Old Dubai 2-Hour Snacking Tour
Old Dubai 2-Hour Snacking Tour
Explore Al Ras, one of Dubai's most historic neighborhoods, on a 2-hour history and food walk through the Spice and Gold Souks.Enjoy snacks from across the Indian and Iranian communities that have historically given momentum to the souks. Taste our favorite ‘mash-up’ sandwich roll paired with steaming hot chai, stuffed breads fresh out of a street-side oven, a sweet-savory, wildly crunchy combo that the neighborhood Indian jewelers love for breakfast, and then an exquisite chocolate that’s proudly crafted in the country. Cool down with an icy Persian treat from one of the oldest cafeterias in the area.
All snacks are veggie-friendly, but snacks containing dairy or gluten cannot be substituted.All through the tour, we will be sharing the stories and local tidbits that will make you travel back in time and truly appreciate the transformation that this humble fishing settlement has gone through over the past five decades.
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Dubai Spice Souk
Meet our friendly guide at the historic Spice Souk & learn about the significance of the Al Ras neighbourhood.
5 minutesDubai Spice Souk
Fuel up with an Old Dubai nostalgic treat washed down with sweet milky tea in the back alleys of the souk. (Gluten, Dairy)
25 minutesDubai Spice Souk
Play a quick fun game through the alleys of the souk to decode a secret chai masala that ‘Um Rashid’ has asked you to make.
15 minutesDubai Gold Souk
Sink your teeth into a piping hot cheese and za’atar pastry made in a closet-sized bakery that flips out staggering stacks of bread for the neighborhood community.
20 minutesDubai Gold Souk
Experience this sweet luxury of the desert, made entirely in the UAE.
15 minutesDubai Gold Souk
Enjoy a sweet-savoury combination that’s very popular with the Gujarati jewelers in the Gold souk at one of the oldest surviving restaurants in the area.
25 minutesDubai Spice Souk
Sample a traditional, refreshing Iranian dessert doused in rose syrup and lemon juice.
15 minutesIncluded
- Bottled water
- Snacks - 5 snacks
- Professional Guide
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wired earphones (with 35mm jack) for our tour guide audio system. Carry own or purchase on tour.
- Substitutions in case of allergies/restrictions
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 4 years
- Please advise us at least 48 hours in advance of the tour in case of serious food allergies, including gluten, nuts and dairy
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Tour may be cancelled if there are less than 3 participants and rescheduling options or full refund provided.
- All food is ordered in advance and we may be unable to provide substitutions in case of allergies/restrictions.
- Please do message us after booking if you have any dietary restrictions/allergies.
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.