Old Dubai Travel Guide

Dubai

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
Open Photo by Suzanne Vidal

Gold Souk

8.6/10 (11,103 reviews)
This world-famous market dazzles with its precious metals and gem stones displayed in hundreds of windows.
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Things to do

Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

Rp233.558
per adult
Al Shindagha Museum Ticket
Dubai: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Rp440.347
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Premium Red Dunes & Camel Safari with BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

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

Rp1.239.654
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour

From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour

Rp1.292.654
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour
2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal

2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal

Rp435.332
per adult
2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal
Dubai City Tour

Dubai City Tour ( Half Day )

Rp342.396
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai City Tour ( Half Day )
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Top hotels in Old Dubai

Gulf Star Hotel

Gulf Star Hotel

Deira, Naif, Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai
The price is Rp753.337 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp753.337
per night
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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

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 Rp1.033.991 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.033.991
per night
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (243 reviews)
"It was great pleasure"

Reviewed on 10 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 Rp781.698 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp781.698
per night
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (199 reviews)
"I appreciate the cleanliness of this property, but its location is a bit inconvenient. It’s situated near an industrial area."

Reviewed on 8 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 Rp1.083.229 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
Rp1.083.229
per night
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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 Rp8.470.358 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp8.470.358
per night
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 Rp3.151.212 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp3.151.212
per night
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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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Where to stay in Old Dubai

Find the best Old Dubai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

Old Dubai Travel Guide