Best museums in Dubai

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Sharjah Art Foundation
A cultural organisation with an extensive collection of contemporary art and regular exhibitions. The foundation supports local and international artists through exhibitions, workshops and art residencies.
The Majlis Gallery
One of Dubai’s oldest galleries, showcasing contemporary artists through exhibitions of diverse styles and techniques.
The Green Planet
A biodome with a tropical rainforest featuring exotic plants, animals, and exhibitions on ecology and biodiversity.
Dubai International Art Centre
A cultural centre with a variety of art exhibitions and events. The centre offers courses in painting, sculpture, photography and other arts.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
A branch of the renowned French museum showcasing masterpieces of world art in a modern architectural setting.
Sama L Ain
A contemporary art hub connecting artists and collectors. It showcases works from around the world, fostering creativity and dialogue.
Dubai Opera
An architectural landmark of Dubai shaped like a traditional dhow, hosting opera, ballet, theater performances, and concerts.
Alserkal Avenue
A cultural precinct with many galleries, studios and performance spaces. This area hosts contemporary art exhibitions, cultural events and educational workshops.
Madame Tussauds Dubai
The iconic wax museum with branches worldwide is now in Dubai on Bluewaters Island. As the first Madame Tussauds in the Middle East, it features global celebrities and regularly updated figures.
Hatta Heritage Village
A cultural complex recreating traditional Arab life with houses, forts, towers, and crafts.
Etihad Museum
A historical museum dedicated to the formation of the UAE and its early steps on the international stage.