Your Dubai, Your Way
A tower that scrapes the sky. Islands shaped like palm fronds, built out of the sea itself. In Dubai, the impossible isn't the exception. It's the itinerary.
UAE City Tours At a Glance
City Tour Dubai
In Dubai, the impossible isn't the exception. It's the itinerary.
With City Tours UAE, explore Dubai at your pace. If you're short on time, take a half-day city tour; if you have more time, spend a full day exploring its attractions, or book a private tour with your family. Experience the nightlife when the city lights up, or book a trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or Ras Al Khaimah for a day.
From Gold markets that have been trading for centuries, still gleaming, to desert dunes and glass skylines, in Dubai, honestly, every corner has something worth stopping for. However much time you give Dubai, it gives you a trip remembering forever!
Find your tourA city of many worlds
Explore Dubai's iconic landmarks that make this Emirate one of the world's most exciting destinations. Admire the towering Burj Khalifa, visit historic landmarks, listen to the calming music at the Dubai Fountain, and see old and new Dubai at the Dubai Frame.
Creek, souks & heritage
Marina & the modern skyline
The sail-shaped architectural marvel is the world's tallest skyscraper in downtown Dubai. Its height is 2,700 feet, and it has 163 floors. The open-air viewing decks and lounges at the 124th and 125th floors offer mesmerizing panoramic views of the city and the Persian Gulf. Choose floor 148 for a premium experience. If time permits, visit Burj Khalifa to see the sunset and the skyline lit in golden hues before the city lights go up.
Dubai Museum is housed inside the Al Fahidi Fort. It displays the history of Dubai. Life-size dioramas are installed to show the everyday life of an Arab in Dubai long before the discovery of oil. You get to experience Arish, a traditional dwelling of Arabs, maritime heritage, dhows, fishing boats, defense, and weapons, which include curved daggers, 18th-century rifles, bronze cannons, and cannonballs.
It is an iconic structure that offers stunning views of Old and New Dubai. It is known as the UAE's cultural landmark. This impressive structure is 150 meters high and 95 meters wide, and resembles a huge picture frame. This is the world's largest picture frame, which shows modern landmarks such as Emirates Towers and Burj Khalifa on one side and Deira and Karama, the older parts of the city, on the other side.
Gold Souk is one of the oldest traditional markets in the Emirates. You will find 300-plus gold retailers trading in tax-free gold. Then you have the Dubai spice souk. The narrow lanes here are a feast of colors, flavors, and aromas for a culinary enthusiast. In Gold Souk, you shop for everything that glitters and shines, while in Spice Souk, you shop for saffron, traditional Middle Eastern spices, and dried fruits.
The Dubai Fountain offers a splendid display of water, light, and music in Downtown Dubai. It sits near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. Add this attraction to your evening city tour and watch the water jets sway to Arabic melodies and songs from across the world. You can sit along the waterfront or at a nearby restaurant to enjoy the view and listen to the musical concert. It offers a memorable experience for couples, families, and friends.
A visit to Global Village is like visiting ninety countries in one night. You experience cultural performances, enjoy international music, and carnival rides. Walk through the themed international pavilions to shop for souvenirs and unique handicrafts from each country. Taste the global street food of each region in this complex. This is a popular destination for an evening outing for tourists of all age groups.
Located in Dubailand district, Miracle Garden is a natural flowering garden featuring over 150 million species of flowering plants right in the middle of the arid desert. This is the world's largest garden, which houses the Dubai Butterfly Garden. The garden holds a Guinness World Record for incredible installations of pathways, Smurf village, international food courts, and more.
Located inside The Dubai Mall, it gives visitors an insight into ocean life. This is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world, where you can spend hours watching sharks, rays, and other colorful fish and aquatic life. Underwater Zoo is just above the ground floor at level 2. You will get to meet King Croc, the largest reptile in the world, Penguin Cove, otters, piranhas, and more.
