Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 293 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New worth booking?
Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New is a 4.5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $36 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 293 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (293)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $36 per person
If you’re looking for things to do in Dubai, head out to discover the city’s main sights and cosmopolitan culture on a private sightseeing tour! This comprehensive Dubai city tour showcases a collection of top Dubai attr
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in a Private Vehicle
- Inside visit to Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque
- Visit to Al Seef / Al Bastakiya and Spice Souq / Gold Souq
- Abra ride across the Creek ( Traditional water taxi)
- Private professional Dubai city tour with selected Language
- Attraction (inside visit) as per the option selected
About this experience
If you’re looking for things to do in Dubai, head out to discover the city’s main sights and cosmopolitan culture on a private sightseeing tour! This comprehensive Dubai city tour showcases a collection of top Dubai attractions, from beautiful Jumeirah Mosque to famous landmarks like the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel. From a private vehicle, see picturesque Dubai neighborhoods, and then explore Dubai's old quarter, Al Bastakiy and Cross Dubai Creek by 'abra' (water taxi) to Deira, visit the famous spice souk and enjoy free time to shop in Dubai Gold Souk. Plus, learn fascinating details about the city from a private guide!
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in a Private Vehicle
- Inside visit to Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque
- Visit to Al Seef / Al Bastakiya and Spice Souq / Gold Souq
- Abra ride across the Creek ( Traditional water taxi)
- Private professional Dubai city tour with selected Language
- Attraction (inside visit) as per the option selected
- Photo Stop from outside Burj Al Arab ( Jumeirah open beach)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Jumeirah Public Beach
Start your experience with a pickup from your Dubai hotel. Hop inside your private, air-conditioned vehicle with your private guide and begin your tour. As you travel, view Dubai’s futuristic buildings and hear how it transformed from a sleepy fishing village into today’s cosmopolitan city after the oil boom of the 1950s.
45 minutes here
Burj Al Arab
Hear how the hotel’s sail-shaped design has made it one of Dubai’s signature sights and learn how it stands at a remarkable 1,053-foot (321-meter) high. Drive through exclusive Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s most upscale residential districts. See the plush villas and hotels, and continue into the Jumeirah Mosque ( Photos Stop only from Outside)
30 minutes here
The Jumeirah Mosque, which is large enough to hold up to 1,200 worshippers, was built entirely from white stone in the medieval Fatimid tradition, with towering twin minarets framing a large central dome. When it's lit up at dusk, the intricate artistry and true beauty are highlighted.
Pass by without stopping
Bur Dubai Abra Station
Board an abra and enjoy the views as you cross Dubai Creek
30 minutes here · Admission included
Dubai Spice Souk
Arrive in Deira and stroll with your guide around the vibrant Spice Souk. Scan the colorful stalls of perfumed spices, herbs and sweets, and then head for the nearby Gold Souk. Enjoy free time to explore the gold and jewelry stores, and finish your tour with a hotel drop-off.
40 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
City tour + Museum of Future
Inclusion : Private Guide + Vehicle + Museum of Future Entrance Ticket. Guest can discus with our guide and customize the itinerary. Duration: 5 hours: Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Pickup included
City tour + Buffet Lunch
Inclusion Duration: 5 hours: Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Inclusions : Private Guide + Vehicle + Buffet Lunch in 5* Hotel Restaurant. Guest can discuss with our guide and customize the itinerary. Pickup included
8H Private Dubai Tour Old &New
Duration: 8 hours: Full day 8 hours tour as per itinerary, with ENGLISH speaking guide only Itinerary: Guest can discus with our tour guide and customize the itinerary. No entrance ticket: Entrance ticket to any Attraction / Lunch - NOT included Pickup included
4hr Luxury Dubai City Tour
Duration: 4 hours Itinerary: Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary. No entrance ticket: Entrance ticket to any Attraction / Lunch - NOT included Language : Private Dubai City tour with English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Pickup included
City tour + Dubai Frame
Language : Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Duration: 5 hours Inclusion : Private Guide + Vehicle + Entrance ticket to Dubai Frame. Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary. Pickup included
4H Private Modern Dubai
Duration: 4 hours: Half day 4 hours tour as per itinerary Language : Tour with ENGLISH speaking guide only Itinerary: Guest can discus with our tour guide and customize the itinerary. No entrance ticket: Entrance ticket to any attraction NOT included Pickup included
City tour+Inside Burj Al Arab
Language : Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Duration: 5 hours: Private Guide + Vehicle + Inside Burj Al Arab Tour ticket .Guest can discus with our guide and customize the itinerary. Pickup included
City tour + Ski Dubai
Duration: 5 hours: Guest can discuss with our guide and customize the itinerary. Language : Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Inclusion : Private Guide + Vehicle+ Entrance ticket to Ski Dubai(Snow Classic) Pickup included
City tour + View the Palm
Duration: 5 hours: Private Guide + Vehicle+ Entrance ticket to View The Palm (52th floor). Language : Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Pickup included
City tour+Burj Khalifa ticket
Itinerary : Guest can discus with our tour guide and customize the itinerary. Duration: 5 hours Language: Private Dubai City tour with English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or French speaking guide Dubai City tour: Private Guide + Vehicle + Entrance ticket to Burj Khalifa 124th +125th floor non prime hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Odyssey DMC
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pickup will be in a Private suitable air-conditioned vehicle with Private Guide.
