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Half Day Dubai City Sightseeing Tour

5.0(21 reviews)Dubai, United Arab EmiratesOperated by Efficient Tourism
  • Duration4 hours – 5 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Tour Dubai in search of its historical sights and famous icons and visit the oldest building in the city Stop by and take photos at Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque or witness Burj Khalifa, currently the tallest building in the world from a distance. Enjoy seeing these iconic locations around Dubai and experience the city's history and modern advancements Travel conveniently with round trip hotel transfers and transport via a comfortable vehicle during your tour

What to expect

4 hours – 5 hours12 stopsPrivate tour
  1. Zabeel Palace

    Zaa'beel Palace St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 minutesAdmission not included

    Zabeel Palace is the official residence of the Al Maktoum family, the ruling family of Dubai. Located in the Zabeel district, it serves as both a royal residence and an administrative headquarters.

  2. Dubai Frame

    Zabeel Park zone A, gate number 4, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 minutesAdmission not included

    The Dubai Frame is a striking architectural landmark situated in Zabeel Park, Dubai. Standing at 150 meters tall and 93 meters wide, it holds the title of the world's largest picture frame.

  3. Pass by

    Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood is a historic district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The construction of the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood dates back to the 1890s. In its prime, the locality was capable of 60 housing units, most of which were separated by narrow, winding lanes.

  4. Bur Dubai Abra Station

    32 3 A St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    20 minutesAdmission included

    The Bur Dubai Abra Station is a popular attraction in Dubai and offers visitors a unique experience of traditional boat rides across the Dubai Creek.

  5. Gold Souk

    Old Baladiya St, Sikkad Al Khail Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 minutes

    Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk, is a traditional market in Dubai, UAE. The souk is located in Dubai's commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Ras. The souk consists of over 380 retailers, most of whom are jewelry traders.

  6. Dubai Spice Souk

    26 34 St, Al Ras, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 minutes

    Dubai Spice Souk or the Old Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Spice Souk is located in Deira, in eastern Dubai, and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The Spice Souk is in the locality of Al Ras, on Baniyas Street.

  7. Jumeirah Mosque

    Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    Jumeirah Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Construction began in 1976; the mosque is built in the traditional Fatimid style which originated from Syria and Egypt. Opened in 1979, the Jumeirah Mosque visit has been a key activity under the 'Open Doors. Open Minds.'

  8. Burj Al Arab

    3 Jumeirah Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 minutesAdmission not included

    Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is undoubtedly one of the most famous landmarks and tourist attractions in Dubai, and is renowned for its 'seven-star status'. The luxury record-breaking all-suite hotel includes a range of fine-dining restaurants, incredible beaches and the expansive Burj Al Arab Terrace. Since its opening in 1999, the Burj Al Arab has played host to a covetable guest list of VIPs and celebrities from all over the world, helping put Dubai on the global luxury tourism map. Built on its own island, the sail-shaped building rises 321m, providing guests with amazing room views of the Arabian Gulf. Photo Stop From Outside Only

  9. Palm Jumeirah

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    The tree-shaped Palm Jumeirah island is known for glitzy hotels, posh apartment towers and upmarket global restaurants. Food trucks offering snacks like shawarma dot the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk, popular for its views of the Dubai coastline and the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel. Beach clubs with spas and infinity pools turn into boisterous nightclubs with live DJs in the evening

  10. The Dubai Mall

    Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    Dubai Mall is a shopping mall in Dubai. It is the second largest mall in the world after the Iran Mall by total land area, and the 26th-largest shopping mall in the world by gross leasable area, tying with West Edmonton Mall and Fashion Island —both of which are older than it.

  11. Dubai Marina

    Al Marsa St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    Dubai Marina is an affluent residential neighborhood known for The Beach at JBR, a leisure complex with al fresco dining and sandy stretches to relax on. Smart cafes and pop-up craft markets line waterside promenade Dubai Marina Walk, while Dubai Marina Mall is packed with chain and luxury fashion brands. Upscale yachts cruise through the large man-made marina, where activities range from jet-skiing to skydiving.

