Al Shindagha Museum

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Al Shindagha Museum - Overview

Al Shindagha Museum tells the story of the rich cultural heritage of Dubai, the nation's proud past and Emirati traditions. A world-class heritage museum committed to education, exploration and celebration of culture. Set along the historical area of Al Shindagha neighbourhood, it has witnessed the dramatic development of the emirate. Today, the carefully curated 21 Houses within the district feature interactive technology installations with a regular offering of public and educational programming for families, students and private groups. It reveals the cross-cultural aspects of the UAE providing guests with a tangible and intangible understanding of the museum. Among these Houses is The Al Maktoum Residence, one of the most prominent heritage sites that explores the erstwhile royal residence of His Highness Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, former Ruler of Dubai. The warm Emirati hospitality reflects in its museum's team of local and multi-lingual cultural guides which is welcoming to the community and the youth. The creek's remarkable transformation turns Al Shindagha Museum into the regional culture and traditional centre making it Dubai's largest heritage museum.

Al Shindagha Museum - Highlights

Seating arrangement for all transfers are as per the availability & our tour manager allows it.
The pick up/drop off timing can be modified as per the trip schedule. This also may change depending on traffic conditions and your location.
Some of the mentioned inclusions may remain closed on weekends or specific days as per the government norms for which we do not hold the responsibility.
The actual transfer timing may vary up to 30/60 minutes to the time listed on the website.
Summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months.
We recommend carrying sunglasses, hats and sun protection cream.
Private Transport can be organized on request for all tours.
Leaving off your personal belongings like Media equipment, wallets or any other valuable items in our vehicles or tour sites is solely at your responsibility. Our drivers and tour guides will not be responsible for it.
No strollers allowed inside the vehicles without prior information so please inform us at the time of making the reservation.
An adult must accompany children from 3 to 12 years in the water in any of the water activities
On Islamic occasions and National holidays, the tour will not serve alcohol, and there will be no live entertainment.
Please read carefully and understand the contents of the Tour Brochure/itinerary, the 'Terms and Conditions,' Price Grid and such other documents as may be applicable, as all these will form part of your contract with us once you affect the booking.
Photography of UAE residence especially ladies, military institutions, government buildings, and installations, is strictly prohibited.
Littering is a punishable offense and offenders may face penalties in the form of fines.
Smoking inside public areas is not allowed.
Some tours require your original passport or Emirates ID, and we have mentioned this information in the critical notes so please ensure that you read the critical information, we will not be responsible if you miss any tour where your passport or ID is mandatory.
We reserve the rights to charge 100% No show charges if the guest is not turning up on time for the pickup.
No refund for partly utilized services.
Due to any uncontrollable circumstances, i.e. (traffic conditions, vehicle breakdowns, delay by other guests, weather circumstances), if the tour gets delayed or canceled, we will provide alternate options if possible.
If in any case the guest does not show up on time and our vehicle departs from the pickup location then we will not arrange for alternative transfer & no refund is provided for the missed tour.

Al Shindagha Museum - Inclusions

Tickets for Al shindagha Museum.
Historical Exhibits
Heritage Houses
Cultural Activities

Al Shindagha Museum - Important Information

Please bring a valid photo ID/passport with you as it is required to be displayed at the entrance.
There will be no refund for partly utilized services.
Transportation to arrive on time and prevent no-shows. Refund requests for transfer issues can be submitted later.
Please check the operational timing on the official website to avoid any consciences.

Al Shindagha Museum - Faqs Details

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When will I receive the voucher after the payment is done?

As soon as your booking is confirmed and the payment is done, we’ll issue a voucher immediately and send it to you through email.

Will I get a reference number for my booking?

You’ll get a unique Booking Reference Number, which can be easily located in your booking voucher. Your Booking Reference Number typically begins with RT, followed by the reference number.

For tours inclusive of transfers, do you offer to Pick up Service from any place?

We offer round-trip transport for all tours inclusive of transfers. Pick up and drop off is mainly provided from centrally located hotels in City Center Areas in the particular City where the Tour is conducted from.

Do you provide tickets attractions in the Country?

Yes, we do offer flexible passes and tickets if its listed on our website. The Tickets depend in the form of eVoucher or a Hard copy as per the guidelines of these Attractions.

Can I produce an eVoucher at the time of my Tour?

Yes, you may produce an eVoucher at the time of your tour. However, it’s mandatory to carry a hard copy of the ticket or voucher when you visit a theme park or a popular landmark in the country. Without a valid voucher or ticket, your entry may be sometimes restricted. It is equally vital to ensure that you bring all relevant documents by way of ID proof (as required) for your tour.

How long will it take for the refund of my canceled tour?

This largely depends on the cancellation policies of your tour. However, some Tours are governed by Third Party Contracts and are liable as per third party policies. Normally it may take 7 working days.

Is it possible for me to change or postpone the travel date once the booking is done?

Yes, it’s possible to make amendments in your travel arrangements. But make sure that you send us an amendment request and get it confirmed well in advance of your travel date. Also, please be informed that amendments will be accepted only in accordance with the respective tour’s terms and conditions.

Can I book multiple tours at a time?