- Children up to 5 years of age must be provided with a child safety seat. Kindly let us know if you have an infant 5 years and below joining the tour. Infant seat will be provided without any additional charges.
- Guide service as per the selection - English, German, Spanish, French, Italian speaking guide
- Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
- The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
- Please note, the tour duration subject to change depending on traffic.The stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times.
- Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary, guest have to pay directly if any additional entrance ticket applicable which is not included in the above itinerary.
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 293 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
293 verified traveler reviews for Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly recommended A+
We had Hammad as our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. Was a very enjoyable day. Would definitely recommend to others traveling to Dubai.
via Tripadvisor
Present in the past!!
Hammad was our tour guide, he was very professional, sharp and detailed in his briefings about sites we visited. He slso msde it interactive which was fun and educational. Thank you Mr Hammad.
via Tripadvisor
Dubai half day City tour
It was a good experience and we all enjoyed The driver/guide was excellent I will definitely recommend to others
Response from the operator: Dear BoardingPass283323, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback about our Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New. We are delighted to learn that you and your group had a good experience and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Your kind words regarding our driver/guide are especially appreciated. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service, and it is rewarding to know that his efforts contributed to making your Dubai experience memorable. Thank you as well for your recommendation. Positive reviews like yours inspire us to continue providing outstanding sightseeing experiences to all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Dubai and serving you again on another unforgettable journey. Kind regards, Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
via Tripadvisor
Based tour guide ever saw everything we wanted to.
Our tour guide was Saqib Khan. He was wonderful. Totally customized the trip based on our priorities. He was super knowledgeable, professional, very well spoken English and stayed with us thru the markets so he handled the cost. His recommendations were perfect
Response from the operator: Dear Sharise_N, Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience on our Private Dubai City Tour and that Mr. Saqib made it truly special for you. It’s great to know that his knowledge, professionalism, and personalized approach exceeded your expectations and that his recommendations added value to your trip. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share them with Mr. Saqib. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences in the future. Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
via Viator
Tour of Dubai (Old and new)
We had such an amazing time in the tour of Dubai! The lady leader was so knowledgeable, flexible and helpful during the whole tour. She explained all details about the places we visited and she made sure we took the best pictures! Also, she (and the driver) made special accompaniments for my old father (who had a wheelchair) which was nice! Definitely recommend this tour and the lady tour guide!
Response from the operator: Dear Traveler01355047401, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience on our Private Dubai City Tour. It’s great to know that your guide provided knowledgeable explanations, flexibility, and ensured you captured the best moments during your visit. We truly appreciate your kind words about the special care given to your father—it’s always our priority to make every guest feel comfortable and cared for. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with the guide and driver. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences in Dubai! Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $36 to $463
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 103
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Odyssey DMC, who run 12 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.1.
See everything Odyssey DMC runsWhy this scores 78
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Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New cost?
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Prices start at $36 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 Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New take?
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Plan for about 4.5 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 Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 293 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 Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New?
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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 Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New?
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Around 103 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 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New 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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