Dubai Old City

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Elena Brv

Level 11 Local Expert

A favorite tourist destination in Dubai! The most authentic and beautiful place. There are many shops and cafes inside. Magnificent views both inside and outside.

Evgeniy Brandman

Level 17 Local Expert

Atmospheric place with Middle East market. Terrific!

Наталья Б.

Level 5 Local Expert

I like this place. It is pretty nice. There are a lot of little stores, good food and delicious coconut coclails.

Daria M.

Level 6 Local Expert

Love it

Мария Морозова

Level 6 Local Expert

Have a nice walk, you can buy souvenirs

Nabiev D.

Level 14 Local Expert

Perfect place to visit

Алексей

Level 13 Local Expert

Nice picefull

Оксана П.

Level 8 Local Expert

Here you can stroll through the narrow streets with Arabic-style houses, visit national museums, take a boat ride along the bay and see the old town from the water. The cost of a boat trip is 60 dirhams per half hour per person or 120 dirhams per hour. Here you can walk through the local markets where national shoes, clothes, spices are sold. As always, sellers will try their best to attract your attention. And then have a coffee in a cafe overlooking the bay and watch the planes take off from Dubai Airport. Dubai Travel Guide on telegram @letaemsami

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Альбина Ш.

Level 10 Local Expert

It's an interesting place, like I'm in an old movie. There are many shops with handmade shoes, shawls and stoles. There is an original Starbucks. They sell fresh food at every turn, I even found ice cream in fruits, it's very tasty. It was nice to walk there.

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Михаил

Level 26 Local Expert

In general, it is possible for those who go to see the "old town" for the first time, taking into account a few remarks: 1. This is a remodel, i.e. an artificially built old village recreating the Arab way of life. You can stroll through the streets of the village, look inside the house and see the decorations from the inside. There are, of course, a lot of souvenir shops and restaurants with small cafes) 2. It's very, very hot here in the afternoon, it's better to arrive in the morning, take a quiet walk and return somewhere cool) 3. Souvenirs, the best to buy at the bazaar, which is opposite across the canal. Getting there is not difficult. A comfortable boat departs approximately every 30 minutes and you are there in 5 minutes). The whites are sold immediately at the checkout for 2 dirhams per person. 4. We met a "white crow" for the first time in our lives) Of course, this place is a plus))

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Максим Степаненко

Level 14 Local Expert

Interesting location. Suitable for those who want to be photographed in ancient Arab architectural landscapes. There are many souvenir shops and cafes of all kinds. Historically, it has no value, but the place is very cool and atmospheric.

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Вячеслав Бойко

Level 7 Local Expert

Dubai's Old Town combines tradition and modernity, offering narrow streets, historic landmarks and lively souvenir markets. Abra boat trips and authentic Arabic dishes create a unique atmosphere. I would especially like to praise the Pulat guide for his professionalism and fascinating stories. To organize an unforgettable excursion, you can contact him by phone: +971 56 674 2135 .

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Руслан К.

Level 6 Local Expert

An artificially created old town (market) in the artificially created city of Dubai. All buildings are decorated in antique and vintage style, although they are not. Cracks on the walls, wooden beams and ceilings are all new designs and decorations. The main goal is to sell souvenirs to naive tourists. A significant part of the product is not local and has nothing to do with the history and culture of the UAE. You can take a couple of photos, but I don't recommend going to this location specifically.

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Люсина К.

Level 6 Local Expert

A very atmospheric place for walks and photo shoots. It offers a beautiful view of the Khor-Dubai Canal. A huge selection of souvenirs at reasonable prices, sellers like to bargain))) I recommend it to every tourist, but not with an excursion, but on their own))

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Натали

Level 14 Local Expert

Bur Dubai is an old town, a real antique gem in an ultra-modern city. It is here that you can find that oriental flavor and immerse yourself in a journey into the past. Time flows slowly here, like water in ancient canals, and the air is saturated with the aromas of spices, strong invigorating coffee and tea. The old market seems like a living museum, where you can get lost among the bright fabrics, antique shops and ancient crafts. When you come here, you don't just walk through the streets – you immerse yourself in a world where the past meets the present, creating a unique atmosphere. This is a place that will stay in your heart forever🫶

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Александр Тараскин

Level 28 Local Expert

For a leisurely independent walk and shopping / souvenir - definitely YES, but for once. But as part of a tourist / excursion group - absolutely NOT, you may not like the "race". A small piece of old Dubai, narrow streets, lots of shops, public toilets are available. The sales touts are very annoying! The place is definitely pop-tourist for tour groups.

