The saltwater stream, Dubai Creek divides the city into two parts namely Deira and Bur Dubai. Deira is a place that reflect a rich lifestyle whereas Bur Dubai attracts visitors from all around the world for its cultural significance. The meaning of Bur Dubai is ‘Mainland Dubai’ is a home to famous mosques which includes the Grand Mosque with city’s tallest minaret, eye catching blue tiled Iranian mosque, and the country’s one and only Hindu Temple. Other than sacred places Bur Dubai also have several places to explore. Bastakia Quarter is the oldest architecture constructed in Bur Dubai in 19th century which reflect the Persian cultural heritage. You can walk through the streets and go for sightseeing of the various restored buildings and picturesque monuments. Hence Bur Dubai is that one city which will make your vacation stands out from your rest of visit at emirate Dubai. Here we mention out the top 10 things to do in Bur Dubai.
10 things to do in Bur Dubai
For all those interested in history and culture of Dubai must visit Bur Dubai to know more about its rich heritage and tradition. Things to do in bur Dubai will go for a long list, here we mention out the top things you must do once you are here.
1.Visit at Old Souk
You must visit Old souk which is also called as textile souk once you are here. This restored traditional bazaar is lined up with buildings that are arched by wooden roof which gives a cool atmosphere from the scorching heat of the sun. This bazaar has a commercial importance since it had started. You can find footwear to jewelry and souvenirs to amazing handicrafts.It offers its visitors wide choices to choose from and you can definitely go for a bargain as it works here.
2.Explore Al Fahidi Street
Al Fahidi Street which is located at Bur Dubai’s is a busy street that engages the people all time. The place is lined with shops selling clothing, shoes and jewelry along with other places stacked high with mobile phones and watches. You must visit here at night to have the exact fun. The whole streets gets overrun with sightseers, shoppers and laborers who comes after their duty for just getting some cool breeze which is a sort of sanitized version of the Subcontinent.
3.Meena Bazaar heaven for shopaholics
The intersection of area with the eastern end of street and nearby Al Hisn Street is often referred as Meena Bazaar. It is a place where you can go for shopping like royals in their era did. The place is a center for the textile industry where shops are stuffed with colorful dresses all around the bazaar. At the end of shopping you can have food at Indian restaurants for few dirhams.
4.The Majlis Gallery
Another exciting thing to do is to visit The Majlis Gallery when you are at Bur Dubai. This little gallery is loved by both artists as well as art lovers which is located at Al Fahadi area. It was opened in the year 1989. This gallery hosted various exhibitions over the years which are being a great place for the aspiring artists to visit.
5.Dubai Dolphinarium
You can next head to this perfect family getaway spot known as Dubai Dolphinarium. Go for a scuba dive with the intelligent and friendly creatures at the largest dolphin habitat in the world.You can play and click your photos with these well trained lovely creatures. This attraction is located at the edge of Bur Dubai where you can witness the belly rides on trained dolphins to bird shows. In addition to it, place also offers other fun activities. Some of them are mirror maze,seal show, VR rides, a 5D and 7D cinema and an indoor trampoline. Please note that try to avoid your visit on Sundays as it remained closed. You can also head on to the nearby souvenir shop after the dolphin show.
6.Zabeel Park
Zabeel Park is the perfect stopover to have a weekend fun with the family at Bur Dubai. It comes with a vast area that includes a fitness Centre,sports courts, jogging track and wide green spot. It is created as an amusement complex for kids. The park has famed name for the technology driven activities. The entry pass fees for the adults are AED 5 and kids under 2 years old has a free pass.
7.Dubai Museum
If you want to stop at a spot on your tour and want to visit a place where you can catch up with culture and history of emirate then it is Dubai Museum. Dubai museum had occupied itself at the old Al Fahidi fort which is the oldest building in Dubai. It was also used as a residence of ruling sheikh and then being converted into a museum in the year 1971. In this preserved site you get an opportunity to see how people lived in different eras.
8.Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding
It is an institution that offers speech and lectures on Islam and the United Arab Emirates. These lectures are usually delivered by the residents who shed light on their tradition and culture. This is a best opportunity to know the culture in a different way. They also serve breakfasts with traditional Arabic style in two days in a week.
9.Creek Park
Creek Park is the second largest park at Dubai which is amuses its visitors. This park covers nearly to 96 hectares of the land. The park is adorned by the well-tended grass and fully bloomed botanical gardens. Creek Park is ideal for a picnic spot. A children’s play area make it an attractive place for a family outing.
10.Dhow Cruise
The list is not end yet, if you want to end your day then go for a dining at the Dhow cruise. It is also a way to experience the Dubai creek. You must take a ride in traditional style decorated Dhow at night which features breath-taking views of the creek. A ride is accompanied by a buffet dinner on the waters with a selection of various international and traditional dishes on offer.
