Planning the Old Dubai Walking Tour? Walks start daily in the morning, at about 8:30-9:00 am, and in the afternoon, at about 2:30-3:00 pm. The first stop is Arabic coffee or tea and dates in Al Fahidi; the lanes, Al Seef and the Bur Dubai souk follow, then the abra to Deira, the Spice Souk and the Gold Souk, 3-4 hours after the start. Below is the sequence of the day, the packing list and what to send to confirm.
By SB Excursions · Published 19 October 2026 · Updated 19 October 2026
Tour on this route: Old Dubai Walking Tour — From $35 per person, 3-4 hours.
How long does the walk take?
About 3 to 4 hours on foot, ending at the Gold Souk in Deira. Walks start daily in the morning, at about 8:30-9:00 am, and in the afternoon, at about 2:30-3:00 pm; we confirm the exact time on WhatsApp.
This guide also answers:
- Where does the tour start and end?
At a glance
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Format: Shared group walk
- Area: Old Dubai: Bur Dubai and Deira
- Meeting point: Meet the guide in Al Fahidi near Sharaf DG metro; the pin is sent after payment
- Best for: first-time visitors, food lovers and anyone who wants the old trading side of Dubai on foot
- Price: From $35 per person
- Payment: Full prepayment
The day in order
The standard sequence of the Old Dubai Walking Tour; timing shifts with your hotel area, traffic, weather and group size. What happens at each stage is described in the travel guide.
| Step | Stage |
|---|---|
| 1 | Meet the guide in Al Fahidi |
| 2 | Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood |
| 3 | Al Seef and Dubai Creek |
| 4 | Bur Dubai souk and the abra |
| 5 | Deira Spice Souk |
| 6 | Gold Souk: end of the walk |
What to bring and how to prepare
Bring comfortable walking shoes, light clothes, sunglasses, a sun hat and sunscreen, and cash or a card if you plan to shop in the souks.
- Meeting point: Al Fahidi near Sharaf DG metro; full prepayment confirms your place and the exact pin follows.
- Free cancellation or a date change up to 24 hours before the start, with a full refund.
- No hotel transfers: the Green Line metro reaches the start, and Al Ras station is a short walk from the Gold Souk.
- Mostly outdoors: wear comfortable shoes and light clothes, bring sunglasses and a sun hat; May to September is very hot.
- Not for children under 2, wheelchair users or limited mobility; pushchairs, luggage and large bags are not allowed.
- Tastings contain gluten and dairy and may contain sesame and nuts: tell us about allergies when booking.
- Entry to Al Fahidi Fort, the former Dubai Museum, is not part of the walk. Tips for the guide are optional.
What shifts by season
Dubai has two seasons that matter for a day out: the cooler months from October to April, when days are warm and evenings pleasant, and the hot summer from May to September, when outdoor stops are best kept short and early or late in the day. It rarely rains; what changes is the heat.
Booking and confirmation — what to send
To confirm the Old Dubai Walking Tour, send the date, the time you prefer and the group size on WhatsApp — that is what sets the slot. Full prepayment confirms your place in the group: we agree the date on WhatsApp and send the meeting point after payment. Free cancellation or a date change up to 24 hours before the start.
What the price covers is in why book it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the walk take?
About 3 to 4 hours on foot, ending at the Gold Souk in Deira. Walks start daily in the morning, at about 8:30-9:00 am, and in the afternoon, at about 2:30-3:00 pm; we confirm the exact time on WhatsApp.
Where does the tour start and end?
It starts in Al Fahidi, Old Dubai, a short walk from Sharaf DG metro station on the Green Line (the station was called Al Fahidi until 2020); the exact pin is sent after payment. It ends at the Gold Souk in Deira, where you can stay on to shop; Al Ras metro station is a short walk away.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. This is a walking tour with a meeting point in Old Dubai; the Dubai Metro Green Line is the easiest way to get there and back.
Is it too hot in summer, and what should I wear?
Most of the route is outdoors, and from May to September Dubai is very hot and humid: book a morning start, drink plenty of water and wear a hat. All year, wear comfortable shoes and light clothes and bring sunglasses; coffee or tea, dates and water are included.