Old Dubai Sights

	Al Shindaga ( ■ map ), is a neighborhood in the traditional center of Dubai, with Bur Dubai in the south and the Dubai Creek running along its west—a pretty empty area with virtually no tourists when I visited. Not the most exciting, but quiet and beautiful. There is also a pedestrian underpass that allows you to cross the creek from Deira to Bur Dubai. Check out : ➜ Sheikh Saeed Al Naktoum House     (museum: 2 AED; old maps, stamps, & currencies) ➜ Sheikh Obaid bin Thani House     (a beautiful building with bizarre religious propaganda) ➜ Heritage Village     (traditional style huts you can freely wander in) ➜ Diving Village     (empty lot with some fishing boats)
	Dubai Creek ( ■ map ) divides the city into two main sections, Deira and historical Bur Dubai. It's a nice and short ride to take a water taxi across to Deira Old Souk.
	Jumeirah Mosque ( ■ map ) is not a big mosque but it has 75-minute tours in English starting at 9:45 am for non-Muslims to learn a bit about Islam. Not available on Fridays.
	Dubai Museum ( ■ map ), not a must-see but a good place to spend an hour or two for 3 AED if your are tired of the endless malls / souks (Arabic markets) in Dubai. The mannequins displays the way of life before oil, an effortless walk through time with descriptions in English. FRI : 2:30 pm - 8:30 pm Other days : 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
	Heritage Village ( Hatta Village ) has traditional style sand-colored buildings with beautiful wind towers. It's free to wander around and a nice way to spend half an hour. SAT - THU : 8 am - 10 pm FRI : 8 am - 11 am ; 4 pm - 10 pm