AL Shindagha Museum - Entry Ticket

Step into Emirati culture

Start your visit with a warm welcome—Arabic coffee, fresh dates, and traditional Emirati attire in a beautifully styled majlis. It’s an authentic and memorable way to experience local hospitality.

Explore 21 unique heritage houses

Your ticket gives access to 21 houses, including The Al Maktoum Residence, the Craft House, and the Perfume House. Each space highlights a different aspect of Emirati life, from royal history to traditional crafts and scents.

Learn all about Dubai’s maritime roots

Wrap up your visit with a powerful multimedia show at the historic Creek, where Dubai’s transformation from trading port to modern city comes to life through an immersive, sensory experience.

AL Shindagha Museum - Entry Ticket

Discover Al Shindagha Museum on this sightseeing tour that includes guided visits to the Al Maktoum Residence, Community Hall, and 21 heritage houses. The museum covers over 50,000 square feet of exhibits showcasing Dubai's rich history from the early 19th century through modern times. Visitors will spend approximately two hours exploring various interactive displays, multimedia presentations, and traditional Emirati artifacts. Audio guides are available in Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish, and Hindi to enhance your experience. The tour also includes access to a majlis where guests can dress in traditional attire for photo opportunities, as well as complimentary Arabic coffee and fresh dates served by knowledgeable Cultural Guides. This comprehensive tour offers an immersive journey through Dubai's past and present, providing insights into the city’s maritime history along the historic Creek dating back to 1902 when it was first established.

Explore Al Shindagha Museum

Your tour stops at Al Shindagha Museum where you can delve into Dubai's vibrant heritage through hands-on exhibits and dynamic displays. Established in 1997, the museum spans over 50,000 square feet with a collection of more than 2,000 artifacts including traditional boats, household items, and cultural relics. Visitors will see the Al Maktoum Residence built in 1836, the interactive Community Hall inaugurated in 2004, and rotating exhibits that highlight Dubai's maritime history. Guests typically spend about two hours exploring these sites, learning about the city’s transformation from a small fishing village to an international metropolis. Unlike other museums focused solely on modern architecture or contemporary art, Al Shindagha Museum uniquely captures the essence of traditional Emirati life and its evolution over time. This makes it essential for understanding Dubai's cultural roots and significance.

Experience The Al Maktoum Residence

At The Al Maktoum Residence, guests can immerse themselves in a piece of history dating back to 1836 when Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum first resided there. This historic site covers approximately 20,000 square feet and features original rooms showcasing authentic Emirati furnishings from the early 19th century. Visitors will spend around 45 minutes exploring these spaces, learning about the daily life of Dubai's ruling family during this period. The residence stands out for its preservation of traditional architecture and artifacts compared to more modern museums focusing on contemporary collections or abstract art installations. It is crucial for understanding the socio-economic changes in Dubai’s early development stages.

Discover Community Hall

Your tour continues at the interactive Community Hall where you can engage with cutting-edge multimedia experiences along the historic Creek, a vital part of Dubai's maritime history since 1902. The hall covers about 15,000 square feet and offers dynamic displays that bring to life the stories of early settlers and traders who shaped the city’s identity. Visitors typically spend an hour here exploring various exhibits including multimedia stations, interactive maps, and historical artifacts. Unlike other community centers focused on current events or future projections, Community Hall uniquely captures the essence of Dubai's past through immersive storytelling techniques.

Tour Highlights

• Delve into heritage at Al Shindagha Museum
• Visit The Al Maktoum Residence in 1836
• Explore rotating exhibits in Community Hall since 2004
• Audio guides available in Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish, and Hindi
• Savor Arabic coffee at Cultural Guides welcome area
• Dress in traditional attire for photo opportunities in majlis
• Access all 21 heritage houses built between 1836-1950s
• Engage with multimedia experiences along historic Creek since 1902

Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and families, this sightseeing tour provides an in-depth look at Dubai's evolution through guided visits to Al Shindagha Museum, The Al Maktoum Residence, and Community Hall. You will have the opportunity to explore hands-on exhibits, learn about maritime history along the Creek, and dress in traditional attire for photo-worthy moments. This comprehensive journey allows you to experience the rich cultural heritage of Dubai while enjoying interactive displays and multimedia presentations.