Etihad Museum
Etihad Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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$25.00
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Neighborhood: Jumeirah
Years ago, before the skyscrapers, before the 12-lane highway, there was only Jumeirah. In fact, when the UAE was formed, its rulers signed the agreement in Union House, at the very start of Jumeirah Beach Road. Often called “The Beverly Hills” of Dubai, a drive down Beach Road reveals one enormous, lavish villa after another. Originally residential-only neighborhoods, they are now also home to an array of cafes, smart boutiques, and art galleries. Home to one of Dubai’s few public beaches, this recently renovated area includes a new boardwalk, running and walking track, with changing facilities and cafes along the way. Another landmark, Jumeirah Mosque, is the only mosque in Dubai that can be entered by non-Muslims. As part of the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding, the mosque hosts regular tours and talks about Islam, as part of an “Open Doors, Open Minds” program. A wonderful way to understand more about the UAE and Islam.
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Francis D
Montreal, Canada1,806 contributions
Jan 2022
We didn't quite know what to think after having visited this museum.
From an architectural perspective, this museum is stunning.
The outside shell is slick, nicely designed with smooth lines and nice curves.
From the inside, the idea to have the museum underground is very interesting. The exhibit is very well spaced out and it is presented in a beautiful setting, well decorated.
What made a counter-weight to this is the content of the exhibit itself.
Although quite informative for someone who didn't know much about the creation of the UAE, the various sections were quite repetitive.
It is always the same narrative line that is explained: the Sheiks were great, they were visionaries and thanks to them, we have the UAE today.
It felt overly-patriotic and this repetitiveness got to us at about the halfway point, to the extend we stopped reading the explanations and focuses more on the items on display.
For the building alone, we would recommend a visit.
The parts of UAE history you'll get inside are nice... but be warned that you'll get saturated at some point.
Expect to spend about 1.5 hours there.
From an architectural perspective, this museum is stunning.
The outside shell is slick, nicely designed with smooth lines and nice curves.
From the inside, the idea to have the museum underground is very interesting. The exhibit is very well spaced out and it is presented in a beautiful setting, well decorated.
What made a counter-weight to this is the content of the exhibit itself.
Although quite informative for someone who didn't know much about the creation of the UAE, the various sections were quite repetitive.
It is always the same narrative line that is explained: the Sheiks were great, they were visionaries and thanks to them, we have the UAE today.
It felt overly-patriotic and this repetitiveness got to us at about the halfway point, to the extend we stopped reading the explanations and focuses more on the items on display.
For the building alone, we would recommend a visit.
The parts of UAE history you'll get inside are nice... but be warned that you'll get saturated at some point.
Expect to spend about 1.5 hours there.
Written February 27, 2022
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Carolina Moreira
Dubai, United Arab Emirates13 contributions
Aug 2022
I LOVED IT!! I'm a Dubai resident and this museum is absolutely necessary to perpetuate the culture and history of this beautiful country. The moment I stepped in I could see how personal and caring the staff was, always with a smile and willing to help. They took the time to talk to you while always being nice. I really want to highlight how caring every single person was at the museum that made me feel like "at home". I want to highlight the sympathy of Lee, since she was impeccable and caring all the time. It was lovely to meet her and to engage in a conversation with her.
The decoration and the meaning behind the design is out of this world. The facilities are awesome, since the 3D videos to the way they present information.
Even the restaurant of the museum was incredible.
Besides, the price is super affordable!
I'm so happy that I took the time to visit the museum and will DEFINITELY recommend it to my friends and take my family there once they come to visit me.
The decoration and the meaning behind the design is out of this world. The facilities are awesome, since the 3D videos to the way they present information.
Even the restaurant of the museum was incredible.
Besides, the price is super affordable!
I'm so happy that I took the time to visit the museum and will DEFINITELY recommend it to my friends and take my family there once they come to visit me.
Written August 31, 2022
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P34rl.91
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates149 contributions
Sep 2021 • Solo
No any doubt for giving 5/5 for Etihad museum
The museum was modern and full of necessary information and equipments to help you understand the history of UAE.
My most favourite thing fo Etihad museum is timing. They close late (8PM) which makes me feel comfortable to visit in the evening (to be honest weather during afternoon is too hot to go out)
If you are historical traveller or museum lover please dont miss this place!!!
Ps.it's quite difficult to find taxi back from there. Taxi application will be helpful for your transportation on the way back home
The museum was modern and full of necessary information and equipments to help you understand the history of UAE.
My most favourite thing fo Etihad museum is timing. They close late (8PM) which makes me feel comfortable to visit in the evening (to be honest weather during afternoon is too hot to go out)
If you are historical traveller or museum lover please dont miss this place!!!
