Experience Art & Culture Tours in Dubai with Withlocals

"Our family of 4 (2 teens) asked for a super short tour of Dubai - we pushed Sandy to only do 3 hours as we were jet lagged. He gave us such a great look at the main areas, balancing car time with getting us out and walking around. During old Dubai tour, he got us into a very local eatery and we had the BEST swarma we have ever had! GREAT helpful tour guide!"

"Sandy and Jose were fantastic tour guides taking us around to the best locations in Dubai on our 4 hour personalised tour. Sandy was extremely knowledgable and gave us heaps of information about DUbai history. We had such a great morning visiting the famouse locations, gold and spice souks and Mosques.\n\nHighly recommend!"

"We had a great day with Sandy and Jose. A perfect introduction to Dubai for first time visitors. We learned a lot about the development of Dubai over the past few years and saw many of the top attractions from the comfort of the air conditioned car- important since it was around 105 degrees outside! We also took a boat into Old Dubai and went to the souks-the Spice market and the gold market. Both were interesting experiences! \nWe had decided beforehand with Sandy to get skip the line tickets up to the 144th floor of the Burj Khalifa which offered us an amazing view with quick access. We were dropped off and Sandy picked up the tickets for us. After the tour we were met again at the same location and driven back to the hotel. Very convenient. \nIt was truly a great day and Sandy and Jose made everything very easy for us and did all we had hoped for. I would definitely recommend them to other travelers. \n"

"I had an afternoon/evening layover in Dubai and wanted to get out to see the city. Communication with Sandy and Jose beforehand was very easy, and I felt very comfortable making the arrangements to meet up. Sandy picked me up at the airport and gave me a tour of Old Dubai, New Dubai, and per my request customized it to finish with the fountain show before taking me back to the airport with plenty of time before my flight. It was extremely hot in Dubai at that time, and I definitely wouldn't have been able to go out and visit on my own with the heat and humidity. Having the opportunity to tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned van was amazing. I had the opportunity to take lots of pictures and walk around local sights (while also being able to go back to the van to cool down and move on to the next stop). I'm really glad I found out about this opportunity because I believe this tour really gave me a chance to get to know Dubai despite only being in Dubai for a layover! My favorite part was the food tasting -- it was so delicious, I got seconds!! "

"We have been on many tours around the world and this has been one of the best. Sandy is a knowledgable, engaging and informative host who gave us a very good insight into the history of the city - old and new - and its development. Having a driver as well as a host was a huge advantage too as it meant that we could visit so many places. \nExcellent value for money. "

"My experience with the Dubai Private Layover Tour & Transfers was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we were picked up in a pristine white SUV, I knew we were in for a treat. Sandy, our guide, was not only extremely knowledgeable but also passionate about Dubai’s history and culture, which made the tour deeply engaging.\n\nIn just 4 hours, we explored both the old and new facets of Dubai, with a perfectly balanced itinerary that Sandy adjusted to accommodate our interests. This flexibility allowed us to maximize our short time and see everything we had hoped for and more. The convenience of having a private car and driver cannot be overstated; being dropped off right at the entrance of each site saved us so much time and hassle, making our tour smooth and enjoyable.\n\nSandy shared fascinating facts about Dubai’s rapid development and transformation, which enriched our understanding and appreciation of each site we visited. The personal touches and deep insight provided by Sandy made this tour one of the highlights of our trip.\n\nI highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience Dubai’s highlights in a short amount of time without feeling rushed. It’s a fantastic way to get a comprehensive overview of the city with the luxury of a knowledgeable guide and no logistical worries. Thank you, Sandy, for such a memorable and insightful experience!"

"We were very happy with the service, punctuality, availability given the time we requested, from 3 to 7 in the morning, excellent and prepared guide, I highly recommend."

"Gomez flexibly was fantastic. We had a couple of places that we told him at the last minute we wanted to see. He accommodated us without reservation. He was personable and made us feel comfortable right away. This was my 1st visit to Dubai. We made some new friends. I would highly recommend Gomez and the driver that we had.\n"

"We thoroughly enjoyed our one day tour of Dubai with Sandy as our guide and his skilled driver. They proudly showed us the Jems of the city while giving us the background and some depth of understanding. He was open to adjusting the itinerary, kept a close eye on our wandering troupe, and showed us some spots we wouldn’t have found on our own. The restaurant he selected for us for lunch was in a beautiful patio over the “creek” and served local food at reasonable prices. If you want to go inside the frame, Burj tower, water park, Museum of the future etc, get your tickets well ahead of time and go on your own as you wouldn’t need a guide and there still will be line ups. But to get around the city and see landmarks and great markets etc, these guides are amazing. Nice van too with AC. "

"Sandy is so hospitable and friendly. He explained to us in details what each monument were in Dubai. He was very accommodating to what we want to see in Dubai and happy to make changes to suit our needs. We won’t hesitate to engage Samdy aa our tour guide the next time we are in Dubai."