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The bustling Dubai Creek has been the lifeblood of the city for generations and continues to attract visitors year-round. For just AED1 (US$0.27c), you can hop aboard one of many traditional boats, known as abras, to cross the creek that separates Bur Dubai from Deira, Dubai’s city centre.
The abras, or ‘water taxis’ run every few minutes throughout the day across four stations along Dubai Creek. The first route goes from Deira Old Souk Abra Station (near the Spice Souk) to Bur Dubai Abra Station (west of the Old Souk). The second, much busier route runs continuously from Al Sabkha Abra Station (just southwest of Baniyas Square) to Dubai Old Souk Abra Station.
Each abra holds about 20 passengers, with 150 abras working the two routes between Deira and Bur Dubai. Every journey only takes about five minutes. Simply buy a one-way ticket, or you can even hire your own abra for an hour to explore further up the creek.
Riders usually sit on a central wooden bench for the short journey across. Take a ride in the mornings, to observe local traders drop anchor for trade, wooden dhows parked in a colourful array and the occasional ships sail past. Admire spectacular views of old and new Dubai including traditional houses, towers and minarets.
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- Bur Dubai Abra Station, 32 3 A St - Dubai