Half Day Dubai City Sightseeing Tour

5.0 (21 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Tour Dubai in search of its historical sights and famous icons and visit the oldest building in the city

Stop by and take photos at Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque or witness Burj Khalifa, currently the tallest building in the world from a distance.

Enjoy seeing these iconic locations around Dubai and experience the city's history and modern advancements

Travel conveniently with round trip hotel transfers and transport via a comfortable vehicle during your tour

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Efficient Tourism

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Entry/Admission - Bur Dubai Abra Station
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Drop Off Optional to Dubai mall or back to the hotel.
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Airport and departure taxes: Airport/Departure Tax
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entry/Admission - Burj Al Arab

Itinerary

Zabeel Palace

10 min Admission not included

Zabeel Palace is the official residence of the Al Maktoum family, the ruling family of Dubai. Located in the Zabeel district, it serves as both a royal residence and an administrative headquarters.
Dubai Frame

10 min Admission not included

The Dubai Frame is a striking architectural landmark situated in Zabeel Park, Dubai. Standing at 150 meters tall and 93 meters wide, it holds the title of the world's largest picture frame.
Stop 3

Passing by

Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood is a historic district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The construction of the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood dates back to the 1890s. In its prime, the locality was capable of 60 housing units, most of which were separated by narrow, winding lanes.
Bur Dubai Abra Station

20 min Admission included

The Bur Dubai Abra Station is a popular attraction in Dubai and offers visitors a unique experience of traditional boat rides across the Dubai Creek.
Gold Souk

10 min

Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk, is a traditional market in Dubai, UAE. The souk is located in Dubai's commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Ras. The souk consists of over 380 retailers, most of whom are jewelry traders.
Dubai Spice Souk

10 min

Dubai Spice Souk or the Old Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Spice Souk is located in Deira, in eastern Dubai, and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The Spice Souk is in the locality of Al Ras, on Baniyas Street.
Jumeirah Mosque

Passing by

Jumeirah Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Construction began in 1976; the mosque is built in the traditional Fatimid style which originated from Syria and Egypt. Opened in 1979, the Jumeirah Mosque visit has been a key activity under the 'Open Doors. Open Minds.'
Burj Al Arab

10 min Admission not included

Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is undoubtedly one of the most famous landmarks and tourist attractions in Dubai, and is renowned for its 'seven-star status'. The luxury record-breaking all-suite hotel includes a range of fine-dining restaurants, incredible beaches and the expansive Burj Al Arab Terrace.

Since its opening in 1999, the Burj Al Arab has played host to a covetable guest list of VIPs and celebrities from all over the world, helping put Dubai on the global luxury tourism map. Built on its own island, the sail-shaped building rises 321m, providing guests with amazing room views of the Arabian Gulf.

Photo Stop From Outside Only
Palm Jumeirah

Passing by

The tree-shaped Palm Jumeirah island is known for glitzy hotels, posh apartment towers and upmarket global restaurants. Food trucks offering snacks like shawarma dot the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk, popular for its views of the Dubai coastline and the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel. Beach clubs with spas and infinity pools turn into boisterous nightclubs with live DJs in the evening
The Dubai Mall

Passing by

Dubai Mall is a shopping mall in Dubai. It is the second largest mall in the world after the Iran Mall by total land area, and the 26th-largest shopping mall in the world by gross leasable area, tying with West Edmonton Mall and Fashion Island —both of which are older than it.
Dubai Marina

Passing by

Dubai Marina is an affluent residential neighborhood known for The Beach at JBR, a leisure complex with al fresco dining and sandy stretches to relax on. Smart cafes and pop-up craft markets line waterside promenade Dubai Marina Walk, while Dubai Marina Mall is packed with chain and luxury fashion brands. Upscale yachts cruise through the large man-made marina, where activities range from jet-skiing to skydiving.
United Arab Emirates

Passing by

The Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai prior to its inauguration in 2010, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is known for being the world's tallest building.