Old Dubai Travel Guide
Dubai
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Popular places to visit
Gold Souk
During your trip to Dubai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gold Souk. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.
Dubai Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dubai Museum during your trip to Dubai. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.
Meena Bazaar
During your visit to Dubai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Meena Bazaar. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.
Naif Souq
During your visit to Dubai, you can do some window-shopping at Naif Souq. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.
Spice Souq
During your trip to Dubai, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Spice Souq. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Textile Souq
During your trip to Dubai, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Textile Souq. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Old Dubai
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Venligt personale, dejlig balkon og flot fyrværkeri fra
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Business Bay
The room was clean, staff was courteous, Good breakfast selection. Only concern was flies hovering over the bread container and fruit and veg salad so would suggest these to be covered. The stay was pleasant and comfortable.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Atlantis, The Palm
This hotel is incredible! The service is outstanding and the cleanliness and amenities are excellent. The food was amazing
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
Incredible staff and facility I will return.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Our first time in Dubai, Couldn’t fault it. Everything was perfect, hotel, staff, food , facility’s.. All first class. Will definitely be returning.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Yes the appearance of the room was astonishing.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Dubai
Bur Dubai
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bur Dubai. Check out top attractions like Dubai Creek and BurJuman Mall, and jump on the metro at ADCB Station or Sharaf DG Station to see more of the city.
Deira
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Dubai Creek and Fish Roundabout, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.
Za'abeel
Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Water Canal, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.
DIFC
DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.
Jadaf
Spend some time visiting places like Dubai Creek while getting to know Jadaf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Creek Station or Al Jadaf Station to see more of the area.
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.
