What's Old Dubai like?
Visitors really like Old Dubai, especially its museums and riverfront access. Take time to enjoy the neighbourhood's rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Dubai Museum and Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House. There's plenty more to see, including Spice Souk and Gold Souk.
Where are the best places to stay in Old Dubai?
We have 276 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are our travellers' top places to stay in Old Dubai:
XVA Art Hotel
City centre hotel with restaurant- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • Terrace • Garden • 24-hour front desk
Carlton Dubai Creek Hotel
Waterfront hotel with spa and outdoor pool- Free valet parking • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Steam room • Fitness centre
Days Hotel By Wyndham Dubai Deira
Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants- Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Wyndham Dubai Deira
Hotel with 2 restaurants and spa- Free valet parking • Free Wi-Fi • 2 bars • Steam room • Attentive staff
Mark Inn Hotel Deira
Hotel with restaurant- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • 24-hour front desk
How to get to Old Dubai
Flying to:
- Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.), 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Old Dubai
- Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), 14.1 mi (22.8 km) from Old Dubai
- Dubai (DWC-Al Maktoum Intl.), 27.8 mi (44.8 km) from Old Dubai
Getting to Old Dubai on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Baniyas Square Station
- Al Ras Station
- Sharaf DG Station
Things to see and do in and around Old Dubai
What to see in Old Dubai
- Grand Mosque
- Dubai Creek
- Fish Roundabout
- SMCCU Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding
- Badiyah Mosque
Things to do in Old Dubai
- Spice Souk
- Gold Souk
- Naif Souq
- Dubai Museum
- Meena Bazaar