Highlights
- Explore the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi with an entry ticket
- Learn about the UAE's history and culture with an audio guide
- Discover Sheikh Zayed's legacy and vision at your own pace
- Visit six permanent galleries and a temporary exhibition space
- Stroll through the Al Masar Garden, inspired by the UAE's landscapes
Description
Experience the story of the United Arab Emirates at the Zayed National Museum, the country's national museum located in Abu Dhabi's renowned Saadiyat Cultural District. Dedicated to the life and vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the museum takes visitors on a fascinating journey through more than 300,000 years of history, from prehistoric civilizations to the modern UAE.
Use the included audio guide on your smartphone for extra context during your self-guided visit. Learn more about the exhibitions, UAE history, cultural stories, and Sheikh Zayed’s vision as you move through the museum at your own pace.
Explore six permanent galleries filled with archaeological discoveries, historical artifacts, immersive multimedia displays, and interactive storytelling that reveal the nation's culture, traditions, innovation, and remarkable transformation. Cutting-edge smart glass technology, immersive soundscapes, and engaging educational experiences bring history to life for visitors of all ages.
Your ticket also includes access to the museum's temporary exhibition space and the spectacular Al Masar Garden, a 600-meter outdoor gallery inspired by the UAE's diverse landscapes, connecting desert, oasis, and urban environments through beautifully designed walking paths.
Designed by Foster + Partners, the museum's iconic architecture features five soaring falcon-wing towers that symbolize the strength, heritage, and ambitions of the United Arab Emirates while incorporating sustainable cooling techniques inspired by traditional Arabian architecture.
Includes
Entry ticket to Zayed National Museum
Access to the museum exhibition areas
Audio guide on your smartphone
Mobile ticket or voucher
Children under 18 years old are free of charge.
Children under 12 years old may enter only when accompanied by an adult.
Important Information
- Bring a valid photo ID if requested
- Mobile tickets are accepted
- Entry is timed; please arrive 10–15 minutes before your selected timeslot
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- The museum is fully wheelchair accessible
- Free Wi-Fi, cloakrooms, prayer rooms, and parking are available
- Allow approximately 2–3 hours for your visit
- Photography for personal use is permitted, but professional equipment is not allowed
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
