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Top 15 Guided Tours in the UAE

24 tours  ·  from $9 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 guided tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride - Starting with coffee at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant
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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

1.Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7,170 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $9Our pick

Meet your guide at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant for Arabic coffee, dates, and a look at UAE history. Walk Al Fahidi and Al Seef, cross Dubai Creek by abra, then browse the Spice and Gold Souks. Guides such as Ahmed, Khan, Zee, and Hossam are known for clear cultural explanations. Premium options add a generous food tasting.

“Rarely do this but going to take my time to leave a review. This tour was worth our time. I think I paid 6 pounds per person. Absolutely worth it. The coffees, teas, Samosa, dates and this other sweet dish. Zeeshan our guide deserves a para of his own haha. He was quite dedicated to the tour. Showed us everything with so much enthusiasm and was a genuine personality. He encouraged us to keep asking questions and had an answer to everything we asked. From beginning till the end he had full energy. Loved the tour with him. I agree with what he said “Zee is the best tour guide…”

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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour - Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach: a quick start
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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

2.Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,980 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $49

You’ll travel by air-conditioned vehicle from your Dubai hotel to the Burj Al Arab, Museum of the Future, Blue Mosque, Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi, and Al Khayma Heritage House. Add the Dubai Frame ticket for city views. Guides such as Iqbal, Hossam, José, and Riz are praised for clear history, humor, and helpful photos.

“Iqbal was very interesting . thanks you for this day 👍”

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Dubai: Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras - Starting at Jumeirah Beach Hotel
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Dubai: Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras

3.Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,262 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $67

Join an English-speaking guide for a 90-minute visit inside Dubai’s Burj Al Arab. Ride a buggy from Jumeirah Beach Hotel, receive an Emirati welcome, see the atrium, Experience Suite, Royal Suites, and 25th-floor views. Optional extras include a 24-karat gold cappuccino or a drink at UMA Lounge.

“Great day in the desert with Sadiq as guide. The quad bikes are a highlight but so is the meal and the show. Getting sideways on the sand dunes was also a lot for fun.”

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Abu Dhabi tour from Dubai small group with guide, Grand Mosque - Entering the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
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Abu Dhabi tour from Dubai small group with guide, Grand Mosque

4.Abu Dhabi tour from Dubai small group with guide, Grand Mosque

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,286 reviews · from $46

Spend about 10 hours touring Abu Dhabi from Dubai in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. See the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan if selected, Heritage Village, Yas Island, Ferrari World, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Corniche. Lunch is at your own cost, and hotel pickup depends on your Dubai location.

“This tour includes lot of knowledge, and a lot of sites visit includes historical and modern city. DO THIS TOUR it is worth. It’s not just the mosque visit there are dozens of other attractive tourist sites. It was my dream to visit our great grandfathers house the Abrahamic house, it is the symbol of secularize and religious harmony that shows the world the co- existence of various religion with peace. I salute this nation for their efforts to bring sand mountain to one of most beautiful cities on earth. Our guide Whiskey was very good guide & knowledgeable, and it was a well-planned tour, WELL, MAINTAINED & AIR-CONDITIONED MINI…”

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Dubai Marina: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Speedboat - Picking the 30, 75, or 99-minute route
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Dubai Marina: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Speedboat

5.Guided Sightseeing Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,914 reviews · 30 - 99 minutes · from $26

Set out from Dubai Marina on a fast RIB boat with an English-speaking guide and captain. Choose a 30, 75, or 99-minute route, then pass Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, and Madinat Jumeirah. Guides such as John, Gian, and Ruben are known for useful commentary and taking excellent photos.

“the guide was excellent very informative at every step of the activity.”

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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride - Starting with coffee at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant
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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

6.Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,664 reviews · from $17Top rated

Walk from Al Fahidi Historic District to Dubai Creek, stopping for Arabic coffee, dates, Emirati snacks, and heritage stories. You’ll ride a traditional abra, browse the Spice and Gold Souks, and finish in Deira. Guides such as Khan, Abdul, and Maaz Khan are praised for clear explanations and help with bargaining, though group organization can vary.

“Maaz Khan was our tour guide. He was absolutely fantastic—knowledgeable, patient, and highly professional. Throughout the tour, he shared insightful details about Dubai’s rich history and culture, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. His friendly demeaRead more”

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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour - Arriving at the mosque
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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour

7.Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,472 reviews · from $59

Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in an air-conditioned vehicle, then tour Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with a licensed guide. Expect about 5 to 6 hours, hotel pickup, cultural explanations, photo time, and an abaya with scarf for women who need one. Guides such as Nasser, Ibrahim, Hamza, and Masood are praised for clear explanations and helpful photos.

“Great tour guide, very detailed and attentive. Provided great insight about mosque and was very personable.”

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Dubai Desert Trail: Guided Quad/Polaris and Red Dunes Safari - The safety briefing comes first
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Dubai Desert Trail: Guided Quad/Polaris and Red Dunes Safari

8.Dubai Desert Trail: Guided Quad/Polaris and Red Dunes Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,059 reviews · from $78

Travel from Dubai to the Lahbab Red Dunes for a guided one-hour Yamaha quad or Polaris RZR ride, followed by 45 minutes of 4x4 dune bashing, sandboarding, a short camel ride, and a photo stop. Guides such as Awais, Shari, Muhram Ali, and Najeeb are praised for safe driving and helpful photos.

