I would love to be there and enjoy the shopping, but most of the vendors are saying high prices to tourists and than pushing them to bargain. This makes me ( and most probably all other visitors) feel very uncomfortable. Except this, it was a great place to digging for the traditional clothes, etc. One shop owner, unfortunately I forget to ask his name, a young man, was very polite, not trying to cheat you with high prices, was so good and I bought few dresses. I went him again next day for buying few more, hope all will behave as him soon. Thank you gentlemen:)

This is one of the famous attractions of Dubai. Any person visiting from India especially from Mumbai can relate this place as Kalbadevi (Marine Lines) of Dubai. All types of clothes are available over here and this is very next to the Dubai Creek.

I am a Dubai resident and, after reading the first ten or so reviews for the Textile Souk, can only conclude that a large number of people have confused the Textile Souk with the Bur Dubai Covered Souk. They are close to each other, but completely different! The Bur Dubai Covered Souk is the closest to the water. It has pashminas, tourist trinkets, and is lively! It is enclosed and offers shade. The Textile Souk is located in the alleys and lanes behind the Covered Souk, is uncovered, and is primarily for wholesalers. I visited yesterday, the height of the Christmas season, and the place was vacant. Why? Because they sell only fabrics, mostly in large quantities, there is nothing for children, and very little to look at other than fabric samples. People go to the Textile Souk to search out fabrics for suits, shirts, saris, or home furnishings. I was actually looking for a juvenile print for a large school space and didn't find much. Most of the fabrics are dressy and high-end although the few prices I checked were reasonable. But, the only thing on offer in this souk is bolts and bolts of fabric! The shopkeepers in the Textile Souk will not speak with you unless you walk into their shops. They are usually busy behind a computer. There are not salespeople in the doorways. The store fronts have hundreds of fabric swatches so you can touch and compare fabrics. Inside there are hanging fabric samples. Nothing else. The Textile Souk only sells fabrics. If you visit the Covered Souk you should certainly take a few steps outside and take a look at the Textile Souk. But, as there is very little there for the tourist or casual visitor, I would not expect you to stay long.

Must see when visiting Dubai to get clothes, scarves, spices, crockery, teas, incense, perfumes, jewelry, bags, souvenirs and much more. It’s an authentic explosion of colors, smells and noise in narrow allies! People will try to sell, but won’t be clingy if you say “no thank you”. Never pay the 1st price, dare to bargain. Sometimes you can go to 10% of the original price, but consider they have to pay a huge rent. Use a abra (costing only 1 Dirham and leaving every 30 seconds) to cross the Dubai Creek in original way to visit the Spice- and Gold Soukh on the other side in Deira. The Old Soukh can be reached by metro green line station Al Ghubaiba (10 minutes walk)

This souk is full of people selling texties and clothes and a modicum of spices. Be prepared to be hassled by the traders there are so many of them trying to sell their goods in a very competative market. Have patience as they are only trying to earn a crust. We found it enjoyable with the added sound of the Adan bing called it is so evocative of the arabic area. if as ladies do you are looking for material you couldn't wish for a better place the variety is immense and the fabrics beautiful.some good places to eat too not far away, and it's not far from the Dubai museum. once you have shopped hop on a water taxdi to the other side of the creek it only takes a few minutes and costs 1 UAE less than 50 pence takes only a couple of minutes then you can walk to the gold souk and many other souks near to it. it's a gret day out. the people whilst pushy to sell are all very nice and friendly you feel very safe in this area of Dubai. Dont miss it

The souks are great fun. For me, it was more the experience than to buy. Be prepared for constant nagging to step into stores and see merchandise. I did buy some beautiful kaftans at the Textile Soul, and mastered the art of haggling.

Vendors are pretty aggressive and some might not say some nice things when they talk to you. For ladies, be extra careful when trying out the dresses as they might be finding chances to touch your body. Keep distance and don't let them assist you or just try the dress yourself.

PROS * Authentic market * A lot of fabric products CONS * Narrow passageways- very crowded * Many sellers constantly calling and attempting to market their wares * Impossible to know the true price nor true value "I VISITED THIS PLACE"... ... because these things are part of the Dubai/Arab culture experience. We did not have any problems or feel threatened or unsafe. However, and as stated, the passageways are narrow and crowded and poorly lit- even though it is not dangerous, I don't feel safe and I once forgot to take my pack off my back and carry it in front- that made me nervous too.... wallet in front pocket; phone in shirt pocket... sure, crime is petty and minimal and almost doesn't exist here in Dubai, but I didn't feel comfortable and I guarded Mrs. Place closely too, and she wanted me beside her at every moment 💪. But I don't like it- never did and never will. The fast talking, the smooth convincing, the flying changing prices, the dizzying array of products shown and displayed and presented and rearranged and switched at dizzying speeds. And then there was the famous calculator trick (see my photo), where they tell you the exchange rate and calculate how many dirhams they give in return for a US$100 bill. And confirming original product and warranty and exchange or return? Not.... oh- one vendor on the street (see photo) did give a receipt. ADVICES * Go because that's part of the visit to the area * Be alert * Try not to be intimidated * Ask about getting a receipt- maybe you can get the VAT returned at the airport (we didn't even actively consider that and certainly didn't ask).

We visited bodyline tailor llc in meena bazar they had amazing fabric for suit dress shirt dress trouser the variety which i found was amazing &they do bespoke tailoring I made couple of shirt &trouser &one bespoke suit Its very cheap but highest standard &quality

Left after about 5 minutes as the experience was so unpleasant. Vendors physically try to drag you into their shops and shove things in your face. Would definitely not recommend especially if their are females in your party. To be avoided at all costs.