A Self-Guided Tour of Dubai’s Origins in Deira

Are you looking for a self-guided journey through Dubai’s vibrant past? Trace Dubai’s origins in Deira on this tour published by Visit Dubai, Dubai’s official tourism body.

Sail on an abra across historic waterways, inhaling the aromas of the Spice Souk and meandering through Deira’s picturesque alleys. Explore optional stops, like museums honouring poets and women in the UAE alongside a school that influenced Dubai’s leaders. Once the heart of the pearl trade, this area shaped the city’s culture and economy. The tour concludes at the Gold Souk, unfolding Dubai’s rich heritage.

Please be sure to bring along 1 dirham to pay for the abra across Dubai Creek. It’s also important to start the tour’s audio before you board the abra.

Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.

Start your journey through time at the Dubai Spice Souk. Immerse yourself in this historic market’s vibrant colours and scents as you prepare for a breezy abra ride.

As you glide across Dubai Creek, pass by the Museum of the Poet Al Oqaili, a tribute to poetry and culture in the UAE. Absorb the artistic essence that lingers in the air.

Cross Dubai Creek in an abra. Please be sure to bring along 1 Dirham to pay for the abra across Dubai Creek.

Continue your journey through Deira, passing by the Women’s Museum Bait al Banat. Delve into the history and contributions of women in the UAE, appreciating their significant roles. If you’d like to visit the Dubai Women’s Museum, it is closed on Fridays and open from 10am to 6pm for the rest of the week. The Museum of the Poet Al Oqaili is also closed on Fridays and Saturdays, and is only open from 8am to 2pm for the rest of the week. The museum is an optional stop and is not included in this tour.

Arrive at the bustling Dubai Gold Souk, the endpoint of your tour. Witness the opulence and tradition of the city’s gold trade, symbolizing Dubai’s cultural and economic evolution over time. Explore the glittering displays and marvel at the heritage preserved in this vibrant marketplace.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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• Lifetime access to this tour in English
• VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
• Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

• 1 Dirham to pay for the abra across Dubai Creek
• Smartphone and headphones
• Transportation
• Food and drink

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This code can be used by every member of your party. If you’ve booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

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3. Create an account
4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

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Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by VoiceMap Audio Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Dubai.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.