Top History Museums in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
History Museums in Dubai
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- Orem10 contributionsAna amazing place to visit described as the oldest and first to be built in Dubai
I've visited it during a you with Mohamed (Aladdin tour), it was worth itWritten 15 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AndyHong Kong, China9 contributionsMuseum is wonderfully designed. We especially liked the library which has a good collection of historical books and photographs, enlightening us on the history and culture of the country. However, I was expecting more exhibits on the history but the displays lack depth & context for a foreigner.Written 16 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- leila lSulaymaniyah, Iraq19 contributionsThe access fee is small and you get to visit two places, the perfumes show room and the creek's history room, overall it's a nice experience and good information.Written 27 December 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Colette D4 contributionsWould thoroughly recommend this museum. It is divided into about 14 ‘houses’ each devoted to a theme such as the birth of Dubai, arts and crafts, perfumes etc. The displays and audio visual supplements are excellent and best of all each house has a guide who explains and walks you through the exhibits and answers questions you may have. We were there about 2 hours and only managed to do 5 of the houses. So we would definitely return on our next trip to Dubai. The houses are air conditioned (which was a welcomed relief in August) and the entry fee was very modest - great value for money.Written 9 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rosario_itBelgium1,827 contributionsThe house is very attractive and it has been beatifully restored.
The architecture is very beautiful and there were particularly beautiful wooden doors and windows.Written 10 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HASHER2 contributionsThe museum is amazing and you can see the real history of the region, by amazing old othentic manuscripts and rare items. from the local gallery and the religion gallery. i dont think i see anything similar to this around. highly reccomand to the history lovers. i like the most the Pearl Gallery and the religious one.Written 5 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nigel sStirling, UK38 contributionsA well laid out, information packed, calm and studious museum away from the "madding crowd". Dropped in here having already been to Dubai Museum. This was Soo much better. Quiet and dignified with good signage, easy to follow route and helpful staff. Ticket also gives admittance to the new perfume museum around the corner - which was also well worth a visit.Written 5 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Luc Victor.753 contributionsOne of the attractions at the Al Bastakiya/Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, stamp lovers will definitely have a field day at the Philately House as this place has stamps dating back from the turn of the century. Many of these are still displayed with the postcards or envelopes they traveled with. The stamps themselves reflect the culture and the milieu – showing prominent figureheads, attractions, and sights the world over. If you love history, culture and your snail mail, you will love it here.Written 14 March 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wael A1 contributionI was so pleased to visit such as a nice museum where showing various types of emirates khanayar which is pure traditionalWritten 24 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dubai
- These places are best for history museums in Dubai:
- Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
- Etihad Museum
- The Dubai Heritage Village
- Al Shindagha Museum
- Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House
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- These are the best places for budget-friendly history museums in Dubai:
- Etihad Museum
- Al Shindagha Museum
- Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
- Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House
- The Dubai Heritage Village