Zayed National Museum

Highlights

Explore the UAE’s history at its best at the newly opened Zayed National Museum.
Experience Sheikh Zayed’s legacy and leadership, thanks to the museum’s dedicated galleries with his personal belongings, footages, and photos on display.
See the nation’s legendary story coming to life through diverse arts, intriguing exhibits, and interactive displays.
Appreciate the award-winning Lord Norman Foster’s exceptional museum design and the serene Al Masar Garden, with a working falaj irrigation system and a timeline of Sheikh Zayed’s life and the UAE’s past.
Explore permanent galleries highlighting 300,000 years of human history within the Saadiyat Cultural District.

Description

Enter Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi to explore the UAE’s age-old history and Sheikh Zayed’s legacy through well-curated exhibits. Designed by Lord Norman Foster, it features the Al Masar Garden with indigenous landscapes, a falaj irrigation system, and a timeline of the nation’s history. Its permanent galleries feature 300,000 years of human existence, Emirati heritage, and maritime past, all set within the cultural hub of Saadiyat Cultural District, which also hosts other iconic museums such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Experience the UAE’s Living History

Explore the UAE’s history with your Zayed National Museum tickets. Start at the Al Masar Garden, featuring native landscapes, a working falaj irrigation system, multisensory installations, and a timeline chronicling Sheikh Zayed’s life and the nation’s development. The museum’s exhibitions blend archaeological artifacts, historical objects, and interactive exhibits, making history enlightening and appealing for all generations.

Celebrate the Legacy of Sheikh Zayed

Zayed Museum honors Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s founding leader, with exclusive segments displaying his photos, film footage, and letters. They take you through his early years in Al Ain to the unification of the Emirates, depicting his lasting legacy of leadership, culture, and education. From the gallery “Our Beginning” to immersive displays throughout the museum, Sheikh Zayed’s vision and leadership are evident in the museum’s every narrative.

Discover Emirati Culture & Ancient History with Ease

Its permanent galleries present over 300,000 years of the region’s human history, covering archaeological discoveries, the Iron Age, Islamic heritage, maritime trade, and traditional Emirati lifestyles. There are also exhibitions that offer insights into the nation’s growth and journey. Zayed Museum tickets also provide utmost convenience with complimentary parking, free Wi-Fi, and secure locker storage. Enhance your trip by pairing your Zayed Museum visit with Louvre Abu Dhabi tickets. Alternatively, add to your exploration of the capital’s history and culture with Qasr Al Hosn Abu Dhabi tickets.

What's Included

Entry to Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi
Complimentary parking
Free Wi-Fi and secure locker storage

Important Information

Please bring a valid photo ID/passport with you as it is required to be displayed at the entrance.
There will be no refund for partly utilized services.
Our terms and conditions prohibit eating, drinking, and smoking inside the vehicle during any tour that includes transfer services.
Complimentary parking
Free Wi-Fi and secure locker storage
Please check the operational timing on the official website to avoid any inconvenience.

Please Note - Zayed National Museum will also be open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM from 18 February 2026 to 19 March 2026.