What food is included in the tour?

You'll sample vegetarian Indian street food (samosas, fried specialities), Lebanese charcoal-grilled meat and mezze plates (hummus, tabbouleh, fattoush), premium Dubai dates, and a traditional Emirati dish eaten by hand. Multiple tastings are built into the 4-hour experience.

Is this tour suitable for vegetarians or those with dietary restrictions?

The tour includes vegetarian Indian street food options and Lebanese vegetable mezze, but also features grilled meats and traditional meat dishes. Inform your guide of allergies or restrictions in advance so they can tailor stops and tastings.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

Moderate fitness is recommended. You'll walk 2–3km through markets and narrow alleyways, though the pace is leisurely with frequent stops to eat and explore. Much of the tour involves standing and navigating crowded souks.

What is an abra, and will I really ride one?

An abra is a traditional wooden boat used for centuries to ferry passengers across Dubai Creek. Yes—you'll take one to cross from the gold and spice markets on the Deira side to the spice market, a quintessential Old Dubai experience.

Is this tour private, and how many people can join?

Yes, this is a private tour tailored to your group. It works best for small groups or couples; contact the supplier for specific group size capacity and any additional pricing for larger parties.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear comfortable, loose-fitting, modest clothing and flat walking shoes. Bring cash in small denominations for vendors, sunscreen, and a hat or scarf for sun protection. The tour involves walking in hot conditions, so hydration is important.

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About this activity

Explore Dubai's authentic culinary heart through a guided 4-hour journey across the Old Town's legendary spice and gold souks, sampling street food and sitting down to meals with locals. This intimate tour takes you beyond tourist zones into the atmospheric markets and hidden alleyways where real Dubaiians eat, combining cultural immersion with genuine flavour.

Start your street food tour with a short visit to the Indian temple along the perimeter of the spice and gold markets where dozens of street restaurants and shops sell a staggering variety of produce, from local exotic clothing, fruits, vegetables and spices.

Sample tasty Indian fried Samboussa, Melbouri and Velbouri from a vegetarian street food cart. Cross the glittering Dubai creek with the very famous Abras until you reach the spice market, where different aromas are in the surroundings. Take a walk through the fish, fruits and vegetable markets and tempt your taste buds with the famed Dubai dates in the atmospheric heart of the old quarter.

Try Lebanese cuisine on your next stop. Sit down with Dubai locals and sample various meat, vegetable, homs, tabouleh, and fattouch, flame grilled over hot coals for extra flavor. Finally, experience the Dubai typical dish as you venture down a small alley to join in one of the traditional restaurants. Sit like the locals and use your hands, a great way to crack into the local scene.

Highlights

✓Visit the Indian temple and adjoining spice and gold markets in the historic Old Town
✓Taste vegetarian Indian street food including samosas and traditional fried specialities from working carts
✓Ride traditional wooden abra boats across Dubai Creek to reach the spice market
✓Walk through bustling fish, fruit and vegetable markets; sample premium Dubai dates
✓Dine on Lebanese charcoal-grilled meat and mezze alongside locals
✓Experience a traditional Emirati dish in a neighbourhood restaurant, eating by hand as locals do

Insider tips

★Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat and catch markets at their most animated
★Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and flat shoes—you'll be walking through crowded souks and sitting on low seating
★Bring cash in small denominations; many street vendors and small eateries prefer it over cards

Good to know

•Private tour format means flexible pacing and personalised attention from your guide
•Expect to walk 2–3km through markets and narrow alleyways; moderate fitness level recommended
•Multiple food tastings included; allergies and dietary restrictions should be communicated in advance
•Tour operates in Old Dubai (Deira and Bur Dubai districts); wear modest clothing out of respect for local culture

Who it's for

Food enthusiasts and culinary adventurers seeking authentic street and local cuisineCultural travellers wanting to experience everyday Dubai beyond resorts and mallsSmall groups or couples seeking private, personalised experiencesVisitors interested in Islamic architecture, heritage markets, and traditional trading culture

Best time to visit

Visit between October and April when temperatures are cooler and markets are most vibrant. Early mornings (7–10am) or late afternoons (4–7pm) offer the best light, atmosphere, and vendor activity.

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Reviews

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Amara E.

Apr 2026

our host Nadia had so many stories and the lamb kofte was the highlight, and fine even with my dodgy knee, and we hit 6 tastings, no joke

Greg F.

Apr 2026

loved it — host Joseph top notch, spot on for a couples day out, and rolled home properly stuffed

Dan V.

Apr 2026

our host Carla was brilliant and the lamb kofte was the highlight. Last day of the trip so it wasnt too busy. Mid-week so it was quiet, and rolled home properly stuffed. Would book again no question.

Dan G.

Feb 2026

our host Leila sorted everything for us and the warm baklava at the last stop was the highlight, and handy if youre short on time, and we hit 6 tastings.

Tom A.

Dec 2025

our host Pedro couldnt do enough for us and a fish taco from a tiny street stall was the highlight, and for our anniversary, def recommend

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