September 17, 2025 | 06:01 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - If you go on vacation to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, don't just be mesmerized by the skyscrapers or the luxurious malls. The city also offers a unique shopping experience, from colorful traditional markets to world-class luxury boutiques. There are plenty of items that can be brought back home as souvenirs, from gold and spices to camel milk products.
Dubai Souvenirs Recommendations
Here are the recommendations for Dubai souvenirs from various sources.
1. Gold Jewelry
Dubai is known as the City of Gold because it has many high-quality gold shops that offer competitive prices. The best place for gold shopping is the Dubai Gold Souk in Deira, Al Ras, Dubai.
2. Arab Coffee & Tea
Arabian coffee (gahwa) and spices such as saffron, cardamom, or mint are very popular and often attractively packaged. Travelers can purchase them at the Spice Souk in the Bur Deira area of Deira, near the Gold Souk and the Dubai Creek.
3. Designer Clothing
For fashion lovers, Dubai is a shopping paradise. International brands are widely available in giant malls such as Dubai Mall (Downtown Dubai) and Mall of the Emirates (Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha, Dubai). During the discount season, prices can be much cheaper.
4. Electronics
Dubai is also known for its electronics market. The latest gadgets, like smartphones, laptops, or cameras, can be purchased at competitive prices. Recommended stores: Sharaf DG and Jumbo Electronics, which are located in the Dubai Mall, the Mall of the Emirates, and the Ibn Battuta Mall.
5. Camel Milk Products
Camel milk chocolate and soap are unique souvenirs from Dubai. Travelers can find them in various souvenir shops in Souk Al Bahar, Bur Dubai, or even at the Dubai International Airport.
6. Arabian Sweets
Baklava, kunafa, or date chocolate filled with camel milk are popular sweets from Dubai. Try buying them at traditional sweet shops around the Spice Souk in Deira, or modern sweet boutiques in Dubai Mall.
7. Fabrics & Textiles
The Textile Souk in Bur Dubai, located along the Dubai Creek, offers cotton, silk, and traditional Middle Eastern embroidery. This market is known for its traditional textiles and sewing materials.
8. Spices
Exotic spices like saffron and cinnamon are very popular in Dubai. The Spice Souk in Deira, Dubai, is the best place to buy them. It has been a well-known spice trading center for centuries.
9. Oud and Attar (Perfume)
Dubai is famous for its unique oud and attar scents. Travelers can buy traditional and modern perfumes in perfume boutiques scattered around the Gold Souk, the Spice Souk, and large malls like the Dubai Mall.
10. Pashmina Shawls
Authentic pashmina shawls are made from a blend of fine goat hair and wool. They are warm yet lightweight. The recommended place is The Pashmina House in Souq Al Kabeer, near Bank of Baroda, Old Souq, Dubai.
11. Traditional Arab Shoes
Arabian shoes are known for their neatly embroidered details. Travelers can buy them at Souk Bur Dubai, a traditional market in Old Dubai.
12. Diamonds and Gemstones
For gemstone enthusiasts, Dubai also offers gemstones that are believed to bring good luck. One popular store is Zodiac Temple, located at 108, 12E Street, Al Karama, Dubai.
13. Hookah (Shisha Pot)
A hookah or shisha pot is a traditional Arabian household item. Many attractive stores sell decorative hookahs in Bur Dubai, Deira, or in specialized shops like Smokers Centre in Dubai.
Kinar Laimaura contributed to this article
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