Old Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A market with colorful fabrics and a mannequin in white attire.
A historic building with a tower, arched windows, and potted plants.
A jewelry store with glass display cases filled with gold jewelry.
A bustling street with a prominent sign reading "Dubai City of Gold" and various shops, including jewelry stores.
A crowded indoor market with wooden beams and hanging lights.

Stay near popular Old Dubai attractions

A variety of gold jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and rings, displayed in a store.

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

Desert

Dubai Red Dune Desert Safari with Camel Ride, Dune Bashing & BBQ

NZ$33
per adult
Dubai Red Dune Desert Safari with Camel Ride, Dune Bashing & BBQ
Dubai Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour

NZ$94
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour
Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

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

NZ$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
Premium Red Dunes & Camel Safari with BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp

NZ$152
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
Plaza Premium Lounge at Dubai International Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Dubai International Airport (DXB) T3 Departure

NZ$92
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Dubai International Airport (DXB) T3 Departure
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

NZ$44
per adult
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Old Dubai Hotel Deals

Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$862 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$862
9 July - 10 July
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,644 reviews)
"Very nice Hotle. Well maintained. Nice staff"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Al Khoory Executive Hotel

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
Al Wasl Area Dubai
The price is NZ$51 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$51
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Thanks to the whole team and especially to his simply perfect manager."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Al Khoory Executive Hotel
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$307 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$307
11 July - 12 July
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,271 reviews)
"Great staycation, recommend half board option, food was delicious and abundant. The premier lounge is convenient but a bit restricted in food and drinks timing and dress code etiquette. The spa facilities are a must. I wish the pool had a pool bar. My very spacious room, which I loved, had a huge ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3 Dubai
The price is NZ$78 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$78
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,351 reviews)
"One of the worst sorry"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
Millennium Place Marina

Millennium Place Marina

4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$98 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$98
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,238 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay ...the room was looking clean ..breakfast amazing ..caring was top no"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Millennium Place Marina
Atlantis The Royal

Atlantis The Royal

5 out of 5
Crescent Road East Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$1,254 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$1,254
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)
"Amazing stay !! Huge amenities and amazing resort ! Must experience"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Atlantis The Royal
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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 large, circular artificial island with a palm tree-shaped marina.

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 multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and KidZania 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 marina with yachts and a city skyline at dusk.
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

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 bustling street with a prominent sign reading "Dubai City of Gold" and various shops, including jewelry stores.

Deira

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Dubai Creek, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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