Location

Zayed National Museum

Highlights

• Explore six galleries spanning 300,000 years of Emirati history, culture, and innovation through interactive storytelling and immersive exhibitions
• Marvel at the five falcon-wing towers designed by Lord Norman Foster, symbolizing vision, heritage, and sustainabilit
• See over 3,000 artifacts including the Abu Dhabi Pearl, ancient coins, and rare Blue Qur’an manuscripts
• Walk through Al Masar Garden, a 600-meter outdoor gallery narrating Sheikh Zayed’s life across desert and oasis landscapes
• Experience cutting-edge sustainable design featuring geothermal cooling, solar panels, and radiant floor technology
• Enjoy accessible spaces designed for all visitors, including People of Determination and inclusive educational programs
• Step into the UAE’s story at the Zayed National Museum, the nation’s flagship cultural landmark opening in December 2025. Designed by the world-renowned architect Lord Norman Foster, the museum’s five falcon-inspired towers soar over Saadiyat Cultural District, symbolizing strength, vision, and heritage. Inside, six immersive galleries take you through 300,000 years of Emirati history — from ancient civilizations and maritime trade to the life and legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Discover over 3,000 artifacts, including the world’s oldest known pearl, the Blue Qur’an folios, and a reconstructed Bronze-Age Magan boat. Wander through Al Masar Garden, enjoy sustainable design blending tradition with technology, and witness Sheikh Zayed’s timeless dream brought to life through innovation, storytelling, and discovery.