Private Dubai City Tour: Old & New
FromAED 85
4.5 hours
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
About this activity
Experience the best of Dubai's old and new in a private half-day tour, visiting landmarks like Burj Al Arab, Spice Souq, Jumeirah Mosque, and Dubai Museum.
Highlights
- Explore Dubai's rich history and modern marvels
- Visit the iconic Burj Al Arab
- Discover the vibrant Spice Souq
- Admire the stunning Jumeirah Mosque
- Experience the Dubai Museum's exhibits
Full description
Discover the enchanting blend of tradition and modernity in Dubai with our Private Dubai City Tour. In approximately 4.5 hours, you'll journey through the city's rich history and contemporary marvels. Visit the iconic Burj Al Arab, wander through the vibrant Spice Souq, admire the stunning Jumeirah Mosque, and explore the Dubai Museum's fascinating exhibits. This personalized tour offers a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and a professional English-speaking guide, ensuring a memorable and insightful experience tailored to your interests.
Included / Excluded
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
1
Start your experience with a pickup from your Dubai hotel. Hop inside your private, air-conditioned vehicle with your private guide and begin your tour. As you travel, view Dubai’s futuristic buildings and hear how it transformed from a sleepy fishing village into today’s cosmopolitan city after the oil boom of the 1950s.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Hear how the hotel’s sail-shaped design has made it one of Dubai’s signature sights and learn how it stands at a remarkable 1,053-foot (321-meter) high. Drive through exclusive Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s most upscale residential districts. See the plush villas and hotels, and continue into the Jumeirah Mosque ( Photos Stop only from Outside)
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Pass by: The Jumeirah Mosque, which is large enough to hold up to 1,200 worshippers, was built entirely from white stone in the medieval Fatimid tradition, with towering twin minarets framing a large central dome. When it's lit up at dusk, the intricate artistry and true beauty are highlighted.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Board an abra and enjoy the views as you cross Dubai Creek
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
5
Arrive in Deira and stroll with your guide around the vibrant Spice Souk. Scan the colorful stalls of perfumed spices, herbs and sweets, and then head for the nearby Gold Souk. Enjoy free time to explore the gold and jewelry stores, and finish your tour with a hotel drop-off.
Duration: 40 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour duration includes pickup and drop-off times; actual sightseeing time may vary.
- Infant seats are available upon request for children up to 5 years old.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible; please consider this when booking.
Know before you go
- Dress in lightweight, comfortable clothing suitable for warm weather.
- Bring a hat and sunglasses for sun protection.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Pickup will be in a Private suitable air-conditioned vehicle with Private Guide.
- Children up to 5 years of age must be provided with a child safety seat. Kindly let us know if you have an infant 5 years and below joining the tour. Infant seat will be provided without any additional charges.
- Guide service as per the selection - English, German, Spanish, French, Italian speaking guide
- Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
- The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
- Please note, the tour duration subject to change depending on traffic.The stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times.
- Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary, guest have to pay directly if any additional entrance ticket applicable which is not included in the above itinerary.
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
Traveler reviews
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Based tour guide ever saw everything we wanted to.
Our tour guide was Saqib Khan. He was wonderful. Totally customized the trip based on our priorities. He was super knowledgeable, professional, very well spoken English and stayed with us thru the markets so he handled the cost. His recommendations were perfect
Sharise_NNov 28, 2025VIATOR
Tour of Dubai (Old and new)
We had such an amazing time in the tour of Dubai! The lady leader was so knowledgeable, flexible and helpful during the whole tour. She explained all details about the places we visited and she made sure we took the best pictures! Also, she (and the driver) made special accompaniments for my old father (who had a wheelchair) which was nice! Definitely recommend this tour and the lady tour guide!
Traveler01355047401Nov 27, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Wonderful tour!
Wonderful tour! Our tour guide and driver Faysal was so informative! We visited so many places from old Dubai, Gold Sook, Burj Khalifa, Burj Park (where the Dubai watch show was taking place), the Palms at Jumeirah and the Burj Al Arab. An amazing experience!
Christie_KNov 24, 2025VIATOR
All excellent
Excellent work..... congratulations....................................................
joaoppafonsoNov 12, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Great half day tour of Dubai
Excellent tour of Dubai - opportunity to see some of the older parts of the city and markets. And time for shopping as well! Jaweira was an excellent guide and Badshah a great driver.
atosatti88Oct 17, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Pickup will be in a Private suitable air-conditioned vehicle with Private Guide.
Children up to 5 years of age must be provided with a child safety seat. Kindly let us know if you have an infant 5 years and below joining the tour. Infant seat will be provided without any additional charges.
Guide service as per the selection - English, German, Spanish, French, Italian speaking guide
Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
Please note, the tour duration subject to change depending on traffic.The stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times.
Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary, guest have to pay directly if any additional entrance ticket applicable which is not included in the above itinerary.
Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.