Zayed National Museum, located in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District, celebrates the UAE’s rich heritage and the legacy of its Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Through six permanent galleries, a temporary exhibition space, and an outdoor gallery, visitors embark on a journey through the nation’s history, where every object tells a story of its people, culture, and enduring values.

Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the United Arab Emirates, proudly stands at the heart of Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District. Celebrating the UAE’s diverse landscapes and the timeless wisdom of its ancestors, the museum brings the nation’s heritage to life while reflecting the Emirati identity of today. It takes visitors on an inspiring journey through the UAE’s history, its people, and its Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, across six permanent galleries, a temporary exhibition space, and an outdoor gallery. Each object on display tells a story of its maker, its purpose, how it was cherished and passed down through generations, and what it reveals about the place where it was found. Every element of the museum is shaped by the legacy and values of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, which continue to illuminate the nation’s story.

• General admission

• Activities
• Food and beverages
• Boutique shop
• Guided tour

• Cultural District - Al Saadiyat Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

All tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Opening Timings: Daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Last entry 1 hour before closing time Museum Visitor Guidelines: 1. Security Screening • All visitors and belongings are screened before entry. • Remove metallic items, jackets, belts, etc. for X-ray scanning. • Large bags (over 55 x 38 x 20 cm) are not allowed and must be stored in the cloakroom or off-site. • Wheelchairs, strollers, and medical devices are also screened. • Random additional checks may occur. 2. Prohibited Items • Weapons, hazardous materials, alcohol, drugs, or illegal substances • Large bags, luggage, sporting equipment, drones, scooters, etc. • Food, drinks, liquids (including bottled water inside galleries) • Confetti, balloons, paint, laser pointers, and loud/noisy devices • Animals (except certified service dogs) 3. Inside Galleries • No food, drinks, gum, large bags, or luggage • No pens, paints, or liquids • No tripods, selfie sticks, flash, or professional photography without approval • Baby feeding only in designated areas 4. Prohibited Activities • No smoking (except in designated areas) • No running, climbing, loud behaviour, or touching artworks • Keep at least one arm’s length from artworks • No eating, drinking, or sitting on floors/barriers in galleries • Do not leave belongings unattended 5. Children • Must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times 6. Security & Compliance • Follow all instructions from security staff • Prohibited items will be held and returned upon exit with ID • Illegal items will be reported to the police • Failure to comply may result in denied entry