Experience Dubai’s heritage with an old Dubai walking tour

An old Dubai walking tour is a perfect way of exploring its heritage and culture. This type of walk through the old part of Dubai is so interesting and a blend of uniqueness and novelty. Dubai is a place which is famous for its long tall buildings, but along with skyscrapers there is another side of the country which is full of tradition, history and culture. Once there was a time when there were only camels in Dubai, but with the passage of time there came a lot of attractive things. Dubai’s heritage is so rich with its history and culture. There is a lot of charm in visiting old Dubai.

With an old Dubai walking tour you can explore Al Fahidi, different Souks, Museums and can ride on Abra across the creek. With an old Dubai walk you go through a rich cultural experience. Dubai is famous for its well preserved historical sites.

What is Old Dubai

The part of Dubai which is known as the old Dubai is made of Bur Dubai and Deira creek. Old Dubai is still home to incredible heritage buildings like the Al Fahidi Fort.

There are famous gold souks and spice souks in Deira. There are heritage style buildings in AL Seef and in AL Fahidi.

In AL Seef and AL Fahidi you can see buildings representing rich culture and heritage that show incredible architectural features like wind towers, lime stones and coral materials. The most interesting thing you can see there is narrow cobblestone pathways that serve as an example of what kind of Dubai used to be.

AL Seef

It is one of the most charming places in old Dubai. It is a part of old Dubai’s heritage. The walk around the area which is 1.8 kilometer long will give you the feeling like you are walking through the old world style buildings with winding pathways, souks styles shops and creek side restaurants.

AL Seef is located right on Dubai  creek. The scene is so perfect that it makes it more picture perfect.

You should visit the place at the time of sunset, because the call to prayer sounds so perfect that it emerges from all the surrounding mosques and it looks so magical.

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Discover AL Fahidi: The Heart of Heritage

Right next to ALSeef is AL Fahidi historical neighbourhood. Here you can find Dubai’s old top attractions including:

• Dubai Museum
• Coffee museum
• Arabian tea house
• Sheikh muhammad bin Rashid al Maktoum centre for cultural understanding

There are so many cultural and historical gems inside, when you go through with a walk you find them inside.

AL Fahidi fort is one of the oldest buildings in old Dubai. Many old buildings like this building have been transformed into museums, art galleries and art centers. This fort is  a must visit place when you walk through old Dubai pathways, to explore the history of Dubai.

Sheikh Muhammad Centre for Cultural Understanding

When you are in Dubai and want to visit old Dubai, this is a must  visit place. Here you can learn about the Emirati culture and can enjoy  traditional meals served on the floor with majlis style. The best thing about this place is that it is open to everyone.

Cross Dubai Creek on an Abra

Abra is an old traditional wooden boat which is used to cross the Dubai creek is one of the best fun parts of the visit to old Dubai. This short ride in very few Dirhams connects Bur Dubai with Deira. On the other side of Deira there are aromatic souks which are the biggest tourist attractions.

This is a type of mini cruise along Dubai creek side. It moves once it is filled with passengers, but you don’t have to wait so long for getting the ride.

There are different souks on the other side of creek which are:

• Spice souk: here you can breathe in the fragrance of cinnamon and saffron.
• Gold souk: there are hundreds of shops offering glittering jewelry.
• Textile souk: Here you can find rolls of fabrics used for making abayasa and scarfs and many other things.

Dubai Museum

Your visit to old Dubai is incomplete without visiting Dubai Museum which is located in AL Fahidi fort. This is one of the oldest buildings of Dubai which represented life before oil. From fishing to desert life it displays all the life styles. Interactive displays bring Dubai’s past to life.

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Emirati Meal at Arabian Tea House

This place is located a short walk from AL Fahidi fort. It serves you with authentic Emirati cuisines. When you visit this place at the time of breakfast, you must order a special Emirati breakfast tray. At the time of lunch or dinner you can choose from a lengthy menu of Emirati cuisine.

Meena Bazar

For an entirely different experience you must visit Meena Bazar. Here you can enjoy your meals with a lot of shopping. Whether that is a visitor or a local, everyone can benefit from the exclusive deals of fabrics, to handicrafts and jewelry.

Here you can also find the best Indian street food also. From pani puri to dosa everything is available here so come here with an empty stomach so you can enjoy all the food items which are available here.

Traditional Pakistani at Ravi

It is an institution in Dubai and you must try the palace when you visit old Dubai.you can enjoy a variety of pakistani food items starting from meaty kebabs to delicious biryani and aromatic vegetable curries. One best tip you must consider is that come here when you are hungry only then you can enjoy all the cuisines.

Always Choose a Guided Old Dubai Walking Tour

A guided walking tour is much more interesting than walking by yourself.

You can learn many things with a historical background story.

• You can learn hidden stories from a guide.
• You can have easy access to museums and historical houses.
• Local guides also share personal perspectives on Dubai’s evolution.

Tips for Your Old Dubai Walking Tour

• Wear light comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
• Must bring a water bottle with you.
• Always visit early morning or afternoon to avoid the heat.
• Respect local costumes.
• Dress modestly in places like mosques.

Conclusion

Apart from the tall buildings this walk in old Dubai is much more relaxing and connects with the old culture and heritage. This walk through the lanes provide a rich cultural experience, where you can enjoy different meals and can learn about the old traditional cuisines. You can see the history with a guided tour. This appears to be a long lasting memory. With a heritage walking tour you can connect with the heart of the city.

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