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Dubai Museum is housed in the historic Al Fahidi Fort, the oldest building in Dubai. The main aim of the museum is to present the traditional lifestyle of the emirate. The museum was opened in the fort in 1971 The purpose of the fort was to protect the city against attacks of hostile neighboring tribes. The oldest tower fort was established in 1787. Over the years of its existence and expansion of the fort served not only as a defensive structure, but also as a palace ruler, garrison and prison. To the museum's collections include items from both the Dubai area, as well as with countries in Asia and Africa, with which Dubai traded. You can also see images showing the lifestyle in the emirate in the days before the discovery of oil here.
Opening hours
- Monday 08:30 - 20:30
- Tuesday 08:30 - 20:30
- Wednesday 08:30 - 20:30
- Thursday 08:30 - 20:30
- Friday 14:30 - 20:30
- Saturday 08:30 - 20:30
- Sunday 08:30 - 20:30
Admissions
- Adults 3.00 AED
- Students 1.00 AED