Dubai Private City Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai Private City Tour worth booking?
Dubai Private City Tour is a 5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $140 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $140 per person
This tour is a great chance to discover the landmarks of the amazing city located in old Dubai and new Dubai in a private vehicle with our qualified professional tour guide. The pick-up location, time, and tour itinerary
What you get
- Pickup & drop off from the desired location of the guests
- Private Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- As a private tour guests are allowed to add/remove any attraction any time during or before the tour
- Abra ride (traditional water boat)
About this experience
This tour is a great chance to discover the landmarks of the amazing city located in old Dubai and new Dubai in a private vehicle with our qualified professional tour guide. The pick-up location, time, and tour itinerary can all be tailored to your specific needs. During this private tour, you may enter any of the attractions (an entry fee may apply). Recommended attractions: Dubai Marina, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Al Fahidi Historical neighbourhood, the seven-star hotel Burj Al Arab, the man-made island, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis Hotel, etc.
What's included
Included
- Pickup & drop off from the desired location of the guests
- Private Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- As a private tour guests are allowed to add/remove any attraction any time during or before the tour
- Abra ride (traditional water boat)
Not included
- Entry Tickets (Burj Khalifa 50$,Palm Jumeirah Monorail 10$, The Palm View30$) can be purchased
- Food and beverage
- Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Palm Jumeirah
Explore Palm Jumeirah, the world's largest artificial island, which is shaped like a palm tree. And take a photo stop at The Pointe, where you can take one of the best pictures of your life with the background of the beautiful building of Atlantis the Palm Hotel, the biggest hotel in Dubai that contains more than 1500 rooms.
40 minutes here
Dubai Marina Walk
Dubai Marina Walk, one of the most popular places in Dubai, is situated in the artificial canal city called Dubai Marina. Around the artificial water canal, about 7 km of marina walk is surrounded by 350 to 400 meters of skyscrapers. There are many restaurants and coffee shops along the canal, which is full of boats, dhow cruises, and exclusive yachts.
40 minutes here
Souk Madinat Jumeirah By Dubai Retail
Madina Souk Jumeirah is an Arabian traditional market. Take a tour of the air-conditioned indoor market, rich with Arabic art and full of shops, stands, and stalls. There are more than 25 restaurants serving Arabic food and international cuisine, along with a lot of coffee shops.
40 minutes here
Bur Dubai Abra Station
Take a ride on an abra, the traditional wooden boat, crossing an artificial canal called Dubai Creek from Bur Dubai to Deira, the oldest place in Dubai, located in the old city of Dubai.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood is the key heritage site located in Old Dubai and reflects the traditional life style of people from the 19th century to the 1960s of the 20th century.
40 minutes here
Burj Al Arab
Take a photo stop at the sailboat-shaped hotel, the seven-star hotel Burj Al Arab. The most luxurious hotel in the world is built on an island 500 meters away from the seashore.
30 minutes here
United Arab Emirates
Burj Khalifa: The tallest building in the world with 163 floors and 828 meters height
30 minutes here
The Dubai Mall
The world's biggest shopping mall covering an area of 48 football grounds with more than 1200 shops
30 minutes here
Dubai Frame
The biggest photo frame in the world, located in centered between new Dubai and old Dubai
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private tour (1 or 2 people)
4 or 7 seater air-conditioned Pickup included
Private tour (3 to 7 people)
air-conditioned 7 seater Pickup included
Private tour (8 to 15 people)
20seater air-conditioned bus: For groups of 8 to 15people Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- hi, ar, ko, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Dubai Private City Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Private City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Dubai…and my driver Mohammed
Had a 25 hour layover in Dubai, I chose one thing to do and that was a five hour private tour. Mohammed was my driver for the day! He was very communicative before picking me up, through -out the tour we had great conversations. His English is good, I felt super comfortable with him, he gave me explicit instructions when he dropped me off, what to do and where he’d pick me up. We walked through some shopping places together looking at the architecture and he kindly took photos. The vehicle was brand new, great driving skills and overall it was a really great experience! Highly recommend!
via Viator
We had a fantastic half...
We had a fantastic half day tour with Mehboob. He was our tour guide and was very friendly and very accomodating. He was very knowledgable about Dubai and went out of his way to make our tour memorable!
Response from the operator: Dear Madam/Sir, Thanks for choosing our tour and for your precious time writing a review. We will try our best to make our tour more informative and memorable. Have a great day.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $140 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dubai Private City Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai Private City Tour cost?
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Prices start at $140 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dubai Private City Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.
Is Dubai Private City Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dubai Private City Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Dubai Private City Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dubai Private City Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dubai Private City Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubai?
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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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