Preserved historic neighborhood dating back to the 1890s that was saved from the wrecking ball in the 1980s and is now restored. We wandered through the narrow alleys of the neighborhood after visiting the re-created Al Seef shopping and dining complex and before taking an Abra across Dubai Creek to the Gold and Spice Souks across the water. We just strolled through and enjoyed it but to be honest there didn't seem like a lot to do. With that said, there are several art galleries and a coffee museum that can be visited. Al Fahidi Fort and the Dubai Museum is also nearby.

We went to the historic area via a water boat late in the afternoon. I actually lived wandering the streets and they were quiet quaint. My only complaint or ick was that there is a Starbucks there which I think personally ruined the whole vibe of the area. There are some streets that are totally empty aside from some Instagram worthy items throughout and others were there are market stalls. I did see a hotel there and the trip home to Jumeriah was quite a quick trip around 20 minutes. The water taxi was 2 AED pp and we did see plenty of other boats just going up and down the river. If coming here make sure you get dropped on this side of the river as it’s easy access whereas we were dropped off on the Souk side and the walk was tiring and you’re getting haggled every step of the way

This is a really lovely place. I throughly enjoyed having a wander round and there were some nice bits to buy. Do haggle. The only thing I would say is it feels a bit like Adventure Land in Disney. Don’t get me wrong, it’s well worth a visit and looks great but it is a very sanitised reconstruction. Sadly the museum was shut when I went, which was a shame.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood is a nice place to visit for anyone who wants to experience the old way of life in Dubai. The neighbourhood dates back to the mid 19th century and has been preserved and restored to showcase the traditional buildings, wind towers, alleys and squares that were once home to the merchants and traders of the city. You can wander around the neighbourhood and discover various cultural activities, museums, art galleries and events that celebrate the rich history and diversity of Dubai. You can also visit the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding, where you can learn more about the Emirati culture, religion and customs. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood is a place where you can immerse yourself in the past and appreciate the contrast with modern Dubai. It is a unique and memorable experience that I would recommend.