Gold souk or gold street
Gold Souk
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Covered market lanes in Deira, near Dubai Creek, lined with hundreds of gold shops. Prices are per gram at the day's rate plus a making charge, and bargaining over the charge is normal. A recent extension added many more shops. Also listed in our gem markets.
Dubai's Gold Souk, in Deira near Dubai Creek, is one of the world's best-known gold markets: covered, car-free lanes lined with hundreds of gold shops, with a newer extension adding many more. Dubai's role as a regional gold-trading hub made it the place where Gulf, South Asian and African buyers come for gold.
What you find
Gold jewellery in 18K, 21K and 22K, Gulf, Indian and Arabic styles, bridal sets, gold bars and coins, and diamond and gem-set jewellery.
How it works
Gold is sold by weight at the day's rate plus a making charge; bargaining over the charge is normal. See our gem markets guide to the Gold Souk for buying tips.
Tips
- Al Ras and Gold Souk metro stations are close by; evenings are busiest.
- Ask for an itemised receipt with weight, purity, rate and charge.
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