Modern Dubai is not only skyscrapers, luxury shopping centers and beaches, but also a rich cultural scene. The city is home to dozens of museums where you can learn about the UAE's history, art and technological advancement. Whether you are interested in Middle Eastern traditions, future art or ancient history, there are museums in Dubai that are sure to interest you. To make it easier for you to navigate the variety of such objects, we offer an overview of the most famous of them.
Museum of the Future
One of the world's most modern and impressive museums, opening in 2022. Its futuristic oval-shaped building with Arabic calligraphy on the facade is an attraction in itself. Exhibits focus on future technologies, artificial intelligence, space and biotechnology. Interactive installations offer a glimpse of the world 50-100 years from now.
Dubai Museum
Located in the Al Fortressin the Fahidi, built 18th century. It is one of the oldest museums in the city, telling about life in the UAE before the age of oil. Here you can see traditional Arab boats, models of ancient settlements and artifacts found in the desert. The exposition reveals in detail how Bedouins, traders and seafarers lived long before Dubai became a metropolis.
Etihad Museum (Etihad Museum)
A place to learn about the creation of the United Arab Emirates. This museum contains historical documents, photographs and interactive exhibits about the signing of the agreement on the unification of the Emirates in 1971. It is also interesting for its architectural solution - the building symbolizes the pen with which the treaty was signed.
Museum of Illusions.
A real find for lovers of unusual photographs and puzzles. This interactive museum features optical illusions, mirror rooms and exhibits that trick the eye. A great option for families - children will especially enjoy the installations that create the effect of floating in the air and changing gravity.
Al Al Shindagha Shindagha Museum (Museum)
This historical complex is dedicated to the culture and traditions of the Emirates. In the museum you can learn about ancient trading methods, traditional architecture, national cuisine and handicrafts. It also features a unique exhibit, "The House of Perfumery," which explains the importance of fragrances in Arab culture.
Crossroads of Civilizations Museum (Crossroads of Civilizations Museum)
The museum is dedicated to the history of trade and cultural exchange in the region. It contains ancient artifacts, manuscripts, weapons and jewelry that demonstrate how Dubai has been an important trade hub between East and West for centuries.
Dubai offers a diverse selection of museums that will make the journey not only exciting but also educational. If you want to discover the cultural side of the emirate, contact Emirates Fishing Tour and we will help you organize excursions to the most interesting places in the city.
