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

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$121
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
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: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise

NZ$29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise
Visit of Ferrari World and Warner Bros Park with Meal and Transfers

Visit of Ferrari World and Warner Bros Park with Meal

NZ$295
per traveller
Visit of Ferrari World and Warner Bros Park with Meal
Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options

NZ$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options
Burj Khalifa 124 & Lunch or Dinner at Rooftop, The Burj Club

Burj Khalifa: Level 124, 125 & The Burj Club 3-Course Meal

NZ$158
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Burj Khalifa: Level 124, 125 & The Burj Club 3-Course Meal
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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
The price is NZ$53 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$53
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Gold Souk and Dubai Creek are located nearby.
Gulf Star Hotel
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$173 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$173
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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 ...
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$972 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$972
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,625 reviews)
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We chose Atlantis The Palm Dubai for our honeymoon, and it was such a beautiful and memorable experience. ❤️ From the moment we arrived, everything felt special. The resort is stunning, our stay was comfortable, and the service from the staff was warm and attentive. The beautiful views, amazing ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai

Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai
The price is NZ$144 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$144
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"There is better with the same price"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$330 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$330
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,283 reviews)
"The place was fantastic"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 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$115 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$115
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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! (1,452 reviews)
"Close to airport, clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful, A very good flight transfer hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
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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 multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.

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.
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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.
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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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