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Meet your guide in Deira, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Dubai, and head inside Bait Al Banat Women’s Museum to learn about women in the UAE as well as local culture and traditions. Browse an extensive collection of burqas, traditional dresses and photos, and learn how daily life for Emirati women has changed over the years.
The museum is close to Deira’s bustling Gold Souk, where you'll head to next to hear haggling tips from your guide to help you bargain. The colorful market is home to hundreds of stalls selling an impressive array of gold jewelry; even if you’re not in the market for shopping, a scout around the souk’s different alleyways is a must.
Continue to the port and hop aboard an abra (traditional water taxi) to cross Dubai Creek, admiring the glitzy modern buildings jutting up from the waterfront. Step back onto dry land on the Bur Dubai side of the creek and take a stroll through one of the heritage villages to learn about the country’s traditional culture. See recreated architecture and learn about the UAE’s pearl-hunting heritage – an activity that established trading in the area – while enjoying local sweets and authentic Emirati snacks.
Wander out of the village and take a ride on the metro to experience the slick and modern side of the city – Dubai’s metro service is renowned as one of the most efficient in the world. Hop off at Dubai Mall, and then finish your tour with a photo stop outside Burj Khalifa – one of the world’s tallest towers.
