Abras in Dubai

The Dubai abra

An emblematic stop on the Dubai audio-guided tour, the abra is a small traditional boat that lets you cross the creek to reach the Deira district. It is one of the most frequented means of transport in the city, fast and inexpensive.

A symbol of old Dubai

True symbols of the city, the abras recall its past: when Dubai was only a small fishing village, the inhabitants lived from camel raising, fishing and the pearl trade, and needed to transport their goods across the creek. Two routes now link the two banks, between the souks of Deira and Bur Dubai.

What to see

Some abras even offer a one-hour ride to discover the monuments lining Dubai Creek. The crossing offers a fine contrast between the traditional Dubai of the souks and the modernity of the city. An authentic experience to enjoy on the water.

Practical information

The abras link the two banks of Dubai Creek, between the Deira and Bur Dubai districts. Frequent and cheap, they run throughout the day; fares and times should be checked depending on the season.

What is an abra ?

A small traditional boat that crosses Dubai Creek between the Deira and Bur Dubai districts.

What do the abras recall ?

The past of Dubai, when the city was a fishing village living from fishing and pearls.