Dubai Gold Souk
- Plan for about 1 hour
- Deira
- Accessibility not confirmed
A traditional market in Al Ras, Deira, where more than 380 retailers, mostly jewellers, sell gold, platinum and silver jewellery, bullion and loose stones. Entry is free.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket type | Price and booking |
|---|---|
| EntryFree entry to the market lanes. |
Free |
Prices include taxes. Children’s tickets are usually cheaper; the venue’s website shows the exact price before you pay.
What to see
- More than 380 retailers, most of them jewellers
- Gold, platinum and silver jewellery, bullion, loose diamonds and coloured stones
- A 995-metre heritage trail through the market, completed by Dubai Municipality
- Walking distance from the Spice Souk and the creek
How to get there
- Taxi
- Ask for the Gold Souk in Deira (Al Ras).
Open the location of Dubai Gold Souk in OpenStreetMap (external site)
Staying close by: hotels near Gold Souk (27 we recommend within 5 km)
Tips for your visit
- Entry is free; you only pay for what you buy.
- Official opening hours were not published on an official page we could check; individual shops set their own times.
- Dubai Municipality has announced plans to develop the area into the wider Dubai Gold District, so expect works.
- Bargaining is common in Deira's souks; compare several shops before buying.
Accessibility
Accessibility not confirmed.
Questions and answers
Is the Gold Souk free to visit?
Yes. The market is a public street market; there is no entry fee.
What can I buy at the Gold Souk?
Mostly gold, platinum and silver jewellery, plus bullion, loose diamonds and coloured stones.
How do I get from Bur Dubai to the Gold Souk?
Cross the creek by abra to the Deira side; the Spice Souk and Gold Souk are close to the Old Souk abra station.
Where this information comes from
- Location, number of retailers, goods sold, history, planned renovation, coordinates: en.wikipedia.org
- Gold Souq Trail (995 m) and linked markets (24 August 2025): dm.gov.ae
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