We are very happy with this incredible Tour
farmanirshad3030
May 5, 2025, 1:53:38 PM
May 5, 2025, 1:53:38 PM
Our experience of this trip was awesome with Mr Usman Batt, very talented and experienced driver. I recommend this trip to everyone.
About Activity
At Dubai By Foot, we bring over 15 years of tour guiding experience to the table (or shall we say to the walking tour!). We have done our research and our guides are trained as the city’s best ambassadors, historians, art lovers, and storytellers. Most of all, we love Dubai and we love showing this wonderful city to our guests.
What to expect while on a Dubai By Foot Walking Tour:
When you walk with us you get the real scoop. We share history, stories of the past and present, urban legends and fun facts.
You see the attractions up-close-and-personal, and really get a feel for the city. We are unique in our style and in the design of our tours. We are also flexible and willing to tailor the walk according to your interests.
What's Included
Includes
- Water
Excludes
- Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Delve deeper into the sights and culture of traditional Dubai than you could do alone easily on this tour. Rather than spend hours researching what to see, do and eat in old Dubai, rely on a guide to save time and ensure you don’t miss anything. Shop in souks with tips from your guide, cross the creek by “abra” water taxi, visit Dubai Museum, roam the Al Fahidi quarter and enjoy street food, Arabic coffee and other tastings. Roam the real old Dubai with a guide to ensure you cover the best bits Explore the city’s older areas with no homework or getting lost Visit Dubai Museum, haggle in souks, savor local foods and ride an “abra” Get insight into local culture and history you might miss otherwise
Despite Dubai’s awe-inspiring architecture and modern way of life there’s much more culture to explore than you may imagine. Today, we take a look at one of our favorite places to visit, the Dubai Spice Souk. A traditional Arabian market bursting with taste, and one you cannot miss out on when visiting Dubai. Snuggled into the narrow lanes of Deira, the spice souk takes you through an intriguing aromatic journey. Be ready to breathe in the smell of all those mystical and aromatic spices across the Arabian Peninsula while treating your eyes with colorful vistas of the surrounding.
The Al Bastakiya history dates back to the time of the seafaring trade in Dubai when most of the trade business of Dubai grew out of the old neighborhood of Khor Dubai, which was also referred to as the creek, or Old Dubai. The neighborhood was built in the 19th century by Mr. Qasim Bin Abdullah Al Bastaki, and the construction was funded by rich textile and pearl merchants of Dubai. Spread over an area of 300 square meters, what was once a dull, old neighborhood, today is a maze of age-old wonders that still hold true to the real essence of Old Dubai. Legend says that the area was up for a massive renovation and it was the visit from Prince Charles that stopped the demolishing of the neighborhood, as he said the place was too precious to be brought down.
Follow the road up from the Gold and Spice Souks, and you'll find yourself in Deira’s Perfume Souk on Sikkat Al Khali Street. Dealing in everything scented, from pure perfume to essential oils, incense sticks and the exotic traditional oud, this trading spot has beautifully-fragranced options for all. Buy rich oils in bulk, stored in wholesale-sized flagons, or opt for the more portable ornate vials designed for those who like to dab perfume on their pulse points. It's also the perfect place to have a personal fragrance created and bottled by experienced perfumers.
A picturesque Abra Souk ride will surprise you with amazing views of both sides of the Creek as well as the activities along the waterway. Late evenings just as the sun is about to set, will give an amazing photo opportunity of all the wonder and magic of the sunset. Abra charges are about AED 1 which is about USD 0.30. And you are in for a huge treat as you are allowed to ride the Abra Souk over and over. This will give you unique perspectives along the Creek. At the Abra station, you will find many wooden boats parked. Some offer the periodic single ride service (AED 1 per ride), and others provide private charters of the Abra Souk meant for private rides for visitors. Embrace the opportunity of your Abra Souk by standing at the edge of the Creek and enjoy the sights of the wooden boats gracefully sailing with the waves.
One of the main Abra connection lines in Dubai is found between Deira Old Souk – A zone highlighting old Souks and Bur Dubai which is part of the modern city. The distance between the Souks and Bur Dubai is about a 5 minutes boat ride. The Abra Souk travels both ways connecting different stations on both sides of the Creek. An Abra can accommodate about 20 passengers and there are about 150 Abras between Deira Souks and Bur Dubai. Every journey takes not more than five minutes. Get yourself a one-way ticket, or better still hire your own Abra for up to an hour and further explore the creek.
Language Offered
English - GUIDE
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Royal Vision Tourism
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Poor guide
Michael_J
Feb 14, 2025, 11:17:40 PM
Feb 14, 2025, 11:17:40 PM
Our guide was 2 hours late. If we hadn’t asked questions, he would never have spoke. He then gave us the hard sell on a desert tour. The actual tour could have been good but the guide ruined it.
Memorable experience
Explore780448
Jan 24, 2022, 10:18:24 AM
Jan 24, 2022, 10:18:24 AM
We did abra tour yesterday it was realy amazing with tour guide aqeel, He was very nice and knowledgable. He explain every thing briefly, 100% recomended tour.
'Abara' Arabic verb which means 'to cross'
Alimascot
Jan 23, 2022, 4:00:33 PM
Jan 23, 2022, 4:00:33 PM
Hi Guys, Royal Vision team It was a great experience walking around old Dubai Abra site with one of your humble Royal Vision guide he explained us the Abra come from the Arabic verb 'Abara' which means 'to cross' take a ride on a Dubai Abra the city most traditional mode of transport, for centuries it has remain one of Dubai most frequented mode of transport, making it the symbol of the city history and heritage for us it was really worthed to have a Royal Vision guide around us thanks.
