Old Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A bustling street with a prominent sign reading "Dubai City of Gold" and various shops, including jewelry stores.
The entrance to the Dubai City of Gold with intricate lattice work and a sign above.
A historic building with a tower, arched windows, and potted plants.
A traditional market with wooden balconies, shops selling various goods, and a flag of the United Arab Emirates.
A jewelry store with glass display cases filled with gold jewelry.

Stay near popular Old Dubai attractions

A display of various gold jewelry items, including bangles, necklaces, and earrings, in a store.
Photo by Suzanne Vidal
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Gold Souk

8.6/10 (11,103 reviews)
Join visitors from all over the globe to marvel at the breath-taking display of opulence at this world-famous market.
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Activities

Vip Red Dune 4x4 Safari Camel Ride and Quad Bike

Vip Red Dune 4x4 Safari Camel Ride and Quad Bike

NZ$79
per adult
Vip Red Dune 4x4 Safari Camel Ride and Quad Bike
Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket

Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket

NZ$43
per adult
Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket
From Dubai: Full-Day Abu Dhabi Tour with Sheikh Zayed Mosque

From Dubai: Full-Day Abu Dhabi Tour with Sheikh Zayed Mosque

NZ$187
per adult
From Dubai: Full-Day Abu Dhabi Tour with Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Dubai: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

NZ$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options

NZ$53
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options
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Our pick of the best Old Dubai Hotel Deals

Gulf Star Hotel

Gulf Star Hotel

Deira, Naif, Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai
Stay at this hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Gold Souk and Dubai Creek are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

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Gulf Star Hotel
Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

3 out of 5
Kahraba South East Dubai
The price is NZ$110 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$110
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and The Walk ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (245 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and clean but traffic was horrible to get in and out of the area. It’s a nice place to stay for inexpensive but all the construction takes away from the hotel. Breakfast was okay just kind of basic."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$108 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$108
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)
"Very poor experience at this hotel. They made me change rooms and yet the AC didnt work. Please do not stay at this hotel. It is poorly managed and I was not given any assistance. My issue stayed unresolved."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
The price is NZ$157 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
NZ$157
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$1,105 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$1,105
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Atlantis, The Palm
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$405 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$405
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Dubai

Find the best Old Dubai areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Dubai
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A nighttime cityscape with a large fountain display in the center, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a bridge with people on it.
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
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Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

A wicker chair with striped cushions overlooking a coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea.
Photo by TM
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Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings and a traditional boat docked at a marina.
Photo by TM
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Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a skyline of tall buildings.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A nighttime aerial view of a city with a prominent skyscraper, illuminated roads, and a body of water.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

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