Old and Modern Dubai City Tour

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From $60.00

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

4 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Gaining insight into Dubai’s history and culture can be tricky in the modern metropolis. Learn about Dubai’s journey from traditional village to global city on a city tour, and discover landmarks including Zabeel Palace, the Spice Souk, and Burj Khalifa with insights provided by a local guide. Explore by foot, boat, and private vehicle for an immersive experience, and save time finding a meeting point with included pickup from your hotel.

Avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included as per itinerary
Capture panoramic views from Burj Khalifa’s observation deck
Benefit from your local guide’s insights and recommendations
Enjoy an informative tour suited to history and culture lovers

What's Included

Pick-up at Dubai Central hotels otherwise we provide a meeting point
Transportation in Air conditioned clean Vehicle
Professional & experienced English speaking Local Tour Guides
Bottled water
Burj Khalifa Entry Ticket (only available in the first option ''With Burj Khalifa Ticket'')
Drop off at Hotel (Only available in the second option)

Any personal expenses
Tipping
Drop off in the hotel is not included with BURJ KHALIFA TICKET option.

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Emirate of Dubai, Emirate of Dubai
We provide pickup at all DUbai Hotels in central areas (Deira, Bur Dubai, Trade Center, Jumeirah, Downtown, Barsha, Tecom, Marina & The Palm

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

09:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

We provide pickup at all DUbai Hotels in central areas (Deira, Bur Dubai, Trade Center, Jumeirah, Downtown, Barsha, Tecom, Marina & The Palm

What To Expect

Palm Jumeirah

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Burj Al Arab

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque And Centre

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sheikh Zayed Road (Pass By)

Dubai Creek

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dubai Gold Souk

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dubai Spice Souk

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Burj Khalifa

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Featured review

Maria_F

The tour guide Imran was very knowledgeable about Dubai and took time to show us many interesting sites. Viewing Palm Island was the highlight, and we are glad he recommended we take the extra time to visit the viewing platform.

Reviews

5.0

278 reviews

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Disappointed

Yasmin_N, Jan 2024

Was very excited about the tour when I read the activity name and itinerary however, it was just a touch and go of either dropping us off at places a short period of time or letting us know what a certain landmark is from the car - with no historical background provided. Didnt even explore much of the old dubai. Felt that the trip was a waste and maybe the Hop on and Off bus would have been better. Do not recommend this.

M. IMRAN |A tour guide as it’s best!

Jacqueline_F, Dec 2023

Muhammad IMRAN was a very friendly and well educated guide and I really enioyed my tour with him! He was always right in time; showed very good behaviour, showed me nice spots and was flexible in many ways.Thank you for this amazing experience.

Burj Khalifa excellent - be patient!!

Janet_L, Nov 2023

I've given a 5* review even though we didn't actually go on the trip. Due to extremely rain fall the trip didn't go ahead which was quite disappointing but couldn't be helped. The trip organisers 'Ocar Knight' kept in touch constantly with weather updates. We we're able to go up the Burj Khalifa to the 124 - 125 floor which was amazing, these tickets were not refundable so we made the trip ourselves on the metro (excellent system & so easy). We have received a full refund for the Old & Modern Dubai city tour, absolutely no fuss refund & excellent communication from Oscar Knight, thx so much 😃👍

MY FIRST DAY ON DUBAI

Sascha_N, Nov 2023

I would like to thank you for this highly professional tour of Dubai. I can only recommend this tour to everyone.My special thanks go to my Arabic guide Mister Waseem. Blessed be your name in all glory.

Amazing

Maria_F, Oct 2023

Wonderful mix of the Old and New Dubai with a five star Guide

Stephen_C, Aug 2023

My husband and I were the only people on this interesting and comprehensive tour of Dubai. The car arrived punctually and was beautifully clean and airconditioned. Our Guide, Imran , was amazing, and he took great care of us in the heat, His extensive knowledge of Dubai history and culture taught us so much. The tour covered all the must see sights in Dubai and included a Mosque visit, an Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek, the Souks, and Atlantis the Palms. I highly recommend this trip and particularly the Guide, Imran.

Memorable experience with great guide!

Sultan_J, Aug 2023

The half day sightseeing tour was memorable. Our guide IMRAN was so knowledgeable about the history of Dubai. He pointed out all the historical sites and we learned a lot! He had patience and also helped us take pretty awesome pictures.

Not a particularly good option to see Dubai

David_G, May 2023

This was a cursory overview of Dubai. It was basically a taxi ride around the city with the guide performing drop-off and pick-up services. Time at sites of interest ranged from 15-45 minutes. Since we were left on our own, there was no value other than the car, of which we has no discretion with regards to stop and take pictures. I would not waste money on this particular venue.

Nice Tour

Wanda_J, Apr 2023

Fantastic tour with Imran our tour guide. Highly recommend this tour when visiting Dubai. You will be able to view scenic areas.

A great way to tour Muscat and avoid long bus lines

Karen_T, Mar 2023

Adam was a great tour guide. Communicated well before the trip to ask about our interest and to let us know the agenda. Did well when visiting the mosque. Helped make sure we had the proper attire and told us the specific details of the building. Thanks for showing us your country.

Wonderful tour

Avery_U, Mar 2023

We had a great guide, Wassem, and pair with a wonderful group of ladies. The tour felt personable with so much information and history from Wassem. Dubai was a dream!

Optometrist in the mosque.

Gloria_M, Feb 2023

Major was very patient and took us to an adventure of a lifetime. Hats off to this tour guide. Will definitely request for him for next time. Ty.

Dubai Wondets

Gloria_M, Feb 2023

Wish we could have bought all the beautiful things in the market. Our driver Wahem was very knowledgeable and gave a lot of advices. He shared the wonders of the city.

Saw the interesting parts of the city

Rebecca_P, Feb 2023

Our guide, Waseem, was an excellent guide. He gave us alot of history and information which was very helpful. The only problem was he never got out of the car. I understand there may not be anywhere to park but when you pay for a guided tour you should get a guided tour. We did not enjoy the spice market at all. The vendors were way too aggressive. You couldn't stop and even look at anything. So we went across the street and took a boat ride. Imagine our surprise when we , later looked over what was offered with the tour and found we were to get a boat ride as part of our tour. Waseem did get us to places that were not yet crowded so we could enjoy each stop. It was a good tour to see the city.

Super tour.

Lyubov_M, Feb 2023

Waseem is an excellent tour guide. Highly recommended. Knows everything about Dubai and country. Time well spent.

Great introduction to Dubai

Traslyn_B, Feb 2023

I thoroughly enjoyed this tour! I'm a first-time visitor to Dubai and this tour took me to iconic locations. My guide Imran was engaging and attentive and it was a pleasure to see Dubai with him.

Absolutely fabulous

Joanne_J, Jan 2023

Waseem was fantastic when organising pickup times and keeping us informed of all tour details. His local knowledge on a wide range of topics is outstanding. There wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. The best use of our time to explore Dubai in limited time.

Good tour. Well worth doing.

Marilynn_R, Jan 2023

Good tour all round by knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. Gave us an overall perspective of the outlay of the city.

Entire city in a few hours

Claudia_A, Nov 2022

The tour was great, we saw the old city, markets and most beautiful places in Dubai!! Imran explained each detail about the places we visited.. thank you!!

Excellent introduction to Dubai

Mark_F, Nov 2022

Imran was a great guide. Pickup was right on time. Explained history and customs of Dubai, old and new. Have us a good overview of the city and what we wanted to see the next day. Would recommend this tour for anyone visiting Dubai for the first time.

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