Al Shindagha Museum is the perfect way to get acquainted with the history of Dubai.

Located on the banks of Dubai Creek, where His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was born, Al Shindagha Museum is the destination to give visitors all-round knowledge of the great history of the Emirate of Dubai.

Al Shindagha Museum is a world-class heritage museum that connects Emiratis, residents, and visitors to the rich heritage of the UAE, embracing traditional values and revealing powerful continuities between past and contemporary Emirati identity. Here you can discover both tangible and intangible reminders of the UAE’s captivating past. Managed by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, the museum is part of the Authority’s mandate to enhance Dubai’s cultural offering as well as preserve Emirati heritage and present it to the audience.

If you’re going to take part in one cultural expedition in Dubai, let this be it. Here are the reasons why:

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You will explore every aspect of UAE heritage

Al Shindagha Museum has two main highlights. The first is the ‘Perfume House,’ which is home to a multi-sensory perfume experience that showcases traditional and industrial perfume-making techniques, highlighting local excellence. The second is ‘The Dubai Creek: Birth of a City’ section that serves as a starting point for visitors by introducing them to the history of Dubai through an immersive journey that encompasses artefacts and archival photography, charting Dubai’s development into the thriving metropolis it is today.

Furthermore, you’ll discover the creativity of the UAE, jewellery and medicines, along with the beauty adornments worn by women and the history of the land and sea that surrounds you.

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Your visit will be hassle-free

To kick-off your visit to a swift start, Al Shindagha Museum is equipped with a smooth ticketing system, as queues are kept in check by the helpful staff who can help you with all your queries.

All ages will value from this visit

This is a guaranteed fun day out for all of the family. From allowing kids to explore the rich past of the Emirate to elders who would seek foundational information about Dubai – Al Shindagha has something for everyone.

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The important bits:

Al Shindagha Museum is open daily from 10am – 6pm and on Fridays from 2:30 – 9pm. It is closed on Tuesdays.

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