If i was going to give advice to anyone it would be to stick to simple jewellery. I had a ring designed and made by Mashoom Jewellers in the Gold Souk and the diamonds fell out twice. Although they did kindly replaced the diamond, it still fell out too easily. This also happened to another friend who bought from Mashoom Jewellers and her designed diamonds fell out twice as well. Another friend spend a lot of money and her rings that were round are no longer round. Also a watch that I bought and they added diamonds to it stopped working and it was a real hassle to get money back.

I basically will only buy ready made simple jewellery from the gold souk.

Gold Souk is definetly worth a visit where you have not seen so many shops in one strech selling gold. If you into buying gold then this is the place where you can bargain and buy some good Jewellery. Just have to be careful that you know what you buying and should know how to differentiate between a fake gold and a really one. Also when buying checke for a Hallmark mark embosed in a tiny H with a round circle. Best time to visit is during the evening as the shops are open till late so you can have more time to shop. If you go during the day then thats fine as well but they close at 12 or 1 and then reopen again at 4.00pm.

I haven't been to the Gold Souk since 1998 when I was in the Navy, but it is an experience that I will never forget. I still wear the jewlery that I bought from there and it still looks like brand new. If I ever had to live anywhere else in the world it would be Dubai. I loved everything about it when I was stationed there. I don't have my pictures that I took of the Souk with me, but the Gold Souk just popped into my head and I had to give my review of it. I know it is way better than since I've been, that's why I can't wait to go back. If I'm ever blessed with getting back over there that will be my first stop.

I was in Dubia for the night and visited the Gold Souk. I had no problems getting there or leaving when in came time to get a taxi. Just remember where they dropped you off as this is the only place to get a taxi. Its not hard to get caught up in the awe of the shops. Make sure you barter as they expect it. I made a few amazing purchases while I was there that were worth 3X's what I paid. Look around as alot of the shops have the same items and will be priced differently in each shop. Have fun, the staff are friendly and helpful. But they do try to push a sale. Hey it retail thats there job. Happy Shopping!