Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
Explore 13.8 billion years of natural history at the region’s largest institution of its kind, opening on November 22 in the Saadiyat Cultural District. From Stan the T. rex to rare meteorites, ancient UAE fossils, immersive climate galleries, and future-world explorations, the museum offers a spectacular journey through Earth’s past, present, and future.
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Journey through 13.8 billion years of Earth's story, from the Big Bang to the future of our planet, at the new Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi.
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Your entry includes access to all main exhibitions, select free temporary exhibits, and the Atrium public space.
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See displays like the T. rex skeleton ‘Stan’, a 25-meter blue whale specimen, and rare meteorites.
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The museum’s architecture is inspired by natural rock formations, blending seamlessly with Saadiyat Island’s landscape.
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Journey through 13.8 billion years of Earth's story, from the Big Bang to the future of our planet, at the new Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi.
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Your entry includes access to all main exhibitions, select free temporary exhibits, and the Atrium public space.
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See displays like the T. rex skeleton ‘Stan’, a 25-meter blue whale specimen, and rare meteorites.
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The museum’s architecture is inspired by natural rock formations, blending seamlessly with Saadiyat Island’s landscape.
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Save on two attractions with this convenient, value-packed entry to teamLab Phenomena and the Natural History Museum, ideal for art lovers and curious minds alike.
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Dive into teamLab’s interactive digital art, where installations respond to your touch, motion, and even the environment.
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Step into dreamlike spaces at teamLab, from floating spheres in “Levitation Void” to glowing orbs in “Massless Suns and Dark Suns.”
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Travel through 13.8 billion years of Earth’s story at the Natural History Museum, featuring a T. rex skeleton and a 25-meter blue whale.
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Enjoy access to children’s activity areas, family amenities, and the museum’s Atrium public space, perfect for all ages.
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Save on two attractions with this convenient, value-packed entry to teamLab Phenomena and the Natural History Museum, ideal for art lovers and curious minds alike.
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Dive into teamLab’s interactive digital art, where installations respond to your touch, motion, and even the environment.
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Step into dreamlike spaces at teamLab, from floating spheres in “Levitation Void” to glowing orbs in “Massless Suns and Dark Suns.”
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Travel through 13.8 billion years of Earth’s story at the Natural History Museum, featuring a T. rex skeleton and a 25-meter blue whale.
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Enjoy access to children’s activity areas, family amenities, and the museum’s Atrium public space, perfect for all ages.
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Explore artefacts dating back over 300,000 years at the Zayed National Museum, where ancient history sits alongside modern innovation.
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Entry includes access to six permanent galleries, a temporary exhibition, Al Masar Garden, and interactive educational zones.
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Explore hands-on exhibits with smart glass technology, immersive soundscapes, and digital storytelling throughout the museum.
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Al Masar Garden’s 600-metre outdoor gallery connects desert, oasis, and urban landscapes for a unique sensory experience.
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See highlights like the 4,000-year-old Magan Boat, rare Blue Quran folios, and the Abu Dhabi Pearl.
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Explore artefacts dating back over 300,000 years at the Zayed National Museum, where ancient history sits alongside modern innovation.
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Entry includes access to six permanent galleries, a temporary exhibition, Al Masar Garden, and interactive educational zones.
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Explore hands-on exhibits with smart glass technology, immersive soundscapes, and digital storytelling throughout the museum.
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Al Masar Garden’s 600-metre outdoor gallery connects desert, oasis, and urban landscapes for a unique sensory experience.
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See highlights like the 4,000-year-old Magan Boat, rare Blue Quran folios, and the Abu Dhabi Pearl.
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Enjoy entry to Zayed National Museum and The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, with access to galleries, bio-domes, and interactive exhibits.
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Discover artefacts spanning 300,000 years, hands-on displays, and the lush Al Masar Garden at Zayed National Museum.
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Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and walk among 10,000 butterflies in Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary.
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Encounter wildlife including sloths, caiman crocodiles, bearcats, koi fish, and exotic insects at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.
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Explore educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles and conservation, plus a koi fish feeding experience.
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Enjoy entry to Zayed National Museum and The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, with access to galleries, bio-domes, and interactive exhibits.
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Discover artefacts spanning 300,000 years, hands-on displays, and the lush Al Masar Garden at Zayed National Museum.
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Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and walk among 10,000 butterflies in Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary.
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Encounter wildlife including sloths, caiman crocodiles, bearcats, koi fish, and exotic insects at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.
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Explore educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles and conservation, plus a koi fish feeding experience.
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See Abu Dhabi’s top attractions in one day — Qasr Al Watan’s palace halls and the Natural History Museum’s immersive galleries.
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Explore opulent halls, ceremonial chambers, interactive UAE heritage exhibits, and stroll the beautifully landscaped palace gardens at Qar Al Watan.
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Learn about 13.8 billion years of Earth’s story with fossils, dinosaur skeletons, meteorites, and hands-on exhibits at National History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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See Abu Dhabi’s top attractions in one day — Qasr Al Watan’s palace halls and the Natural History Museum’s immersive galleries.