  12. United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    The Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai prior to its inauguration in 2010, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is known for being the world's tallest building.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 1 hour before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations720

The operator lists 720 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Le Wana HotelSt. 4th, Opposite Al Ghurair Mall, Near Union Metro Station, Exit 2, Dubai, 2760, United Arab Emirates
  • Sapphire Hotel ApartmentsSheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Reflections HotelAl Jaddaf, Near Al Jadaf Metro Station, Dubai, 30531, United Arab Emirates
  • Coral Park Hotel ApartmentAl Muraqqabat Rd, P.O.BOX 82999, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Park Regis Kris Kin HotelSheikh Khalifah Bin Zayed St, Opp Burjuman Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Rove Bur Dubai - Healthcare City19th B Street, Dubai, 119440, United Arab Emirates
  • SLS Dubai Hotel & ResidencesMarasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai, 124862, United Arab Emirates
  • Copthorne Hotel DubaiPort Saeed - Deira, Deira, Dubai, 119311, United Arab Emirates
  • Carlton Downtown HotelSheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Armani HotelSheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Blvd, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Canopy By Hilton Dubai Al SeefAl Seef Street, Umm Hurair 1, Dubai Creek, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Dolphin Hotel ApartmentsKhalid Bin Al Waleed Rd, Metro Station Meena Bazaar - 90 - 92, Next To Al Fahidi, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Majestic Premier HotelKhalid Bin Al Waleed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & TowersBaniyas Street, P.O. Box 4250, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Aloft by Marriott Dubai Airport51st Street, Garhoud, P.O. Box 10001, Dubai, 10001, United Arab Emirates
  • Quality Inn HorizonAl Rigga Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Deebaj Al Khabisi Plaza4 45 A St, 8b Street, 12, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Hyatt Place Dubai Al RiggaAl Rigga Road, Dubai, 33178, United Arab Emirates
  • Hyatt Centric Jumeirah DubaiJumeirah, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, 53450, United Arab Emirates
  • Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl DistrictAl Wasl District, Near Al Ghurair Mall, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Citymax Hotel Bur DubaiKuwait Street, Mankhool Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Pearl Swiss HotelAl Rigga Road, Behind Commercial Bank Building, Dubai, 100022, United Arab Emirates
  • Piccadilly HotelBaniyas Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Deebaj Al Nakheel Hotel Apartments33rd St, Al Muraqqabat, Near Al Ghurair City, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Green Desert HotelAl Muraqqabat Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite HotelAl Jaddaf, Dubai, 122382, United Arab Emirates
  • Manhattan Avenue HotelAl Mankhool Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai, 33501, United Arab Emirates
  • City Avenue HotelAl Muteena Street, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Wave International HotelSabkha Street, Opposite Al Sabka Bus Station, Dubai, 57636, United Arab Emirates
  • Smana Hotel Al RiqaAl Rigga Al Rigga Rd, 26b Street, 31; Al Muraqqabat, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Sadaf Delmon HotelStreet # 36A, Al Riqqa, Deira, Behind Taj Hotel, Dubai, 21969, United Arab Emirates
  • OYO 350 Al Rabia117 - 187, Al Mussalah Road, Dubai, 27760, United Arab Emirates
  • Dorus HotelOmar Bin Al Khattab St, Naif; P.O. Box No: 34296, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Hyde Park Hotel16 Al Raffa, Al Souq, Bur Dubai, Near Al Gubaiba Bus Station, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Somewhere Apartment HotelDubai, 113562, United Arab Emirates
  • Sun and Sands Plaza HotelAl Musalla Road, Near Baniyas Square Metro Station, Dubai, 55808, United Arab Emirates
  • Ramee Dream HotelAl Asayel Street, Opp. Bay Square - Business Bay, Dubai, 00000, United Arab Emirates
  • Tulip Creek Hotel Apartments4 34 Street, Port Saeed, Opposite Business Village, Near Clock Tower, Dubai, 11402, United Arab Emirates
  • The Meydan HotelAl Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Odessa Hotel27, 25B St, Naif, Dubai, 73002, United Arab Emirates
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

We will Provide Pickup And Drop Service From Your Hotel/Location In Dubai.

Redemption

Kindly show your booking confirmation voucher to the guest at the time of pickup,

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Entry/Admission - Bur Dubai Abra Station
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Drop Off Optional to Dubai mall or back to the hotel.
  • Parking Fees

Not included

  • Airport/Departure Tax
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Burj Al Arab

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • 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

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 6 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Traveler (0–120)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 12 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Dubai
Product code
370186P6

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 521 reviews
  • 521

Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (21).

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