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Jumeirah MosquevsOld Souk
Both are rated highly by experts. Overall, Jumeirah Mosque ranks significantly higher than Gold and spice souk. Jumeirah Mosque comes in at #2 in Dubai with accolades from 6 publications such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Jumeirah Mosque
Fodor's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Independent
Frommer's
Al Jumeira Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Fodor's "The finest masjid (mosque) in Dubai, Jumeirah Mosque pays homage to the classical architectural style favored by Cairo's Egyptian rulers during Islam's first Golden Age." Full review
Concierge "The majestic Jumeirah Mosque showcases Islamic heritage and promotes cultural understanding."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"If you want to learn about Islamic religion and culture, beat a fast track to this splendid, intricately detailed mosque (stunningly lit at night)." Full review
Afar Magazine "A culturally enriching experience in Dubai is a visit to the Jumeirah Mosque." Full review
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Women are expected to wear a headscarf and everyone should dress respectfully conservative.
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The mosque is at its most majestic in the evenings, when the lighting picks out all the chiseled elegance of the dome and its minarets." Full review
Independent "Dubai’s Jumeirah Mosque offers daily tours at 10am and 2pm for visitors (apart from on Fridays)"
City guide
December 16, 2021
Frommer's "You'll likely hear the mosques before you see them - the call to prayer can be heard five times a day in the morning as the sun starts to seep into your hotel room." Full review
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The 1 1/2-hour tour starts at 10am, but be sure to get there about 15 30 minutes before to ensure you have a spot.
Old Souk Fodor's Frommer's
downtown Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Fodor's "It's a small market but a stroll along the narrow alleyways takes you on an olfactory journey through the East, as aromas of pungent chili, cinnamon, and ginger mingle in the air." Full review
Frommer's "The Spice Souk is what comes to mind when people think of Dubai as it was not so long ago, before skyscrapers, highways, and mega-malls took over much of the landscape." Full review
