The Gold Souk’s midas touch

Dubai's famous Gold Souk in Deira features row upon row of shop windows gleaming with gold in myriad colours and styles. Spend the afternoon adorning yourself with rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and brooches, or take your pick from intricate ornaments in 22- and 24-carat gold. There are some good deals to be found here, as well as the opportunity to commission bespoke designs. We recommend keeping track of the international gold rates before you start bargaining and don’t be afraid to haggle on price, as it's all part of the experience.