Shopping in Dubai: 10 Top Things to Buy on Your Next Trip

Dubai is one of the most famous places to visit. Dubai is famous worldwide for its rich culture, developed infrastructure, and eye-catching buildings, but not only these things. Dubai is famous worldwide for the Dubai Shopping Festival, too. This festival highlights how much people there love to shop. Shopping lovers, wherever they go, buy some things that remind them of their trip to a specific place. If you are planning to go to Dubai, carry an extra suitcase with you because Dubai offers some of the best places to shop. We are here with the top 10 things to buy on your trip to Dubai.

10 Best Things to Buy on Your Trip to Dubai

1) Oudh and Bakhoor

Average Price: Oudh: AED 1000-AED 40,000 

Bakhoor: AED 100-AED 500

Agarwood Oudh is an expensive, fragrant oil that is one of the most famous things to buy in Dubai. It is produced from the wood of the Southeast Asian agar tree. Bakhoor are the pleasant, aromatic burnt chips of the agarwood, which are excellent for room fresheners and candles. Both Oudh and Bakhoor are very famous among shopping lovers to buy from Dubai.

2) Gold and diamond jewellery

Average Price: AED 110 per gram

Dubai is famously known as the ‘city of gold’, and if you are visiting Dubai, buying gold and diamonds is a must. Dubai is the best place to buy gold and diamond jewellery. Due to the tax policies of other cities, the prices of jewellery in Dubai are comparatively less. You can buy gold, diamond, and platinum jewellery at affordable costs.

 3)Persian carpets and rugs

Average Price: AED 400 and above

Persian carpets and rugs top the list when it comes to what to buy in Dubai. The subtle artistry and beautiful work of carpet will make your home floors look beautiful. However, the price of handmade rugs is higher as compared to machine-made rugs and carpets. The amount of the carpets and drugs also depends on the embroidery, size, quality, and material used.

4)Pashmina Shawls

Average Price: AED 250

Pashmina Shawls are yet another item that you must buy from Dubai. The pashmina shawls in Dubai are a bit expensive because they are made from the hairs of goats and are blended with silk. Out of so many shawls, if you want to check if it’s the real and authentic pashmina shawl, then see if it passes through a ring.

 5) Arabic coffee and coffee pots

Average Price: Coffee: AED 125 per kilo

Coffee pot: AED 20 and above

If you are a coffee lover, then Arabian coffee is one of the best things you should buy in Dubai. This Arabian coffee is famous for its strong taste. If you are taking Arabian coffee with you, then you must also buy coffee pots that are designed in traditional Arabic styles. The coffee pots are made up of copper and are suited for everyday use.

6)Arabic Attars

Average Price: From AED 90

Arabic attars are perfume oils popular for their amazing aroma in Dubai. It is made from plants and is non-alcoholic; it comes in different styles, scents, and sizes. It is for both men and women. The seller can help you pick from many options or even customise the perfume. If you want a traditional souvenir from Dubai, these attars are a great choice.

7)Electronic Items

Electronic items are not the specialty of Dubai, but they are relatively cheaper there than in any other place. You can buy electronic items on Al-Fahidi Street in the Bur Dubai area. Items like smartphones, tablets, laptops, LEDs, TVs, and cameras often cost less. However, you should compare prices with those in your home country to ensure you are getting a good deal at a good price.

8) Camel Milk Chocolate 

Average Price: AED 44-AED 65

Camel Milk Chocolate, which is a camel product, is a famous delicacy in Dubai, and one should try it. Camel Milk Chocolates are made by the only company that produces them, Al Nassma, and are especially rare. These chocolates come in five different flavors. 70% cocoa, whole milk, dates, spiced, and macadamia. The chocolates are shaped like a camel, which is why they are named Camel Milk Chocolate. 

9)Arabian Dates

Average Price: dates per kilo: AED 35-AED 250

Arabian dates are one of the most famous dried fruit snacks in Dubai. In Dubai, dates are known for their specialty and excellent quality. Tourists love them too. Dates can be eaten raw, used in desserts, made into non-alcoholic drinks, served with coffee, and given as gifts during the month of Ramadan. It is very nutritious and contains calcium, magnesium, copper, and more. Dubai offers many varieties of dates, so you can try and choose your favourite.

10)Dubai Spices

Average Price: AED 10–AED 25 Per Pack

Dubai Spices is most famous for its essence in Dubai. They are packed with various flavours and available at reasonable prices in the markets. These spices can turn a bland dish into something delicious. They are perfect for cooking enthusiasts or to give to someone who is fond of cooking.