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Юлия Глаголевская

Level 8 Local Expert

Suitable for lovers of markets, communication with market sellers :) This area was made especially for tourists, that is, it was built recently. Boats don't go on all routes, but you can take a ride once. Payment at the cash desk or using Nol cards directly on the boat

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Denis Zhyravko

Level 14 Local Expert

The old town is beautifully shown, compared to the new buildings. Probably not the testimony, but left for posterity) the prices are affordable. The touts are persistent) there is an underground parking nearby. In fact, it's worth spending half an hour and walking.

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Екатерина Грошина

Level 10 Local Expert

It's a very atmospheric place, it's great to walk even on a hot day. I liked sweets in one shop, you can get there by river tram, I recommend

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Bülent Tataroğulları

Level 15 Local Expert

There are old buildings. Historical sites are sold expensively. There's an old Starbucks. The concept is very good. If you go there by car. The underground car park is free to park for 3-4 hours. When I went, I parked the car there.

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Вадим

Level 11 Local Expert

A must-visit place in Dubai and take a walk for an hour or two. The atmosphere of the place is very positive, and the mood towards the old Oriental is also interesting. Rest from the skyscrapers and near the canal. If finances allow, then I recommend cafes, souvenirs, and walks on the water.

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Oxana_svet

Level 22 Local Expert

It is interesting to walk, there are many souvenir shops, delicious Arabic coffee, ice cream with camel milk. A platform with a panorama of the Parus 7 hotel*

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Дарьяна

Level 6 Local Expert

Interesting, cool and beautiful embankment. Definitely worth a visit, for the sake of the atmosphere and aesthetics of the East. Yes, it's a novelty, but it's interesting to me. Admission is free everywhere, even the coin museum was visited. The child was interested) Yes, the cons are wildly intrusive sellers in souvenir shops.

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Екатерина Боровикова

Level 8 Local Expert

An atmospheric place, prices for souvenirs are cheaper than everywhere else! We regretted that we did not buy there. The nearest metro station is Union, it is the terminus on the red line

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And Kub

Level 19 Local Expert

I liked it! It is compact enough, half a day is enough for a walk, a meal, and light shopping. A lot of souvenir shops, outdoor cafes (budget compared to other locations), canopies and tents save from the sun. In general, it is worth visiting, but you should not count on some kind of history, museums, or overly interesting leisure time. Objectively, the place is at a time. It's just a souvenir town with traditional goods in an authentically beaten location.

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Екатерина

Level 11 Local Expert

An interesting and mysterious place. You touch ancient objects, because these objects were in the hands of people who are not alive. I love such museums. There is silence around, you walk and look calmly...

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Евгения Е

Level 17 Local Expert

I recommend. We managed to get here on our last day in Dubai, a very pleasant place for a walk and lunch/dinner. It's even better in person than in the photo

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Шорников Юрий

Level 24 Local Expert

The old part of the city has preserved echoes of the past with the opportunity to move back to that time. Interesting buildings, but at the moment most of them are under restoration and you won't be able to see everything. It's not worth taking an excursion for him :)

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Superb

Level 30 Local Expert

I really liked the old city of Dubai. The streets are narrow, the booty is so much that it's hard to get through. Interesting buildings and, of course, the bazaar: carpets, stone crafts, textiles and souvenirs. Naturally, there are barkers all around, which starts to get a little annoying by the end of the walk. But the impressions are the best anyway

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Екатерина Фомичева

Level 12 Local Expert

Buildings are stylized. Shopping malls are no different from any other. If you're not interested in shopping, then there's not much to see.

