bur-dubai
Sat-Thu 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Fri 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Free
Morning or late afternoon
Shopping
The metro makes reaching Textile Souk incredibly simple. Here's the straightforward route:
Board the Green Line
Look for trains heading towards Al Ghubaiba. Check the display boards for confirmation.
Get off at Al Ghubaiba
The station is well-marked. Use the main exit towards the street level.
Walk to Textile Souk
It's a quick 8-minute walk. You can ask locals or use Google Maps.
Known as the Old Souk, this marketplace dates back to the early 1900s when Bur Dubai was the center of Dubai's textile trade with India.
Getting here is straightforward thanks to the Green Line. Al Ghubaiba station puts you within walking distance, and the 8-minute walk is easy enough for most visitors.
While you're in the area, consider checking out Al Fahidi Historical District and Dubai Creek – they're near the same metro station and can easily be combined into a single trip.
Did you know? This souk is known locally as the 'Old Souk' and is one of the oldest trading areas in Dubai, dating back to the early 1900s.