Put on your most comfortable walking shoes and pull on a light sweater before you visit The Dubai Mall. It spans over 1.1 million square meters, making it one of the world's largest malls. It's a shopaholic's paradise, with over 1,200 retail stores that offer merchandise from across the globe, along with 200 restaurants and food courts. Located near Burj Khalifa, this shopping complex serves as a central hub for luxury shopping and world-class entertainment.
Dubai City Tours
Create your Dubai experience on your schedule with a tour that fits your trip.
Explore Dubai's biggest iconic landmarks without giving up your whole day. This 4-hour Dubai city tour will take you around the city to see the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, and more - with a visit to the Dubai Museum and a stop at the marina - ideal if you're short on time or just arrived.
See everything from Old Dubai’s Al Bastakiya alleys and an abra ride across the Creek to Gold and Spice Souks and the Museum of the Future, all the way to Downtown for Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. This is the ideal tour for tourists who are interested not only in the essential sites but also in their entire context and want a wholesome experience of Dubai.
Our Dubai private tours focus on you and your group. Explore the city at your own pace with a local driver. Plan your journey around the attractions you want to see, from an abra ride across Dubai Creek and visits to the Spice and Gold Souks to photo stops at Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque. You can also change the itinerary to skip any places or activities you don't want to include.
Travelling solo or as a couple? Join a small group on our half-day or full-day Dubai routes. You share an air-conditioned vehicle with a few other guests. You still get a licensed driver-guide and hotel pickup. Explore the enchanting city of Dubai with a shared option. Visit Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina & more. Same landmarks, lower cost per seat.
The city transforms at night. This tour will take you past the lit-up & illuminated Dubai Frame, JBR, the Dubai Canal, Dubai International Financial Centre and the Burj Khalifa. Enjoy the night skyline in its most Instagrammable light without the daytime crowds.
Beyond Dubai
Escape city life and discover more of the UAE with a day trip from Dubai.
Full day · 8–9 hours
Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Heritage Village, shop for dates at the local market, take photos outside Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, then drive along the Corniche and Etihad Towers.
Full day · 6 hours
See King Faisal Mosque and the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, drive along Buhaira Corniche, and browse handmade handicrafts and spices at Souk Al Markazi and the Fish Market.
Full day · 10 hours
Visit the National Museum, Al Dhayah Fort, and Jazirat Al Hamra, also known as Ghost Town. Enjoy the drive along Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest mountain.
Our Fleet
Our fleet is clean, air-conditioned, and well-maintained. Your driver is a licensed local guide who knows the scenic photo stops and local routes.
Up to 3 guests
Ideal for half-day and full-day tours.
Up to 5 guests
Ideal for private tours and day trips.
Up to 10 guests
Ideal for groups and families.
Why Choose Us?
Find out what makes planning and exploring with our local team easier.
We offer an itinerary that is curated to suit your interests and schedule. Whether it is a half-day, full-day, or evening trip, we plan the sightseeing as per your requirements.
We have licensed guides who are knowledgeable about local history and attractions and who will inform you about everything you need to know.
Our specialized vehicles come with different seating capacities to suit your needs and are designed for Dubai’s hot climate.
No extra fees. We explain all costs upfront before you book a tour package. This helps you make an informed decision.
We plan your city tour as per your travel schedule. You tell us your schedule, and we make the arrangements for you to sightsee Dubai in the morning, afternoon, or after sunset.
We offer pickup from the location you suggest and drop-off at your place of convenience. That is, if you’re in international transit, we offer to pick you up from the airport and drop you back there.
UAE City Tours knows all the routes that connect the popular attractions in Dubai. Well-planned routes help reduce unnecessary travel time and allow you to enjoy and experience Dubai city better.
We offer private tours for a personal experience with your family and friends. If you are short on time, or want to spend more time enjoying one attraction, book a private tour.
We help plan family-kid-friendly sightseeing itineraries. You name it, and we have it scheduled to suit your convenience and preferences. We make sure that you visit popular landmarks and make stops for Instagrammable photoshoots.
Our tour representative will hand-hold you to help you decide on the package that is suitable for you. Our booking process is simple and offers you clear information about the various packages.
We are available on WhatsApp. Any queries you post will be answered within 15 minutes. Our team will help plan your itinerary, provide clear price details, and give a list of inclusions and non-inclusions.
