Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
Step into Zayed National Museum on Saadiyat Island, where six galleries trace 300,000 years of UAE history through 1,500 artifacts.
- Walk through six permanent galleries spanning 300,000 years of UAE and regional history
- View more than 1,500 artifacts drawn from a collection of over 3,000 pieces
- Learn about Sheikh Zayed's life, values, and vision for the UAE through immersive storytelling
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Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket
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September 2026
Passengers
£8.60 each
What's included
- Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi for one adult
About this ticket
This voucher covers one adult entry to the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi on the date you book, with no fixed timeslot to plan around. You go straight to the ticket gate in the Cultural District on Al Saadiyat Island and enter at any point during opening hours: 10:00–18:30 Monday to Thursday, and 10:00–20:30 Friday to Sunday. Unlike the other tickets here, it covers this museum alone and does not bundle in a second Saadiyat venue.
Practical info
The ticket is booked for one specific date and is valid on that date only; there is no timed entry slot, so you can arrive whenever suits within opening hours. Entry is at the ticket gate on Al Saadiyat Island, Cultural District, Abu Dhabi. Priced per adult.
How to redeem
You receive a PDF voucher after booking. Show it at the museum's ticket gate on Al Saadiyat Island to be admitted.
Important notes
- Non-refundable once booked
- Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times
- Photography and filming may be restricted in some areas
- Galleries and exhibits may change or close without prior notice, and access is subject to visitor capacity
Single-entry adult admission to the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi on a set date, with no timeslot.
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£8.60 each
Louvre Abu Dhabi Ticket+Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket
Two-museum ticket combining Louvre Abu Dhabi with the Natural History Museum, used across up to three days.
Entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi for one adult · Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi for one adult
Non-refundable
From
£13.45
per person
What's included
- Entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi for one adult
- Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi for one adult
About this ticket
This ticket covers one adult entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and one to the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, both in Saadiyat Cultural District. Your admission is valid for first entry on the date you select, and you then have three days from that first visit to use the second museum, so the two need not be done on the same day. At Louvre Abu Dhabi, entry closes at 18:00 Tuesday to Thursday and 20:00 Friday to Sunday, and the museum is shut on Mondays.
Practical info
Valid for first entry on the selected date; the second museum must be visited within three days of the first visit. Louvre Abu Dhabi opening hours are 10:00–18:30 Tuesday to Thursday (last entry 18:00) and 10:00–20:30 Friday to Sunday (last entry 20:00). Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Priced per adult.
How to redeem
You receive a PDF voucher after booking. Present it at the ticket gate at Louvre Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Cultural District, and at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi gate for that visit.
Important notes
- Louvre Abu Dhabi is closed on Mondays
- No refunds or modifications once purchased
- Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
Two-museum ticket combining Louvre Abu Dhabi with the Natural History Museum, used across up to three days.
Zayed National Museum Ticket + Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket
Two-museum ticket pairing Zayed National Museum with the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
Entry to Zayed National Museum · Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
Non-refundable
From
£13.45
per person
What's included
- Entry to Zayed National Museum
- Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
About this ticket
This ticket gives one adult entry to Zayed National Museum and one to the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, which sit beside each other in the Cultural District on Al Saadiyat Island. Your admission is valid for first entry on the date you select, and the second museum can be visited any time within three days of that first visit. Each museum is entered at its own ticket gate, so you can do both back to back or split them across your stay.
Practical info
Valid for first entry on the selected date, with the second museum to be visited within three days of the first. Both venues are in the Cultural District, Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, and you enter during their published operating hours. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Priced per adult.
How to redeem
You receive a PDF voucher after booking. Present it at the ticket gate of the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi for that museum, and at the Zayed National Museum ticket gate for that one.
Important notes
- No refunds or modifications once purchased
- Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
Two-museum ticket pairing Zayed National Museum with the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
About this experience
Zayed National Museum sits at the heart of Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District, tracing the story of the UAE from prehistoric times through to the present day. Six permanent galleries spread across two floors hold more than 1,500 artifacts drawn from a wider collection of over 3,000 pieces, covering everything from ancient trade routes and coastal communities to desert traditions and the life of Sheikh Zayed himself. It's a museum built around a single figure's vision, but the exhibits stretch far wider, taking in the natural landscapes and cultural threads that shaped the wider region.
The building itself is part of the draw. Five steel towers rise from the structure, designed by architect Lord Norman Foster and shaped to evoke a falcon's wings against the Abu Dhabi skyline. Outside, Al Masar Garden extends the visit with a 600-metre outdoor walk through drought-tolerant, locally native planting, weaving in stories connected to Sheikh Zayed's life along the way.
Tickets can be combined with entry to the Louvre Abu Dhabi or the neighbouring Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, making it straightforward to build a fuller day around Saadiyat Island's cluster of cultural institutions.
What to expect
Your visit begins in the museum's striking steel-towered building, where the six permanent galleries unfold across two floors. Early rooms focus on the UAE's natural landscapes and earliest human activity, before moving through ancient trade connections, coastal communities, and desert and mountain traditions. Throughout, exhibits weave in the life and legacy of Sheikh Zayed, using artifacts, storytelling, and immersive displays to connect his personal history to the nation's broader story.
Once you've made your way through the galleries, step outside to Al Masar Garden, a 600-metre outdoor walk landscaped with local, drought-tolerant plants. The route continues the museum's narrative, linking the greenery to stories from Sheikh Zayed's life. Depending on your ticket, you can extend the day with a visit to the neighbouring Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi or the Louvre Abu Dhabi, both within easy reach on Saadiyat Island.
Things to note
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the visit covers two floors plus the 600-metre outdoor garden walk
- Abu Dhabi's climate is hot for much of the year, so the outdoor Al Masar Garden is best enjoyed in cooler parts of the day
- Allow enough time to see all six galleries without rushing, especially if combining with another museum ticket
- Arrive with some time to spare rather than right at opening or closing hours
- Check the official website ahead of your visit in case of any schedule changes
- The museum is located in Saadiyat Cultural District, alongside other major Abu Dhabi cultural sites worth planning around
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Frequently asked questions
This ticket is non-refundable, meaning once booked, no refunds will be issued for any reason. If your plans change after booking, you will not be able to receive a refund. This policy applies to all ticket types, including the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket, Zayed National Museum Ticket + Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket, and Louvre Abu Dhabi Ticket + Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Ticket. It is important to consider your schedule carefully before making a purchase. Please ensure you are ready to visit on the date you select.
