Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai worth booking?
Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai is a 8-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $127 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (23)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $127 per person
The vibrant and colorful city of Dubai is home to Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Ain Dubai-The largest Ferry wheel in the world, Dubai Fountain- The largest choreographed fountain in the world, Dubai Ma
What you get
- 8 Hours Dubai City Tour with Professional Guide
- Visit Bastakia area, Gold souk & Spice souk
- Pick up & Drop off from Dubai Hotels
- Photo Stop Burj Al Arab
- Visit Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
About this experience
The vibrant and colorful city of Dubai is home to Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Ain Dubai-The largest Ferry wheel in the world, Dubai Fountain- The largest choreographed fountain in the world, Dubai Marina- The Largest Manmade Marina In the world. Dubai is a unique city: The city has a perfect blend of the old and the new. In addition to the glitz and glamour of its skyscrapers, Dubai has some old-world charm in its historic center. The area’s like Bur Dubai and Dubai creeks tells you the tale of old Dubai. Well preserved areas like Bastakiya, Al Fahidi Fort – Dubai Museum, the Gold and Spice souks are the best example of the City’s rich history and roots. The six hours city tour of Dubai a perfect blend of both modern and traditional attractions of Dubai. The Guided city tour helps you to understand a great deal about the city’s lifestyle, architecture, history, and heritage.
What's included
Included
- 8 Hours Dubai City Tour with Professional Guide
- Visit Bastakia area, Gold souk & Spice souk
- Pick up & Drop off from Dubai Hotels
- Photo Stop Burj Al Arab
- Visit Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Not included
- Lunch
- Tips and Personal Expenses in any nature
What you'll see and do
Dubai Marina
A Scenic 8-hour City Tour starts to visit the Modern part of Dubai. The modern part of the Dubai City tour will start with a visit to Dubai Marina. The Largest man-made marina in the world, Dubai Marina, is the new hang-out hub of Dubai. The stunning area is filled with skyscrapers, more than 300 retailers, restaurants, department stores, cafés, and gyms. The Marina Walk is where your photos will look rich and beautiful.
30 minutes here
Palm Jumeirah
The city tour will then take you to another man-made wonder Palm Jumeirah Island, a palm-tree shaped artificial archipelago which features most wanted residential complexes, Iconic Hotels. We will give you a glimpse of the island and we will stop at Atlantis The Palm Hotel for a photo stop. It cost more than US$1.5bn to build in 2008 and now became one of the most famous hotels in the world. The Ocean themed hotel is a must-see attraction in Dubai. We will take you to The Pointe, to get a better view of Atlantis The Palm. The pointe is your best choice for shopping in Palm Jumeirah. It’s a place where you can buy the best brands at the best price. Preferred by all and loved by Men, Women, and kids The pointe has something to offer for everyone.
20 minutes here
Jumeirah Public Beach
you will drive to Jumeirah Beach where you will have the best view of the iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel. The world’s most luxurious hotel Burj Al Arab is an example of Dubai’s Architectural excellence. You will have 20 minutes for taking the photos of the sail-shaped architectural masterpiece the Burj Al Arab with your loved ones.
20 minutes here
Souk Madinat Jumeirah By Dubai Retail
A few minutes’ drives take you to Madinat Jumeirah, built to recreate the enchanting beauty of ancient Arabia. Roosted directly by the Arabian Gulf and flaunting its private seashore, Madinat Jumeirah is a city within the city and the newest attraction in Dubai. A luxury destination within a destination Madinat Jumeirah is home to three hotels five-star hotels ‘Jumeirah Al Qasr’, ‘Jumeirah Mina A’Salam’ and ‘Jumeirah Al Naseem’. Souk Al Madinat is a recreation of traditional middle eastern shopping culture. With a mix of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops, luxury fashion, and jewelry this will be a unique shopping experience for you. If you need to take a quick bite, there are more than 25 restaurants offering cuisines from all over the world.
60 minutes here
The Dubai Mall
Our next photo stop will be an attraction that is not only the tallest building in the world but the most popular tourist attraction in Dubai. Burj Khalifa is the tallest and is visited by more than 1.87 million yearly.
60 minutes here
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
You can visit ‘Al Fahidi Fort’ a center to learn about the culture and history of the city. Built-in late 1700’s this fort is the oldest functioning building in Dubai and in 1971 the fort was converted into Dubai Museum. You can learn a great deal about the city of Dubai by visiting the famous souks (Markets).
30 minutes here · Admission included
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
your next stop will be Al Bastakiya Area, A place where you can still find some parts of the town which existed over 40 years ago. Al Fahidi's historical district, which is commonly known as ‘Al Bastakiya’ still holds the memories of an era that existed even before the union of Emirates. Al Bastakiya quarter is the oldest standing residential area of Dubai.
30 minutes here
Old Souk
Get aboard the Abra (the traditional water taxi) ride across Dubai creek to reach Dubai Gold and Spices Souk. A Tourist attraction in the old part of Dubai you cannot miss. It may have lost its glory amid many shopping malls in all parts of the city but still functioning like in the old days and attracts tourists and locals every day. The best place in Dubai to buy good quality spices and If you love gold jewelry, then Dubai Gold is the best place for you. A mecca for gold lovers, Dubai Gold Souk is known for the quality and purity of gold sold here. After a long day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Surprise Tourism LLC
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Enlightening tour of classic and modern Dubai
Our tour guide was most delightful. We're both in our 80s and Mr Hussain was respectful of our slower pace and reduced endurance with extra physical assistance and excellent itinerary planning. The tour of old and new Dubai was exceptional due in part by Mr Hussain's knowledge of area history and his clarity of presentation. Highly recommended!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re truly happy you enjoyed the tour and we’d be delighted to welcome you back again anytime! 🌟✨
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Would travel with them again!
The trip was very fun, we did many photos stops and took our time seeing the sites. Cold water was provided and Hussain was very accommodating and knowledgeable on the construction of the modern sites.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! 🤍 We're happy you enjoyed the tour with Mr. Hussain — you're always welcome back again! 🙌😊
via Tripadvisor
Hussain is excellent tour guide
We had great experiences with our guide Mr Hussain we really enjoyed his company he explained very well about every attraction really knowledgeable about history of United Arab Emirates thank you Hussain
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! 🤍 We’re glad you enjoyed the tour with Mr. Hussain — he truly is amazing! 🌟😊
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Hussain is amazing
We had lovely and great experience with our tour guide Mr Hussain very knowledgeable patient he explained very clearly about every attraction with his great knowledge really appreciated Hussain thank you for everything
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! 🤍 We’re glad you enjoyed your tour with Mr. Hussain — you’re always welcome back again! 🙌😊
via Tripadvisor
Would recommend
Mr Hussain is very nice and accommodating. Readily . answered our questions and inquiries.. highly recommended to the next group he’s going to guide.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! 🤍 We’re happy you enjoyed your tour with Mr. Hussain — you’re always welcome back! 🙌😊
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sun
- Price range
- $127 to $220
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Surprise Tourism LLC, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.4.
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Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai cost?
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Prices start at $127 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 Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 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 Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai?
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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 Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai?
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Around 8 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full day Dubai Modern and Classic Tour from Dubai 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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