Clear from the start
At booking, we clearly explain what's included in your Dubai City Tour package.
Licensed tour guideProfessional guides can speak English, Hindi, Arabic, and other languages.
Air-conditioned vehiclesA well-serviced, maintained, air-conditioned vehicle for your tour.
Pick-up & drop-offRound-trip transfers for Dubai city tour packages.
Complimentary refreshmentsTwo half-litre water bottles as a welcome drink.
–Entry ticketsTickets for attractions are paid by guests.
–MealsFood is not included; routes have stops at local restaurants.
–Personal expensesSouvenir shopping and other personal expenses are not included.
A Tour for Every Traveller
We offer city tour packages for every kind of traveller, schedule, and preference.
Families with Kids
Our Dubai City Tours packages offer services for families with children. No travel fee for children up to 5 years. For children up to 12, there is a nominal fee, and children above 12 will be considered adults.
Plan your tourBuild your own custom Dubai tour plan
We'll shape the route around them.
Ask a question, check a date, or change a pickup time. We aim to reply within 15 minutes.
Guides who speak your language
Tell us what language you speak when you book. We have multilingual drivers.
Fast replies on WhatsApp
Ask a question, check a date, or change a pickup time. You get a real person, quickly.
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Have some hours to spare, or maybe even a few days? Let us customize the experience for you - to your liking and preferences. Forget the conventional tours and see the real UAE instead. Share your details, and our team will get back to you shortly with the best options.
Trusted by travellers on every route
Feedback from guests who explored Dubai and the Emirates with us.
“We did the full day tour last Tuesday, and it was honestly the highlight of our trip. Our guide Tariq knew all the best spots to beat the crowds at the Museum of the Future, and the lunch spot was genuinely good local food. Only thing is it was a super long day and my feet hurt by 4 pm haha, but totally worth it!”
“Hired the SUV for a family of four. My parents can't walk too fast, so the private car option was a lifesaver. The driver was very patient with us and let us change the schedule a bit to spend more time at the gold souk. Car was ice cold and very clean. Will book again when we visit Abu Dhabi.”
“We only had a 6-hour layover before heading home to Australia and wanted to see the Burj Khalifa without stress. Pickup was right on time at the airport terminal. Saw all the main sights and got dropped back safely. Driver was polite and gave great photo tips.”
“Omg the night tour is a must-do! Dubai looks completely different when everything is lit up. We got some amazing photos of the Dubai Frame. For 99 AED, it is an absolute steal. Loved every second of it!”
“Decided to escape the glitz of Dubai for a day and see Sharjah instead. The Museum of Islamic Civilization was fascinating and much quieter. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history. Only minor complaint was traffic coming back into Dubai, but otherwise a smooth ride.”
“Booked the RAK tour because we wanted to see something different from skyscrapers. Al Dhayah Fort and the ghost town were super cool and eerie! The drive up Jebel Jais Mountain took a while, but the view at the top made up for it. Driver was safe on the winding roads. Highly recommend if you want an adventure!”
FAQs
We can pick you up from your hotel, place of stay, or private residence. If you're in transit, pickup can be arranged from the airport or an airport hotel.
Yes. A private tour is flexible. Contact us in advance or discuss your preferred route with your driver.
On a shared group tour, you travel with other guests. Night and private tours use a private vehicle for your booking.
For private car tours, during high season, and if you want to see sunset at a beach, we advise booking at least 24 hours in advance.
Wear comfortable footwear and clothes. Bring a camera, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, your mobile phone, and a power bank.
No. Entry tickets are not included. If you'd like to go inside Burj Khalifa, you need to buy a ticket. Mention it when booking and we can help arrange tickets.
Yes. We offer private and small-group options for one or two people.
Half-day tours take around four to five hours and focus on key landmarks. Full-day tours last around nine hours and include more time for stops and meal breaks.
Yes, we operate year-round. During Ramadan, the schedule may change slightly to allow for prayer stops.
Cancel at least 24 hours before the trip for no cancellation charge. A charge may apply to cancellations made later.