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Save with this combo ticket and discover the newly opened Zayed National Museum’s UAE heritage and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. Getting started Begin at either museum; simply present your ticket at the main entrance for validation and security checks. Staff are on hand to guide you to galleries, facilities, and accessible routes at both locations. What to expect Zayed National Museum Explore the UAE’s national museum, tracing 300,000 years of history and honoring the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The museum’s galleries and interactive exhibits celebrate the nation’s heritage and values. Features:
- Six permanent galleries: View over 1,500 objects, from ancient stone tools to rare Blue Quran folios, showcasing key archaeological and cultural milestones.
- Al Masar Garden: Walk a 600-metre outdoor gallery that links desert, oasis, and urban landscapes, offering a sensory introduction to the UAE’s environment.
- Magan Boat reconstruction: See an 18-metre Bronze Age trading vessel, built using traditional methods and modern research, displayed in the central atrium.
- Multi-sensory exhibits: Experience UAE history through interactive displays, immersive soundscapes, and scent-inspired installations—one of the first museums globally to offer this.
- Educational zones: Engage with hands-on learning, smart glass technology, and transparent screens for all ages.
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Journey through 13.8 billion years of Earth’s evolution, from the Big Bang to the present, in a museum designed to inspire curiosity and scientific discovery. Features:
- The Story of Earth: Follow the origins of the universe with meteorites, minerals, and fossil specimens.
- The Evolving World: Encounter life-size dinosaur skeletons, including ‘Stan’ the T. rex.
- The Lost World of Abu Dhabi: Step back 7 million years to when the UAE was a lush savannah, with fossils unique to the region.
- Our World: Explore diverse ecosystems, from Arctic tundra to deep oceans.
- Resilient Planet: Discover how nature adapts and evolves, connecting past and present for a sustainable future.
- Atrium: Enjoy free access to a public space where towering sauropod dinosaurs greet visitors.
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- Unlock entry to both the Zayed National Museum and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi with this value combo, plus complimentary Wi-Fi at both.
- Explore 300,000 years of UAE history at Zayed National Museum, featuring six galleries, interactive exhibits, and Al Masar Garden.
- Learn the story of Earth across 13.8 billion years, with T. rex ‘Stan’, a blue whale, and rare meteorites at the Natural History Museum.
- Wander Al Masar Garden’s 600-metre outdoor gallery, connecting desert, oasis, and city landscapes in one sensory journey.
- Enjoy access to main exhibitions and select temporary exhibits at both museums, perfect for curious minds and families alike.
- *Zayed National Museum
- Entry ticket to Zayed National Museum
- Access to six permanent galleries
- Access to temporary exhibition space
- Access to outdoor gallery (Al Masar Garden)
- Access to educational zones
- Access to multimedia displays
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- *Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
- Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
- Access to main exhibitions, select free temporary exhibitions, Atrium public space
- Free Wi-Fi
- Guided tours
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Getting there: Zayed National Museum - Trojan Site Office, Al Saadiyat Island - Cultural District, Abu Dhabi, NY.
- Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
- Wear modest attire that is respectful and appropriate to UAE culture.
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and a water bottle are recommended for outdoor areas such as Al Masar Garden.
- Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
- You may bring a pram or stroller; the museum is family-friendly and prams are welcome.
- Consider bringing your own headphones if you wish to use multimedia guides.
- Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum for security reasons.
- Sharp objects, weapons, and items that could be used as weapons are strictly prohibited.
- Food and drinks not for personal consumption, alcohol, and illegal substances are not permitted.
- Professional media, photography, and recording equipment are not allowed. Photography is permitted for personal, non-commercial use only.
- Recreational transport (bicycles, skateboards, scooters), large umbrellas, animals (except registered service animals), and items producing excessive noise are not allowed.
- Items, clothing, or banners containing religious, political, provocative, or obscene content are prohibited.