“I had a fab time on this trip, the guide was brilliant (Sajid) very informative and great us a completely chilled out feeling -nothing was an issue ,highly recommend this guide 5 star service 👍”

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Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour + BAPS Mandir Visit, guide transfer - Emirates Palace and the Corniche: Grand Views, Short Stops
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Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour + BAPS Mandir Visit, guide transfer

9.Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour + BAPS Mandir Visit, guide transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 963 reviews · from $36

Spend about 11 hours traveling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi by air-conditioned vehicle, with stops at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Yas Island, Qasr Al Hosn, Heritage Village, Marina Mall, and BAPS Hindu Mandir when open. Guides such as Ali Javed, Adil, and Vishal have earned strong praise, but the packed schedule can feel rushed.

“The guide Adil was very knowledgeable and friendly. Ferrari world visit was a surprise as it was not part of the original itinerary. Well managed trip and worth the money spent.”

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Dubai Marina Guided Sightseeing High-Speed Boat Tour - Starting at Dubai Marina Walk
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Dubai Marina Guided Sightseeing High-Speed Boat Tour

10.Dubai Marina Guided Sightseeing High-Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 830 reviews · from $41

Take a 60 to 99 minute high-speed RIB ride from Dubai Marina with a skipper and guide. You will pass Bluewaters Island, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, royal palaces, and Dubai Lagoon, with photo stops and bottled water included. Guides such as Ruben, John, and William are praised for safe driving and helpful photos.

“If you’re only in Dubai for one day do this as part of your trip, a great way to see Dubai Marina and the amazing hotels on the Palm all the way to the Atlantis. The tour guide was very informative of the area and the speed of the boat was exhilarating.”

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Dubai: Old & Modern Guided Half-Day City Tour - Burj Al Arab: a quick beachside photo stop
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Dubai: Old & Modern Guided Half-Day City Tour

11.Old & Modern Guided Half-Day City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 804 reviews · 5 hours · from $49

See Dubai’s modern icons and older quarters in one guided, five-hour outing. You’ll stop at Burj Al Arab, the Museum of the Future, Blue Mosque, Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi, and Dubai Creek, with hotel pickup, an abra ride, and Arabic coffee at Al Khayma. Guides such as Iqbal, Zeeshan, and Hossam are known for clear stories and helpful photographs.

“Iquibal was an excellent guide. Loved everything about this tour. Great value for money. I highly recommend this company”

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Dubai: Sightseeing Speedboat Tour with Live Tour Guide - Choosing between 60 and 90 minutes
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Dubai: Sightseeing Speedboat Tour with Live Tour Guide

12.Sightseeing Speedboat Tour with Live Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 754 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $26

Choose a 60-minute Marina, JBR, Bluewaters, and Ain Dubai ride, or take the 90-minute route to Atlantis and Burj Al Arab. Your English-speaking guide points out landmarks, takes photos, supplies bottled water, and adds music to the fast open-water run. Maria, Aron, Jessica, and other guides have earned praise for friendly care and excellent photos.

“5pm Nov 9th tour -> Captain Jessica and guide Maria (sorry if I got this wrong) were absolutely amazing. Could not have had a better experience. Both were so friendly and welcoming. Maria took so many photos of us (all much better than I could have taken) and kept offering us water if we wanted some. Jessica made sure and kept the boat smooth when going slow so that we didn’t rock, but when going fast she made sure we felt every bump and wave. Such good fun and a great way to see so many of the key sites from the water.”

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Dubai: City Tour with Professional Guide in Luxury Car - Dubai Creek and Al Seef: useful context beside the water
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Dubai: City Tour with Professional Guide in Luxury Car

13.City Tour with Professional Guide in Luxury Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 539 reviews · 5 hours · from $81

Spend five hours seeing Dubai’s old markets, Creek, mosques, beaches, Palm Jumeirah, Marina, Dubai Mall, and Burj Khalifa from a comfortable luxury car. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving, explains the city, and can often adjust the pace. Guides such as Jacob, Irshad, Thansar, and Basheer are praised for clear explanations and helpful photo stops.

“Our driver Irshad was excellent, friendly, professional and possed a wealth of knowledge about Dubai. He accommodated all our special requests and he adapted the tour to our liking. Excellent experience!”

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Full-Day Abu Dhabi City Guided Tour from Dubai - The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque deserves the most time
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Full-Day Abu Dhabi City Guided Tour from Dubai

14.Full-Day Abu Dhabi City Guided Tour from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 508 reviews · from $83

Travel from your Dubai hotel to Abu Dhabi with a guide such as Bilal, stopping at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Corniche, Emirates Palace, a dates shop, and Ferrari World. The mosque visit is included, while Ferrari World and several city sights are photo stops. Lunch is not included.

“Great experience. Enough time to enjoy each place we visited. Our tour guide Bilal was very knowledgeable and shared good information with us during the entire tour.”

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Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour - Al Fahidi’s lanes, homes, and galleries
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Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour

15.Authentic Old Dubai, Souks, Tastings & local boat Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $27

Start near the Arabian Tea House and walk through Al Seef, Al Fahidi, Dubai Creek, and the Old, Spice, and Gold Souks. Your licensed guide may be Anis, Heichem, Cindy, Ahmed, Mustafa, or another team member. Expect local tastings, traditional tea or coffee, chocolate, spice samples, and a short Abra ride. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours.

“We had such a great time on this tour! Our tour guide was so kind, knowledgable, and willing to answer questions. We had a group who spoke multiple languages and our guide was so eager to repeat himself in different languages if needed. We loved how the tour showed us multiple different areas, from the historical neighborhoods and homes, the boat ride across the canal, and the different Souks. I would recommend this tour to anyone and we thank our guide again for being so hospitable, knowledgable and kind.”

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