Overview
Dubai Creek is the historic heart of Dubai, and riding a traditional wooden abra boat between Deira and Bur Dubai is an essential Dubai experience. The Gold Souk on the Deira side has over 300 gold and jewelry shops, offering some of the world's lowest gold prices. The nearby Spice Souk lets you browse and buy saffron, cinnamon, and other spices amid aromatic stalls. Abra fare AED 1; Gold Souk free entry. Metro Green Line, Al Ras Station.
Opening Hours
Gold Souk: Sat-Thu 10:00-22:00, Fri 16:00-22:00.
Travel Tips
The abra at AED 1 is Dubai's cheapest transport. Always bargain at the Gold Souk. Riding the abra around sunset over the Creek is especially atmospheric.
Hotels near Dubai Creek & Gold Souk
Hotels and guesthouses in Dubai, Deira, Dubai
Other attractions in Dubai
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building (828m). The view of Dubai from the 124th-floor observation deck is spectacular.
Palm Jumeirah
The world's largest artificial island, built in the shape of a palm tree. The Atlantis Hotel is the landmark.
The Dubai Mall
The world's largest shopping mall, featuring an indoor ice rink, aquarium, and fountain show.
Burj Al Arab
The world-famous sail-shaped 7-star luxury hotel.
Dubai Frame
A 150m-tall picture-frame-shaped structure that captures Old and New Dubai in one frame.
Dubai Marina
An artificial canal district surrounded by skyscrapers, with a vibrant waterfront promenade and stunning night views.
Museum of the Future
A futuristic silver torus-shaped museum inscribed with Arabic calligraphy.