High-end dates, scent of oud, camel milk chocolate or arty poster: Dubai is full of authentic gifts to slip into your suitcase. To save time, here are the 9 must-have souvenirs ranked by popularity 👇
- 🍫 Camel milk chocolate Al Nassma
- 🌴 Dates Bateel & Waterfront Market
- 🕯️ Incense & Oud (Arabian Oud, Perfume Souk)
- 🥛 Camelicious skincare with camel milk
- 🧼 Soap Factory with camel milk
- 👗 Traditional Kandura & abaya
- 🎨 Skyline posters by Haritz
- 📚 Beautiful books about Dubai
- 🎁 Experiences desert, sky-dive, afternoon tea
Dubai souvenirs: focus on sure bets ⚡
Between gourmet products and design items, these gifts condense Emirati culture and can easily be found in malls like Dubai Mall or the historic souks of Deira.
Local treats that hit the spot 🍯
Emirati culinary art highlights dates, camel milk and reinvented chocolate: a winning trio for sweet lovers.
| Product 🍬 | Indicative price | Where to buy 📍 |
|---|---|---|
| Bateel Dates | 120 AED/500 g | Bateel Flagship, Dubai Mall |
| Al Nassma Chocolate | 42 AED/bar | Spinneys, Duty Free DXB |
| Hatta Honey | 35 AED/250 g | Carrefour UAE, Hatta Honey Store |
Perfumes, bakhour & oud: the liquid gold of the Emirates 🌬️
Agarwood distillate symbolizes the olfactory luxury of the Arabian peninsula. A small bottle is enough to scent an entire room!
- 🔥 Arabian Oud: sculpted crystal bottles from 250 AED (Ground Floor, Dubai Mall).
- 🕌 Perfume Souk, Deira: concentrated oils from 30 AED, bargaining welcome.
- 💨 Bakhour chips + golden burner, gift sets at Ajmal.
Fashion & accessories: from traditional to streetwear 🧢
Wear a piece of Dubai with elegance or humor, from the pristine white Kandura to « Habibi » caps.
- 👔 Custom Kandura: Dar Al Kandura boutique, Al Muraqqabat Rd, 380 AED.
- 🧢 Dubai Kid & Dubai Dad caps, concept store Cities (108 AED).
- ♻️ The Giving Movement: recycled hoodies, available at THAT Concept Store.
Where to buy souvenirs in Dubai? 🛍️
From traditional souks to futuristic concept stores, the city offers sales points for all budgets.
- 🏬 Dubai Mall: Patchi, Bateel, Arabian Oud, Galeries Lafayette Gourmet.
- 🕌 Souks of Deira: Spice Souk, Gold Souk, Perfume Souk (accessible via Abra from Al Seef).
- 🎨 Comptoir 102, Jumeirah Rd: bohemian décor, “Dubai Wonders” books (Assouline).
- 🌱 Ripe Market, Dubai Police Academy (winter): artisans, jewelry, essential oils.
- 🖼️ Alserkal Avenue: Haritz posters, Tales of Dubai photos.
| Place 🗺️ | Type of souvenirs | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Souk Madinat Jumeirah | Textiles, spices, bakhour | 10 AM – 11 PM |
| Times Square Center | Makers Guild, Zoom & Bloom coasters | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Dubai Marina Souq | Fashion designers | Wednesday 9 AM – 8 PM |
To vary the pleasures, compare with other shopping destinations in Barcelona or Valletta.
Unforgettable gift-experiences 🎈
Rather than an object, offer a living memory: flying over the Palm or dining in the desert leaves a lasting impression.
- ☕ Afternoon tea Burj Al Arab: 490 AED with sea view.
- 🔥 Bedouin dinner Platinum Heritage: vintage transfer, show, gastronomy (850 AED).
- 🪂 Skydive Dubai: tandem jump over Palm Jumeirah (2,199 AED).
- 🎈 Balloon Adventures flight: sunrise + falconry (1,350 AED).
- 🎨 Oo La Lab perfume workshop or SMCCU calligraphy (350 AED).
Need inspiration for other countries? Browse our South Africa selection here or Italy there.
Frequently asked questions about Dubai souvenirs
How many dates can you bring back tax-free?
French authorities tolerate packaged plant products for personal use; limit yourself to 2 kg and keep the Bateel or Carrefour UAE receipt.
Is oud perfume allowed in the cabin?
Yes, if the bottle does not exceed 100 ml and complies with liquid regulations in hand luggage.
Where to find quality children’s Kandura?
The stores Studio Kandura (Al Barsha) and Souk Al Bahar offer sizes from 4 years with traditional embroidery.
What is the difference between Patchi and Al Nassma?