City Tour & Desert Safari
faisalf663
Jan 23, 2022, 3:27:46 PM
Jan 23, 2022, 3:27:46 PM
Too much fun.Really enjoyed desert safari & city tour.Everything was fantastic.SYED TARIQ was our tour guide & his services with very good.
City tour & Desert Safari
132majids
Jan 23, 2022, 3:11:51 PM
Jan 23, 2022, 3:11:51 PM
We did Desert safari & city tour.it was fantastic and tour guide SYED TARIQ was a amazing person with excellent services .company is very professional & good services.
Professional guide Munawariqbal
Sunshine24923914302
Jan 23, 2022, 3:08:55 PM
Jan 23, 2022, 3:08:55 PM
Today we went for desert safari tour that’ was amazing our guide was expert and helpful nicely talking explain everything click lot of pictures the camp was very beautiful food was delicious all camp staff cooperative we can recommended to everyone thanks Royal vision Tourisim
Tour of the day
amjadk14
Jan 23, 2022, 6:50:23 AM
Jan 23, 2022, 6:50:23 AM
Thanks Ali Larik for a wonderful tour. So informative so entertaining and shopping also. Definitely a recommendable tour.
unforgettable experience
Asfand77
Jan 22, 2022, 4:21:12 PM
Jan 22, 2022, 4:21:12 PM
we done the walking tour of old dubai it was very nice experience with aqeel abra ride was awesome thanks royal vision tourism. 100% recommended royal vision and tour guide aqeel
Thanks Sajid shah
Fearless48298220951
Jan 22, 2022, 2:45:48 PM
Jan 22, 2022, 2:45:48 PM
Today we went for desert Safari the trip was so amazing we had lot of fun in desert our Guide was mr SAJID SHAH was expert he cliked our lot of pictures in desert that was so beautiful we can appreciate the camp was beautiful and the programs was very well we can surely recommended
Tour with Mr Atif basher
Adnanakba
Jan 22, 2022, 1:57:27 PM
Jan 22, 2022, 1:57:27 PM
Today I have booked a tour with walking Royal vision tourism it was a great experience with Mr Atif Bashir he was very polite speaking and very intelligent person I appreciate to him thanks to all staff of Royal vision I come back and see you soon
Tour with Atif Bashir
Saqib869543
Jan 22, 2022, 1:50:40 PM
Jan 22, 2022, 1:50:40 PM
Today I have booked a tour with Royal vision tourism it was a fantastic tour with Mr Atif Bashir he is a genius he is a very good person is very intelligent much more knowledge about Dubai is a very good driver thank you so much all of you royal vision staff I recommended to all of you book day tour with Royal vision tourism
Tour with atif ashir
rajaatifr
Jan 22, 2022, 1:43:20 PM
Jan 22, 2022, 1:43:20 PM
Yesterday was a book day Safari with Royal vision it was a great experience with Mr author of mishir I am really enjoy this tour I appreciate to him Mr Atif was a very polite and intelligent person thanks to
Walking tour Royal vision tourism..
jayrdxg
Jan 21, 2022, 1:13:00 PM
Jan 21, 2022, 1:13:00 PM
It was a beautiful day walking tour , with Royal vision tourism, and I really enjoyed This tour with Mr Aqeel I will recommend all my friends thanks.
Wonderful Experience
halthafs
Jan 21, 2022, 10:24:37 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 10:24:37 AM
Wonderful walking tour with Tour Guide explore Old dubai , the best part enjoy creek abra ride. Our guide was entertaining and friendly all the time even he treat us like our family members Thanks for wonderful Trip
Amazing trip
Ibrahim_madi
Jan 21, 2022, 9:56:47 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 9:56:47 AM
Wonderful experience with royal vision tourism it was my frist anniversary trip dubai we enjoyed with profissional tour guide mr mudassar Aqeel
Awesome tour
Azaanoo
Jan 21, 2022, 9:30:27 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 9:30:27 AM
We done the walking tour of old dubai it was very nice experience with tour guide farhan,abra ride was awesome.
5 star
Mohammad A
Jan 21, 2022, 9:21:34 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 9:21:34 AM
Faran was awesome guide with lots of knowledge. It was perfect combination of history shopping and entertainment. My favourite was textile Market.
Stunning 5star tour
716syedt
Jan 21, 2022, 8:33:14 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 8:33:14 AM
This tour was amazing tour guide Farhan was so informative he gave us a detailed information about old Dubai and lots of photo points
Memorable Experience......With nr farhan Ahmed informative tourist guide
Muhammad A
Jan 21, 2022, 7:19:45 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 7:19:45 AM
Its was amazing Experience with professional tourists guides we enjoyed with Royal vision tourism thank you for excellent services
Royal walk tour
Junaid S
Jan 21, 2022, 6:39:10 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 6:39:10 AM
This is junaid from india I tried with my family it was unique newly tour started in dubai with royal vision tourism must try
fantastic experience
dijod242
Jan 21, 2022, 5:51:36 AM
Jan 21, 2022, 5:51:36 AM
The Tour Guide is very professional, polite and helpfull. He make sure that all well explained to us. The experience was fantastic.
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