The 7 Drinking Tours in the Middle East That Earn Their Price

1.Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,030 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $51Our pick

Spend 90 minutes cruising Dubai Marina, Dubai Harbour, Ain Dubai, and Jumeirah Beach Residence aboard an Xclusive Yachts vessel. You get a buffet with live pasta and noodle stations, unlimited drinks, live music, assigned seating, and views from air-conditioned or open-air decks. Smart casual dress is required.

“Overall great value for money. We had a great table at the front of the upper deck and views both before and after sunset were great. Our waiter Kamal did a great job looking after us keeping our glasses full and taking photos. the buffet food was also good.”

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2.Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,780 reviews · from $47

Cruise Dubai Marina for about 90 minutes aboard a glass houseboat with private group seating, an international buffet, live music, and unlimited drinks. Choose an open-air upper deck or air-conditioned lower deck when booking, then pass JBR and Bluewaters Island under the city lights.

“We had the best of time. The team was superb, food provided was great. We really enjoyed ourselves and took nice photos. It's a must attend activity in dubai.”

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3.Dubai Marina: Luxury Dinner Cruise, Live Show, Open Bar & DJ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 129 reviews · from $48

You’ll cruise Dubai Marina aboard a modern catamaran for two hours, with a Copthorne Hotel buffet, welcome drinks, live singer, Tanura dance, Darbuka show, and DJ. Psyche is among the hosts praised for music and warm service, while Sai, Raksha, and Praveen are part of the attentive onboard team. Choose soft drinks or unlimited alcohol.

“The experience was amazing. I got a chance to sing karaoke. Psyche is an amazing host and singer. Food was range was good and tasted delicious. Would definitely recommend this activity when in Dubai.”

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4.Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 5 - 5.5 hours · from $63

Meet guides such as Faye and Lovely at 44 Rooftop in Business Bay, then visit four Dubai bars and clubs by dedicated party bus. You get one shot at each venue, reserved tables, priority entry, music, karaoke, games, and time to dance. The tour runs Saturdays from 8 PM, with the final venue open until 3 AM.

“Amazing!!! I recently celebrated my birthday on the Halloween pub crawl tour, and I must say, I loved every moment of it. The vibrant energy, and the engaging hosts, Faye, Alex and Winona made it an incredibly fun experience. The highlight was when the group surprised me with a heartfelt rendition of "Happy Birthday." This tour is an absolute must for solo travelers looking to have a blast while exploring the local nightlife. Highly recommended!”

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5.Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 66 reviews · from $28

Join TLVnights for a four-hour Tel Aviv pub crawl on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. Meet beside the yellow statue at 180 boutique hostel, enjoy a welcome beer, then visit four bars and clubs with VIP entry and a free shot at each. Guide Avital has been singled out for keeping the group together. Bring ID and comfortable shoes.

“It was good thank you but had to wait two hours for food at the end so we left”

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6.Dubai Secret Food Tours with Access to Burj Khalifa bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $150Top rated

Start at Armani Lounge, rise to Floor 122 of Burj Khalifa for canapes, a mocktail, and sweeping Dubai views, then walk through Dubai Mall for Emirati, Chinese, and Middle Eastern dishes. Guides such as Salah, Ahmad, and Amr add local stories and practical context. The three-hour tour ends at Souk Al Bahar with a secret dessert.

“Amazing tour. Amr we couldn’t have wished for a better tour guide. So knowledgeable and made it an enjoyable experience for all. Thank you”

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7.Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28 reviews · 4 hours · from $25Best value

Meet at Chupitos Bar on Yehuda ha-Levi Street for a four-hour night out through four Tel Aviv bars and clubs. Your English-speaking guide handles entry and leads the group from stop to stop. You receive at least four shots, skip entrance lines, and return to the starting point.

“Connected with some good people Was great trip definitely will come back Perfect for solo traveling”

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