All history museums and attractions to visit in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) is a good place to visit if you are interested in history. Below we list all 6 history museums in Abu Dhabi, to lose yourself in the place's cultural heritage and local history.

Are you a real history buff and are you looking for the best history museums to visit in Abu Dhabi? These are the ones:

  1. Qasr Al Watan Palace1

    Qasr Al Watan Palace

     Abu Dhabi
    Qasr Al Watan, translating to 'Palace of the Nation', is the presidential palace of the United Arab Emirates. It is situated in the capital city, Abu Dhabi. The construction of this grand palace was completed in the year 2017, making it a relatively new addition to the city's architectural landscape.
  2. Heritage Village2

    Heritage Village

     Abu Dhabi
    A place where you can discover Islamic traditions, see what life in Abu Dhabi was like in the old days and explore its souq and mosque.
  3. Cultural Foundation3

    Cultural Foundation

     Abu Dhabi
  4. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque4

    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

     Abu Dhabi
    The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, also referred to as the Great Mosque, is a significant landmark in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated for worship in 2007 as a tribute to the nation's founder and former President, Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who passed away in 2004. The mosque is among the largest in the world, with a capacity to accommodate 40,000 worshippers at a time.
  5. Online discount!Qasr Al Hosn Fort5

    Qasr Al Hosn Fort

     Abu Dhabi
    Qasr al-Hosn, the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi, is a testament to the city's rich history. Designed by Mohammed Al Bastaki and built in 1761, the fort stands as a symbol of the city's past. It was initially constructed as a watchtower to monitor the growing maritime routes of the area and protect the only freshwater well on Abu Dhabi Island. Over the years, it was expanded and transformed into a small fort and later the permanent residence of the Sheikh.
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    Miraj Islamic Art Centre

     Abu Dhabi