Coffee, dates, local dishes and dessert are included as breakfast, lunch or dinner; no transport, you make your own way there. 4.87 from 178 reviews at €32 per person for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #33 of 43 in Old Dubai & Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Cultural BreakfastThe page price | Join us for a traditional Emirati Meal & Talk at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding in the ambiance of our windtower home in Old Dubai . | €32 |
| Cultural Lunch | Join us for a traditional Emirati Meal & Talk at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding in the ambiance of our windtower home in Old Dubai . | €36 |
| Cultural Dinner | Join us for a traditional Emirati Meal & Talk at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding in the ambiance of our windtower home in Old Dubai . | €40 |
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98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 174 of 178
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Our cultural meals are hosted at the SMCCU in a traditional wind-tower house in the Al Fahidi neighbourhood, are an excellent opportunity to learn within an informal environment. The topics of discussion are generated by questions from the guests and lead by one of our cultural presenters. The programme is designed to be entertaining, educational and informative. Topics include Arabic culture, Islam and its impact on local culture, cultural values and sensitivities, important Arabic greetings and expressions as well as insightful anecdotes.
1h 30m · Admission includedEnjoy an Authentic Emirati Meal and Cultural Talk in the one of the oldest areas of Dubai, Al Fahidi Al Bastakiya Historical District in our traditional wind tower courtyard. The Meal starts with Arabic Coffee and Dates and is followed by a selection of Emirati local dishes and desert featuring Ligamat and date syrup. After the meal your host or hostess will serve up tea and talk in our Landmark "Open doors. Open minds." cultural exchange. Guests are encouraged to ask questions about local culture and as our motto suggests, no question is off limits. The session concludes with an explanation of the local dress, and guests are welcome to volunteer to try on the attire.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #33 of 43 | €32 | 1h 30m | 4.87 (178) | shared |
| Dubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit | €46 | 4h | 4.95 (5041) | shared |
| Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride | €16 | 3h | 4.94 (3008) | shared |
| Dubai Old Town Walking Tour with Abra & Traditional Souks | €36 | 2h | 5.0 (94) | shared |
Ranked #33 of 43 in Old Dubai & Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €13 to €317, median €53; typical length 4h. 15 of 43 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 43 Old Dubai & Walking Tours