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Explore opulent halls, ceremonial chambers, interactive UAE heritage exhibits, and stroll the beautifully landscaped palace gardens at Qar Al Watan.
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Learn about 13.8 billion years of Earth’s story with fossils, dinosaur skeletons, meteorites, and hands-on exhibits at National History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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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.
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Explore 300,000 years of UAE history at Zayed National Museum, featuring six galleries, interactive exhibits, and Al Masar Garden.
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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.
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Wander Al Masar Garden’s 600-metre outdoor gallery, connecting desert, oasis, and city landscapes in one sensory journey.
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Enjoy access to main exhibitions and select temporary exhibits at both museums, perfect for curious minds and families alike.
More details
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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.
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Explore 300,000 years of UAE history at Zayed National Museum, featuring six galleries, interactive exhibits, and Al Masar Garden.
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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.
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Wander Al Masar Garden’s 600-metre outdoor gallery, connecting desert, oasis, and city landscapes in one sensory journey.
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Enjoy access to main exhibitions and select temporary exhibits at both museums, perfect for curious minds and families alike.
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Visit Abu Dhabi’s top spots in a day — see marine life at the National Aquarium and 13.8 billion years of history at the Natural History Museum in one ticket.
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Explore ten marine zones with sharks, rays, turtles, and tropical fish, plus interactive exhibits and live shows at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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See fossils, dinosaur skeletons, and meteorites while learning about evolution, geology, and UAE natural history at National History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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Visit Abu Dhabi’s top spots in a day — see marine life at the National Aquarium and 13.8 billion years of history at the Natural History Museum in one ticket.
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Explore ten marine zones with sharks, rays, turtles, and tropical fish, plus interactive exhibits and live shows at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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See fossils, dinosaur skeletons, and meteorites while learning about evolution, geology, and UAE natural history at National History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum, with access to all main exhibitions and public spaces.
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Discover 12,000 years of art at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, from ancient relics to modern masterpieces and world-class exhibitions.
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Marvel at the iconic geometric dome, the mesmerizing rain of light, and interactive fun at the Children’s Museum.
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Explore 13.8 billion years of natural history, from T. rex ‘Stan’ to a 25-meter blue whale, in a museum inspired by rock formations.
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This combo ticket saves you money and time, making it the easiest way to experience two of Abu Dhabi’s top museums.
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Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum, with access to all main exhibitions and public spaces.
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Discover 12,000 years of art at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, from ancient relics to modern masterpieces and world-class exhibitions.
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Marvel at the iconic geometric dome, the mesmerizing rain of light, and interactive fun at the Children’s Museum.
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Explore 13.8 billion years of natural history, from T. rex ‘Stan’ to a 25-meter blue whale, in a museum inspired by rock formations.
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This combo ticket saves you money and time, making it the easiest way to experience two of Abu Dhabi’s top museums.
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Enjoy combo entry to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum, with free shuttle service and Wi-Fi included.
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Ferrari World brings you 25+ rides, including the world’s fastest rollercoaster—perfect for thrill-seekers and families alike.
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At the Natural History Museum, travel from the Big Bang to today with exhibits like a T. rex skeleton, blue whale, and rare meteorites.
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Ferrari World tickets are valid for up to 9 months, so you can plan your adventure whenever it suits you.
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The museum’s architecture is inspired by natural rock formations, creating a unique setting on Saadiyat Island.
More details
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Enjoy combo entry to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum, with free shuttle service and Wi-Fi included.
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Ferrari World brings you 25+ rides, including the world’s fastest rollercoaster—perfect for thrill-seekers and families alike.
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At the Natural History Museum, travel from the Big Bang to today with exhibits like a T. rex skeleton, blue whale, and rare meteorites.
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Ferrari World tickets are valid for up to 9 months, so you can plan your adventure whenever it suits you.
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The museum’s architecture is inspired by natural rock formations, creating a unique setting on Saadiyat Island.
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About Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
As a highlight of Abu Dhabi’s museum collection, the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi offers a unique blend of science, education, and regional heritage. Its interactive galleries and iconic fossil displays make it a top pick for families, school groups, and anyone seeking an inspiring indoor adventure in the city’s cultural heart.
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Main Entrance
The Main Entrance is located within Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District, easily identifiable as the primary access point to the museum. The entrance is step-free and designed to be accessible for wheelchair users and strollers. Wide automatic doors and level pathways ensure a comfortable arrival for all visitors. Signage in English and Arabic guides guests from the drop-off area directly to the entrance lobby.
Opening Hours: Official daily opening hours for the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi have not been announced. Please refer to your ticket or the museum’s website for the latest schedule.
Last Entry: Last admission time is not specified; visitors are advised to arrive earlier in the day to ensure ample time for exploration.
Special Hours/Closures: Details regarding holiday hours, special event closures, or seasonal adjustments are currently unavailable. Always verify timings close to your visit date for any updates.
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