Half-Day Walking Tour: Explore Old Dubai's Souks, Savor Local Food & Discover Culture
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Dubai
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Old Dubai on this half-day walking tour. Explore the souks, savor local food, and discover the hidden gems of the city. Join us for a unique and authentic experience!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dubai Spice Souk - Fuel up with an Old Dubai nostalgic treat washed down with sweet milky tea in the back alleys of the souk.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Abra ride across the creek
  • 4 snack stops
  • 1 sit-down meal
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Substitutions in case of allergies/restrictions
Additional Information

Explore the essential activities in Old Dubai, including the spice market, abra crossing, fabric market, and culinary adventures in the Al Fahidi neighborhood, all within a leisurely 3.5-hour journey. Discover Old Dubai as locals would suggest, focusing on the must-visit sights and gastronomic delights, rather than just ticking items off a generic tourist itinerary.

Begin with a beloved snack hidden within the narrow lanes of the market before engaging in our entertaining and informative spice challenge, SPINGO.* After we hail our SPINGO victor, refresh with a frosty treat before gliding over the Dubai creek on a classic abra to the textile bazaar in Bur Dubai.

Next, savor a beloved Indian street food from the area, and then relax at an authentic Emirati restaurant nestled in a heritage home from the 1950s. Our feast will encompass a sumptuous rice and meat pilaf, a hearty vegetable stew, and delightful sweet dumplings that are a staple Dubai delicacy.

*During the hotter months of May through September, one food stop is not included.

  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Please advise us at least 48 hours in advance of the tour in case of serious food allergies, including gluten, nuts and dairy
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 3.4km
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Tour may be cancelled if there are less than 3 participants and rescheduling options or full refund provided.
  • All food is ordered in advance and we may be unable to provide substitutions in case of allergies/restrictions.
  • Please do message us after booking if you have any dietary restrictions/allergies.
Location
Jafer Biman Ali Cafeteria.
Old Baladiya Street
Kindly meet us by Jafer Biman Ali Cafeteria in the Spice Souk. Guide in "Keep Calm - I'm Your Food Tour Guide" t-shirt. Starts promptly on time! If late, WhatsApp number provided for location. Guide may not answer calls during tour. Latecomers take the responsibility to join group.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Go321598
Apr 20, 2024
A must do food experience - A delicious and unique way to learn about Dubai history and culture through the amazing fusion of food tastes and cultures . Would highly recommend!
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Sumayyaha18
Feb 14, 2024
Getting to know Dubai better - Our group of 5 absolutely loved our tour.The food, the smells, the back alleys and the entire vibe was just amazing.Now I can finally call Dubai home after this amazing tour. Can’t wait for the next tour
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Iloveburritos
Jan 21, 2024
Amazing Food Tour and Great Tour Guide - Arva is extremely knowledgeable and kept the group so engaged. Excellent food picks and amazing dinner to follow. A definite must do if you’re in Dubai.
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Zinturner
Jan 15, 2024
A Great Way to Explore the City - Arva has masterfully curated a food tour like no other. We tasted flavors, explored alleyways that we had no idea existed in Dubai. We also learned a lot about the history of the UAE that explained much of what was on offer at the old souks. As a long-time resident of the city, I felt like I was discovering it for the first time.
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Jane-acs
Jan 5, 2024
Amazing experience - I did the Dubai Souks and Creekside Food Walk tour with my mom and cousins. Prior to the tour, I already had high expectations due to the good reviews I read. Suprisingly, it did not disappoint! I enjoyed every bit of it, learning about the history of Dubai and knowing more about the food and spices! Was really insightful! Arva made the tour interactive and fun. Never a boring moment, but also not overwhelming with too much info. Highly recommended! I would have love to book another tour with them if only we have longer vacation days and $$$. LOL! But will definitely do if I come back in Dubai. Thanks Arva and team for the wonderful experience!
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David_c
Oct 14, 2023
Best food tour! - 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.
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Faraway37935413185
Sep 28, 2023
Thanks Arva for the trip in Old Dubai - Arva is a wonderfull guide who took us through authentic places of Dubau old city, told many interesting stories and gave the opportunity to try local food.
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Seaside291938
Sep 14, 2023
Wonderful! - Amazing experience! Our tour guide Arva gave us a detailed description of the history of the neighborhood, culture in Dubai and introduced us to new flavors and foods. We always do a food tour as a first activity when we visit new places but this one was extra special. What a great way to start our visit to Dubai. Thanks Arva and Frying Pan Adventures for the amazing night!
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Westernhomes
Sep 6, 2023
Eye opening experience for these Americans. - My wife and I made our first trip to Dubai and the Middle East. This experience was not like any other we have done in our travels. If you want to experience old Dubai then this is the tour for you.
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Jackietk1679mh
Aug 7, 2023
Dubai another view - Arva took us on a tour through the old streets of Dubai stopping at places to eat traditional food . While tasting this delicious food prepared for us she explained the history and the culture of the people who live and work here. Food brings us together and we can always learn from one another while we eat.The stories heard and the culture seen as we walked through the narrow walk ways will not be forgotten .
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