Viator dubai shopping | Dubai Tours & Activities
Viator offers several guided shopping experiences in Dubai, making it easier for you to explore the best shopping districts and iconic malls in the city. Whether you're looking for luxury goods, traditional souvenirs, or unique local finds, here are some popular shopping tours and experiences available through Viator in Dubai:
1. Dubai Shopping Tour with Personal Shopper
- Description: Get the ultimate shopping experience with a personal shopper who will take you to Dubai's most famous malls, including The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and more. Your personal shopper can help you navigate the malls, find great deals, and give you style advice.
- Duration: 4–5 hours.
- Highlights: Personalized shopping advice, access to luxury boutiques, exclusive deals, mall tours.
2. Dubai Gold Souk and Spice Souk Tour
- Description: Explore the traditional markets of Old Dubai, including the famous Dubai Gold Souk, where you can shop for gold jewelry, and the Spice Souk, where you can find a variety of spices, herbs, and local products. You’ll be guided through the bustling souks and can haggle for the best prices.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Highlights: Traditional souk shopping, gold jewelry, spices, and textiles, local atmosphere.
3. Shopping Tour of Dubai Outlet Mall
- Description: Visit Dubai Outlet Mall, where you’ll find high-end brands and designer goods at discounted prices. The outlet mall is home to brands like Nike, Adidas, Coach, and more. This tour is perfect for bargain hunters who want to score great deals.
- Duration: 4–5 hours.
- Highlights: Discounted designer brands, spacious shopping environment, air-conditioned comfort.
4. Souk Madinat Jumeirah Shopping Experience
- Description: The Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a modern take on a traditional Arabian market, offering a mix of high-end boutiques, art galleries, jewelry shops, and local handicrafts. You’ll get a chance to shop while enjoying views of the waterways and the iconic Burj Al Arab in the background.
- Duration: 2–3 hours.
- Highlights: Traditional market with modern luxury, scenic views of the Burj Al Arab, local crafts.
5. Dubai Mall and Fashion Avenue Tour
- Description: Dubai Mall is not just a shopping center but an experience in itself, with over 1,200 shops, ranging from luxury brands to high street labels. Fashion Avenue inside the mall is home to some of the world’s most prestigious brands. This guided tour will help you navigate this shopping haven, especially if you're looking to splurge on luxury fashion items.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Highlights: Luxury fashion brands, top designers, guided shopping assistance.
6. Traditional Souks and Dubai Creek Boat Ride
- Description: Combine shopping with culture by visiting the Dubai Creek area, where you'll explore the traditional Gold Souk, Spice Souk, and the Textile Souk. You'll also experience an old-fashioned Abra boat ride across the creek for a more authentic Dubai shopping experience.
- Duration: 4–5 hours.
- Highlights: Gold, spices, textiles, abra ride across Dubai Creek, local markets.
7. Alserkal Avenue Art and Shopping Tour
- Description: Alserkal Avenue is Dubai's cultural district, featuring art galleries, concept stores, and design boutiques. If you're interested in art, design, or contemporary fashion, this tour will take you to some of the most creative shopping spots in Dubai.
- Duration: 3 hours.
- Highlights: Art galleries, fashion boutiques, lifestyle stores, and modern culture.
8. Dubai Marina Shopping and Dining Tour
- Description: The Dubai Marina Mall offers a range of shopping experiences from casual fashion outlets to luxury brands. After shopping, you can enjoy dining at one of the many waterfront restaurants. This tour combines shopping with a relaxing atmosphere by the marina.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Highlights: Waterfront shopping, dining by the marina, casual shopping.
9. Vintage Shopping Tour in Dubai
- Description: For those interested in retro and vintage items, this specialized tour takes you to some of Dubai’s hidden vintage and thrift stores, where you can find unique, second-hand fashion, accessories, and home decor. Perfect for treasure hunters and sustainable shoppers.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Highlights: Vintage fashion, unique items, sustainable shopping.
10. Luxury Shopping Tour to Mall of the Emirates
- Description: If you're looking for high-end luxury shopping, this tour will take you to Mall of the Emirates, home to brands like Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and more. You’ll also have time to explore Ski Dubai if you're interested in a quick winter sports experience in the mall.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Highlights: High-end shopping, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, indoor skiing experience.
11. Private Shopping Tour with VIP Access
- Description: For a truly luxurious shopping experience, this private tour offers VIP access to exclusive boutiques, personal shopper assistance, and the opportunity to shop in complete privacy. This tour can be tailored to your preferences, whether you’re looking for designer fashion, watches, jewelry, or rare finds.
- Duration: 4–6 hours.
- Highlights: VIP shopping experience, personal shopper, private access to luxury stores.
12. Dubai Souk Shopping and Traditional Lunch
- Description: Experience the vibrant souks of Old Dubai, including the Gold Souk and Spice Souk, and then enjoy a traditional Emirati lunch at a local restaurant. It’s a combination of shopping, culture, and authentic local cuisine.
- Duration: 4 hours.
- Highlights: Gold, spices, textiles, authentic Emirati cuisine.
General Shopping Tips for Dubai:
- Tax Refunds: If you're a tourist, you may be eligible for VAT refunds on eligible purchases. Be sure to ask for a Tax Free form when shopping.
- Bargaining: Bargaining is common in the souks but generally not in the malls.
- Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates: These are two of the biggest and most luxurious malls in the city, offering a wide range of global brands, fine dining, and entertainment options.
These Viator tours make it easy for you to explore Dubai's diverse shopping scene, whether you're looking to splurge on high-end brands, hunt for bargains, or enjoy the traditional charm of local markets.
