Archive · 26 Oct 2025
Old Dubai Food Tours Earn 'Best in Travel' Recognition for 2026
Dubai's old neighborhoods, Bur Dubai and Deira, are known for their great food.
Food tours in these areas have been named one of the best travel experiences for 2026 by Lonely Planet.
These tours let people try different dishes that represent the many cultures in Dubai.
You can find places serving Emirati, Persian, Indian, and other cuisines.
The tours showcase the city's history and diverse flavors, with many different kinds of food from street vendors to restaurants.
Old Dubai food tours are recognized as one of the 'Best in Travel' experiences for 2026.
The recognition highlights Dubai's culinary heritage and cultural diversity.
The focus is on the old neighborhoods of Bur Dubai and Deira.
Visitors can explore various eateries offering Emirati, Persian, Indian, and other cuisines.
The tours encompass historic areas and showcase a variety of flavors.
- Who
- Visitors and residents of Dubai
- What
- Recognition of cultural food tours in Old Dubai
- When
- For 2026
- Where
- Old Dubai (Bur Dubai and Deira)
- Why
- To highlight Dubai's culinary heritage and cultural diversity
- Recognition
- Lonely Planet's 'Best in Travel' for 2026
- Focus
- Old Dubai's culinary experiences
- Areas Highlighted
- Bur Dubai and Deira
- Key Stops (Bur Dubai)
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, Al Ustad Special Kabab, Arabian Tea House
- Key Stops (Deira)
- Al Rigga Street, Naif area, Gold and Spice Souks
- Experience
- Culinary walking tours of the neighborhoods