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Анастасия Зверева

Level 9 Local Expert

It's nice to take a walk, have a delicious meal, you can in this place. Great shots are provided, lots of locations!

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Сергей

Level 18 Local Expert

A pleasant place to walk along the Dubai Creek embankment. There are many cafes, installations and places for children's interest in the bazaar. Sunshades are stretched everywhere. It's especially nice here in the evening. It's not hot, there is a beautiful lighting design everywhere. Many interesting places for photos

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Виталий С.

Level 5 Local Expert

There are no old buildings here. About 12 years ago, all this was built with an antique twist. But there's not much to see, there's just a bunch of souvenir tents. Prices are plus or minus like everywhere else.

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Олег Новиков

Level 6 Local Expert

The most beautiful place in Dubai, not for those who follow brands. It's like a fairy tale about Aladdin.

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Александр

Level 10 Local Expert

Atmospheric. You can visit it. This is a tourist destination that takes us into the atmosphere of a small Arab city, where passing through the oriental bazaar you can buy Chinese souvenirs. There are several restaurants overlooking the Creek. I liked it, but I want to believe that the administration will improve and develop the old town, because there are still few historical places. Almost none in Dubai.

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Наталья Федотова

Level 7 Local Expert

A must-visit, you can easily get on the subway, take beautiful photos, drink coffee at Starbucks, find out how the old town originated from a fishing village.

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Boris Teklin

Level 11 Local Expert

A lovely quiet corner with low-rise modern houses in a city of skyscrapers. Good infrastructure, small patios, underground parking

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Роман Ч.

Level 12 Local Expert

If you want the atmosphere of an oriental market, you definitely want to go here. The main thing is to bargain, when you leave the dealer, the discount immediately reaches 70%. The deeper into the market, the cheaper it is.

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Данил Долгодворов

Level 11 Local Expert

One evening we went for a walk to this place, we liked it! Very authentic done, lots of locations to take beautiful photos👍 Everything is located on the shore, so you can walk along the embankment or turn into narrow streets. There are many places to eat: coffee shops, restaurants. There are many shops with various goods: souvenirs, antique items, as well as national clothes, carpets, etc . It is easy to get there, it is located near the metro station, it takes literally 10 minutes to walk. We liked the place!👍

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Елена

Level 8 Local Expert

A new model for the most part, but colorful. There are many shops and cafes. It's nice to sit at sunset. If you are tired of skyscrapers, then you can spend the day here. You can visit the coffee museum. You can cross the canal cheaply on an old boat and walk around the old town.

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Татьяна Я.

Level 5 Local Expert

A pleasant evening walk through the small streets of the old town. You need to be prepared that you will be invited to every gift shop. Sellers make big discounts from the initial price! Bargain!))

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Вадим Савчук

Level 6 Local Expert

An interesting and beautiful location. I advise you to visit. It's interesting to walk around and buy souvenirs, the prices are quite reasonable and you can bargain.

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Соколов Алексей

Level 16 Local Expert

A very interesting place, I recommend you to visit. A full-day walk.

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Нэля

Level 8 Local Expert

It's very beautiful here, a place that hardly resembles the usual Dubai.

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Байзет Гасанов

Level 24 Local Expert

It's a stunningly atmospheric place. Spread over a large area of the old bazaar, the hotel itself is a rare, if not unique, phenomenon.

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Максим Патрацкий

Level 5 Local Expert

Plus: you can see how they used to live, they built it especially for tourists so that you can see how it is. Cons: it was built especially for tourists. It's just a bunch of stalls for clumsy razvedilov. They don't let you into houses, they don't show you everyday life, it's not very interesting outside. Total: Viewing pictures on the Internet is enough

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I Drive

Level 15 Local Expert

An amazing authentic place) recommended for walking) try the local cuisine, there are different cafes, there are also the usual Starbucks and Baskin Robins. There is an underground parking lot, berths with traditional boats and excursions, a lot of toilets (there are really a lot of them), all clean and with everything you need. Even in the heat, it's comfortable here in the old town.

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