Unlike the fabulous Dubai museum the Bastakia quarter is a complete let down. I just don't get it. Even at the height of art week I found this place underwhelming and a desolate. I have been here many times at different times and all my visitors agree " what's it all about." ? Ok, there is an old building, a... More

This is definitely a place to visit when you are a businessman or an airport-transit visitor and get only one half-day left to go for a stroll. Once you have completed the Dubai Museum visit, take a walk and visit the Bastakiya quarter with ancient buildings (well renovated), wind towers, mosque. At working hours this area is quite lively and... More

This is a Dubai MUST SEE. View all the ancient old buildings and fascinating wind towers that were used as air conditioners in this quarter and spend time going into all the little art and craft shops. It is situated beside the Creek and also close to one of the biggest gold souks in Dubai.

I really liked this area. We went, had lunch outside next to the creek in one of the restaurants. Do not forget your camera, love the pictures I got here. Most of the museums are free, others you pay a very low fee. Museums have pictures, videos, artifacts about currencies, type of buildings, Sheiks, neighbourhoods, legal docs etc. You can... More

We visited the Bastakia while searching for the soukh in this neighborhood. I was happy that I only put money in the parking meter for 1 hour. The place was completely empty (3 PM) and only some shops were opened. Nice to see, but it doesn't seem old or restored. The small coffee and tea square was nice for a... More

We took a tour of the area with a guide from the local cultural centre. The tour cost 35AED, but did not cover much & did not last an hour. We experienced breakfast at the cultural centre, which was great & worth the time & money. I would recommend the breakfast experience, but not the tour of the area. We... More

Bastakia is one of my favourite places in Dubai, away from the glitz and glamour associated with 5* hotels and skyscrapers. You get a nice taste of the old Dubai (with views of the creek) and can go spend some time at the fabulous XVA gallery. Its also very close to the Dubai Museum so if you're up for a... More

This is a great area to explore, full of history and cultural significance. When you want to take a break from the high rise living that is Dubai, this is a great place to disconnect.

We weren't 100% sure about going here because it appeared a little small, and quite out of the way from the other things we had planned for the day, but I am really glad we made the effort to head over to Bur Dubai for a lovely wander around this old quarter of Dubai. Although the buildings have been restored,... More