Patchi produces premium “European-style” chocolate, while Al Nassma specializes in camel milk chocolate, exclusive to the Emirates.
Are prices negotiable in the souks?
Yes, especially at the Perfume Souk or Spice Souk; start at –30% off the listed price and keep smiling 🙂.
- 🌟 Bateel Dates: customizable luxury boxes (Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates).
- 💸 Budget-friendly alternative: bulk dates at the Waterfront Market, Corniche Deira.
- 🐪 Al Nassma Chocolate: 42 AED bars at Spinneys and Duty Free shops.
- 🥛 Camelicious: UHT milk, powder or ice cream in Carrefour UAE’s fresh section.
- 🎂 Dubai Chocolate FIX: Kunafa pistachio flavor, in arty boxes (exclusive distributor FIX, Alserkal Avenue).
| Product 🍬 | Indicative price | Where to buy 📍 |
|---|---|---|
| Bateel Dates | 120 AED/500 g | Bateel Flagship, Dubai Mall |
| Al Nassma Chocolate | 42 AED/bar | Spinneys, Duty Free DXB |
| Hatta Honey | 35 AED/250 g | Carrefour UAE, Hatta Honey Store |
Perfumes, bakhour & oud: the liquid gold of the Emirates 🌬️
Agarwood distillate symbolizes the olfactory luxury of the Arabian peninsula. A small bottle is enough to scent an entire room!
- 🔥 Arabian Oud: sculpted crystal bottles from 250 AED (Ground Floor, Dubai Mall).
- 🕌 Perfume Souk, Deira: concentrated oils from 30 AED, bargaining welcome.
- 💨 Bakhour chips + golden burner, gift sets at Ajmal.
Fashion & accessories: from traditional to streetwear 🧢
Wear a piece of Dubai with elegance or humor, from the pristine white Kandura to « Habibi » caps.
- 👔 Custom Kandura: Dar Al Kandura boutique, Al Muraqqabat Rd, 380 AED.
- 🧢 Dubai Kid & Dubai Dad caps, concept store Cities (108 AED).
- ♻️ The Giving Movement: recycled hoodies, available at THAT Concept Store.
Where to buy souvenirs in Dubai? 🛍️
From traditional souks to futuristic concept stores, the city offers sales points for all budgets.
- 🏬 Dubai Mall: Patchi, Bateel, Arabian Oud, Galeries Lafayette Gourmet.
- 🕌 Souks of Deira: Spice Souk, Gold Souk, Perfume Souk (accessible via Abra from Al Seef).
- 🎨 Comptoir 102, Jumeirah Rd: bohemian décor, “Dubai Wonders” books (Assouline).
- 🌱 Ripe Market, Dubai Police Academy (winter): artisans, jewelry, essential oils.
- 🖼️ Alserkal Avenue: Haritz posters, Tales of Dubai photos.
| Place 🗺️ | Type of souvenirs | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Souk Madinat Jumeirah | Textiles, spices, bakhour | 10 AM – 11 PM |
| Times Square Center | Makers Guild, Zoom & Bloom coasters | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Dubai Marina Souq | Fashion designers | Wednesday 9 AM – 8 PM |
To vary the pleasures, compare with other shopping destinations in Barcelona or Valletta.
Unforgettable gift-experiences 🎈
Rather than an object, offer a living memory: flying over the Palm or dining in the desert leaves a lasting impression.
- ☕ Afternoon tea Burj Al Arab: 490 AED with sea view.
- 🔥 Bedouin dinner Platinum Heritage: vintage transfer, show, gastronomy (850 AED).
- 🪂 Skydive Dubai: tandem jump over Palm Jumeirah (2,199 AED).
- 🎈 Balloon Adventures flight: sunrise + falconry (1,350 AED).
- 🎨 Oo La Lab perfume workshop or SMCCU calligraphy (350 AED).
Need inspiration for other countries? Browse our South Africa selection here or Italy there.
Frequently asked questions about Dubai souvenirs
How many dates can you bring back tax-free?
French authorities tolerate packaged plant products for personal use; limit yourself to 2 kg and keep the Bateel or Carrefour UAE receipt.
Is oud perfume allowed in the cabin?
Yes, if the bottle does not exceed 100 ml and complies with liquid regulations in hand luggage.
Where to find quality children’s Kandura?
The stores Studio Kandura (Al Barsha) and Souk Al Bahar offer sizes from 4 years with traditional embroidery.
What is the difference between Patchi and Al Nassma?
Patchi produces premium “European-style” chocolate, while Al Nassma specializes in camel milk chocolate, exclusive to the Emirates.
Are prices negotiable in the souks?
Yes, especially at the Perfume Souk or Spice Souk; start at –30% off the listed price and keep smiling 🙂.
