Dubai Creek

The famous Dubai Creek runs through the city centre of Dubai and distributes the city centre in the Bur Dubai neighbourhoods on the southwest side and Deira on the opposite side. Formerly, the Creek was mainly used by the pearl fishermen and local traders to trade with the neighbouring Emirates. Currently, the Creek is mainly used by the traditional Abras which tourists and locals sail from one side to the other, luxury yachts, canal boats and cargo ships (Dhows) which supply the port further afield.

Along the shores of Dubai Creek are a number of well-known buildings, including the gigantic Etisalat building with the well-known ball atop, the Dubai Bank and the Rolex Twin Tower. Also the old house of the now-deceased ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum is located a stone’s throw from the Dubai Creek. In this old house, the Heritage and Diving Village Museum are now located which are free to visit.