORY Tours & Packages UAE

DESTINATIONS Dubai

DURATION 4-5 Hours

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Description

Explore historic Dubai with visits to Dubai Frame, Zabeel Palace, Bastakiya, an Abra ride, and optional Burj Khalifa entry.

Overview

This is a glimpse into the old city of Dubai. We'll depart to see the famous Dubai Frame (admission included), the tallest painting in the world. Afterward, we'll head to Zabeel Palace (the Dubai Ruler's Palace). We'll then visit the Bastakia area with its old merchants' houses, galleries, restaurants, and cafes, where we'll get a glimpse of Dubai life in the days before oil. Then, we'll board an Abra (river taxi) for a view of the other side of the bay. We'll continue to the exotic and aromatic Spice Souk and the world's most famous gold bazaars. The tour continues to the Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping mall, where we have access to the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower (optional). At the end of the visit, you can tour the Dubai Mall or return to your hotel.

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