Al Shindagha Museum

WHAT TO EXPECT?

Go Back Into the Emirati Past Al Shindagha Museum represents all Emirati history, heritage, and traditions across its 21 well-curated Houses or Pavilions at Al Shindagha Historic District. Tucked away along the quaint alleys (close to the legendary Dubai Creek), the museum setting is just as striking as its displayed exhibits. All these make it one of the ultimate places to explore the region’s both tangible and intangible cultural treasures. Enter Al Maktoum Residence, See Perfume House & Visit Other Houses Exceptional standouts among the houses here are Al Maktoum Residence and Perfume House. Al Maktoum Residence remains a time capsule of 19th-century Emirati royalty, once the residence of the ruling Dubai dynasty. At the Perfume House, you get to discover the significance of fragrances in Emirati culture and the rare chance to learn the traditional art of making perfumes and scented oil using natural ingredients. There are also houses dedicated to traditional crafts, traditional jewelry, traditional food, and traditional healthcare, to name a few. See Dubai’s Evolution with Ingeniously Crafted Experiences From the origin of Dubai’s trading industry and the diverse historic journeys to the role of oral traditions (involving folklores, poetry and music) and the influence of the region’s natural environment, the museum narrates almost every facet of the Emirati past and culture in the most immersive way, backed by the cutting-edge audio-visual techniques and high-end installations. Experience all at its best as you drop into the houses or pavilions, particularly Dubai Creek Birth of City, Life on Land, Culture of the Sea, and Children’s Pavilion. Assistance of Expert Cultural Guides With so much to explore and see in the museum, it can be an overwhelming experience to cover it all in a few hours. However, the presence of friendly and trained local guides makes it easier for you to discover the museum’s significant highlights and hidden gems. That’s not all, they make sure that you admire these displays while gaining an in-depth understanding of them.

Al Shindagha Museum Highlights

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.
• Please check the operational timing on the official website to avoid any consciences.

Useful Information

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• No refund for partly utilized services.