Old Dubai: Al Fahidi's Wind Towers and the Creek
75 min · 2 km · easy
Roamer has 2 self-guided history walking tours in Dubai. Every one is free to start: the introduction and first stop play in full, and every later stop plays a short preview before you pay. They run from about 50 to 75 minutes and 1.3 to 2 km on foot, with GPS-triggered narration you control at your own pace.
History walking tours in Dubai
| Tour | Length | Distance | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Shindagha: The Rulers' Quarter Rebuilt by the Creek | 50 min | 1.3 km | 11 |
| Old Dubai: Al Fahidi's Wind Towers and the Creek | 75 min | 2 km | 11 |
What each tour covers
Hear a stop from this walk
Dubai Old Souq Abra Station
- Al Shindagha: The Rulers' Quarter Rebuilt by the Creek: From the covered Bur Dubai Souk past the abras and the Shindagha watchtower, north along the creek past the rebuilt Perfume House and Al Maktoum Residence to Shindagha Point, the quarter's last open ground.
- Old Dubai: Al Fahidi's Wind Towers and the Creek: From Al Seef's new heritage-style lanes on Dubai Creek into the wind-tower lanes of the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, past Al Fahidi Fort, the Grand Mosque's minaret and the Krishna temple's lane to the Dubai Old Souq abra landing.
How much do these tours cost?
Every history tour in Dubai is free to preview. A single tour is $4.99 for lifetime access, and a 30-day pass covering every Roamer tour is $19.99. There is no group, no start time, and no tip.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best history walking tours in Dubai?
- Roamer has 2 self-guided history walking tours in Dubai: Al Shindagha: The Rulers' Quarter Rebuilt by the Creek and Old Dubai: Al Fahidi's Wind Towers and the Creek. Each is free to start.
- How much does a history walking tour in Dubai cost?
- Free to preview, then $4.99 per tour for lifetime access. A 30-day pass covering every tour is $19.99.
- How long are the Dubai history tours?
- About 50 to 75 minutes, covering 1.3 to 2 km on foot. You set the pace and can pause any time.
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Old Dubai: Al Fahidi's Wind Towers and the Creek
75 min · 2 km · easy
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