Ps.it's quite difficult to find taxi back from there. Taxi application will be helpful for your transportation on the way back home
Written September 19, 2021
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Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand4,444 contributions
Oct 2019
The Ethihad Museum is all about the formation of the UAE, joining the seven emirates into one union. It's excellent history for those unfamiliar with the formation of UAE, but it seems to be a missed opportunity that the museum includes little else about the history and culture of the region. Seems it's seldom visited; the day we went, we had the place pretty much to ourselves. Some of the staff seemed a bit put out that we interrupted their rest. Can't say as I'd recommend the place unless you're really out of other things to do.
Written January 5, 2020
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Thank you for your recent visit to Etihad Museum and review on TripAdvisor. While we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed getting to know the history of the union, it is with regret to learn of the inconvenience that you have encountered during your visit. Kindly accept my sincere apologies that we did not live up to your expectations on this occasion. In the meantime, please be assured that we will make every effort to pay attention to more details. Again, We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to the museum in the future.
Written April 19, 2020
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2torontotraveller
Toronto, Canada1,919 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I visited this museum while on a shore excursion in Dubai. This museum is very showy on the outside and very large and spacious in the inside. It covers the story of the formation of the UAE. It is quite beautiful but it doesn't have enough material to fill the space. However it is still an interesting museum to see.
Written January 20, 2020
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Thank you for your visit to Etihad Museum and your feedback. We highly appreciate your review and hope to see you again!
Written February 9, 2020
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Olivia
Geneva, Switzerland12 contributions
Nov 2019
Etihad Museum gives you some real insight into the history and heritage of Dubai. It is very interesting museum very modern and very interactive. Moreover, this museum is very interesting to understand the creation of Emirates; of course it is not an old country. We highly recommend it to learn about UAE modern history. Thanks.
Written June 27, 2020
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Thank you for your visit to Etihad Museum and your feedback. We highly appreciate your review and hope to see you again!
Written September 1, 2020
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Camillo71
Berlin24 contributions
Feb 2020
Beautifully designed and kept, it's a great little museum to find out more about the history of the Emirates, how they were founded and the challenges they faced. It's located next to the house that saw the birth of the UAE, and it can be visited as well. Very good way to spend a couple of hours. It's not free though.
Written February 10, 2020
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Thank you for your visit to Etihad Museum and your feedback. We highly appreciate your review and hope to see you again!
Written April 19, 2020
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Wikumj
Redhill, UK433 contributions
Mar 2022
Very lavish building and museum with very fancy interactive exhibits and audio/video technology.
We found it a bit underwhelming and a bit repetitive however, as it focuses on the formation of UAE and all the exhibits seem to go over the same material, of how the Emirati tribes came together.
We found the Dubai Creek Museum at the Al Shindagha museum more interesting for providing insight into Dubai over the centuries and how ordinary people lived in those times, and the stages of Dubai's development
We found it a bit underwhelming and a bit repetitive however, as it focuses on the formation of UAE and all the exhibits seem to go over the same material, of how the Emirati tribes came together.
We found the Dubai Creek Museum at the Al Shindagha museum more interesting for providing insight into Dubai over the centuries and how ordinary people lived in those times, and the stages of Dubai's development
Written March 7, 2022
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Alwew A
31 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
The place is amazing the shape of museum looks like a folded paper which represents the union agreement of 7th emirates in 1971 . The whole museum is build underground and around the foundations of the historical building which is union house . The museum talking about the formation of the UAE in high technology and also very nice for school trips . Highly recommended to visit ;)
Written February 11, 2020
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Thank you Alwewa for your recent visit to Etihad Museum we are glad to hear that you had a pleasant experience and hope to see you soon again!
Written April 19, 2020
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Professor_UK
London, UK97 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Free parking, lots of parking spaces. Large building, lovely architecture. No queues. Not busy. Great way to learn some history about UAE. I don't recommend eating at the cafe - Indian waitress was not at all friendly. I asked for americano with milk on the side. She brought the milk in a bowel (not mini jug), coffee in a small cup which was warm (not hot). Service was poor which is a shame as it spoiled the whole experience.
Written May 11, 2023
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Is there an entrance fee?
Can it be reached from Al Fahidi metro?
Written December 26, 2019
Hi, Caroln485, I seem to remember paying 25 AED each.
It isn't walking distance from a metro station, unless you're a very keen walker, but if you get off the metro at World Trade Centre it's not a long taxi ride.
Hope that helps!
Written December 30, 2019
Haven't tried to bring one, but also didn't see this type of restriction signs.
Written June 26, 2017
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