Yes, our easy to navigate website offers the flexibility to book multiple tours at a time online. Create the first tour by visiting the respective tour page and clicking ‘Book Now’. You’ll be redirected to the ‘Review Order’ page, where you can use the ‘Continue Shopping’ option to return to the tour listing page and make a further selection of tours. Repeat the same procedure until you’ve made all tour choices. Now click ‘Proceed to Checkout’ to add pertinent details and subsequently make payment.

Do you offer a selection of Hotels on your Website for Packages?

Yes, we do offer the selection of Hotels on our Website. You get multiple options for the Hotel selection according to the Star category. All you need to do is you just need to select an option of Hotel according to your requirement.

Should I reconfirm my booking before the travel date?

No reconfirmation of booking is required. Nevertheless, the booking of certain tours is subject to availability. In such a case, our Sales Representative will send you an email, clearly detailing the entire options about the tour availability, and book the tour or tickets according to your convenience.

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Upon making the reservation and payment, how will I confirm whether or not it has been received by you?

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Lafe SImmersive Al Shindagha Museum

My visit to Al Shindagha Museum was an immersive experience. The 21 houses of the museum are nicely set up. But for me, the Al Maktoum Residence and Perfume House are the best among all the pavilions.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Federico DKamran end saidq

It was all beautiful. The guide introduced us to every single point of Abu Dhabi. Excellent. I recommend everyone to come here and maybe meet our guide.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Isabel TorreExplore UAE’s history & culture

The interactive displays, multimedia presentations, and interactive touchscreens at Al Shindagha Museum are engaging. There is no need to visit Wikipedia to learn about UAE’s history and culture if you visit this Museum.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Tina KExplore traditional crafts, jewellery, and food

I enjoyed looking at the traditional crafts, jewellery, and food at the museum. Each preserved house at the museum stand outs from one another and highlights a unique story of Emirati history and culture.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Piyush SFabulous spot for history enthusiasts

Al Shindagha Museum is a fabulous spot in Dubai to enjoy UAE’s heritage. It is a must-visit for all history enthusiasts.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Ramesh SPeek into UAE’s past

The immersive experience and the attention to detail at Al Shindagha Museum are outstanding. Exploring the Al Maktoum Residence was like peeking into the past. The Perfume House reveals the secrets of Emirati fragrances. The audio-visual techniques utilized in making the exhibits immersive are outstanding.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Dorin SAromatic journey to UAE’s past

Al Shindagha Museum truly brings UAE’s past to life. I enjoyed the 19th century Emirati royalty exploring Al Maktoum Residence and the aromas at the Perfume House.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

BryanA glimpse into Dubai’s ruler lifestyle

All the preserved houses in the Al Shindagha Museum showcase rich Emirati heritage. Looking into the lifestyle of Dubai’s ruler at the Al Maktoum Residence is captivating. Visiting the Perfume House was a nice experience where I learned the secrets of Emirati fragrances.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Suzette cTake a journey through time

Visiting Al Shindagha Museum was a journey through time. The audio-visual techniques used in the exhibits throughout the museum are outstanding.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Tameeka LFantastic pavilions

The Al Shindagha Museum features 21 well-curated pavilions with different types of interactive exhibits and displays. I literally went back in time exploring the museum and enjoyed learning the art of making Emirati perfume at the Perfume House.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Monique AWitness UAE’s bygone era and present

Al Shindagha Museum has a series of pavilions that showcase UAE’ history and culture. The use of modern technology and interactive displays highlights both the bygone era and the present beautifully.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Nathalie THad a Wonderful Time

Fantastic museum setting and ultimate place to explore the cultural treasures of the Emirate. It was an enlightening experience to explore the interesting past of the region. We really had a wonderful time visiting the Al Shindagha Museum.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

MaxExcellent experience !

The tour of Al Shindagha Museum was an excellent experience. All the exhibits be it object, photographs, or things used by the royals in the past were interesting to observe.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Gonzalo_de_BerceoAl Shindagha Museum

We got a lot of interesting details about the past of the UAE and the former lifestyle of the ruler. The interesting thing about the Al Shindagha Museum is to see and learn why Arabian perfumes are world famous by exploring the Perfume House.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Amreen KFinest Place !

This is the finest place to experience history, heritage, and traditions of the Emirate. All the pavilions of the Al Shindagha Museum tell a different story and exhibit striking displays.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Ahbannagahistory of Dubai

This museum exhibits so many different things that it must be visited with a guide. We are fortunate to have Rayna Tours with us. This tour operator provided us with a good guide who made the experience more fun.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Charlie Mgreat value for money

Witnessing how the Emirate’s Royals used to live, how its people used to produce exotic things, and how it raised to become a tourist hub is fascinating. We enjoyed the audio-video presentations.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

richard cExcellent experience

The Al Shindagha Museum was wonderful. It is here where we got to know about several interesting things of this region. There were so many interesting things to see and learn from. We especially liked the making of Emirati fragrances at the Perfume House.

5.0/5.0 Excellent

Brian Afantastic museum

Fantastic museum with lots of interesting exhibitions that inflate visitors’ knowledge on Emirate’s culture and tradition. All the 21 houses of the museums have something unique for visitors. Truly, a good place for families.

5.0/5.0 Excellent