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Souk Madinat JumeirahvsDubai Gold Souk
Both are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Gold Souk ranks slightly higher than Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Gold Souk comes in at #5 in Dubai with endorsements from 3 publications including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Fodor's "Translating to Jumeirah City in Arabic, Madinat Jumeirah is a vast resort that pays homage to the best of classical Islamic architecture and art." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A city within a city, the Madinat Jumeirah is a Dubai must-see. There’s plenty to do at this fanciful hotel, shopping and entertainment complex with the Burj al-Arab in the background." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Jumeirah is not a traditional souk, but a complex of shops, where prices are non-negotiable." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "At this pleasant recreation of an ancient Arabian marketplace, you'll find bejeweled slippers and kaftan, plus waterfront bars and restaurants." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"Contemporary and comfortable, but still has an old, authentically Arabic head on its shoulders. The pool is the lobby showstopper. The hotel stands at the gateway to the entire Madinat Jumeirah Resort." Full review
Dubai Gold Souk
Frommer's Lonely Planet Condé Nast Traveler
1 42 St, 1 42 St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Frommer's "Street after street glitters with gold in this famous shimmering market, a must-see while you're in town." Full review
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Because of the heat and fact that many shops close between 1 and 4pm, it's best to avoid visiting the Gold Souk in the middle of the day.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"All that glitters is gold (and occasionally silver) along this covered arcade where dozens of shops overflow with every kind of jewellery imaginable, from delicate pearl earrings to lavish golden wedding necklaces." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Deira Gold Souk is famous in Dubai for its sheer size and value" Full review
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These shops are owned by South Asians and their hard work ethic is on great display here, so be prepared for lots of direct requests to come in to their shops.
