Illustration, not a photographBur Dubai
Dubai
Bur Dubai is a historic district on the southern bank of Dubai Creek, opposite Deira. It is home to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and the textile souk, surrounded by established residential areas of older apartment buildings.
Lifestyle in Bur Dubai
What day-to-day life in Bur Dubai is like: what defines the area, who it suits, and what to weigh up before you move.
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Textile souk and creek-side abra stations
Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines
Established schools, clinics and places of worship
Central location near Deira and Karama
Why people choose Bur Dubai
- HeritageSome of Dubai's oldest streets and buildings.
- Public transportMetro lines and abras across the creek.
- Affordable rentsLower rents than the newer districts.
Best suited to
- Budget-conscious renters
- Residents without a car
- People who want an established, central area
Worth knowing
- Mostly older buildings
- Busy streets and limited parking
- Limited foreign freehold options — check the specific building
Getting around
Bur Dubai is served by the Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines, with abras crossing the creek to Deira. Sheikh Zayed Road and the creek crossings are close by.