Dubai Museum

Dubai Museum, located within the historic Al Fahidi Fort, is a fascinating window into Dubai’s past. The museum features life-sized dioramas, archaeological artifacts, and multimedia exhibits that portray traditional Bedouin life, trade, and pearl diving. Visitors can explore Dubai’s journey from a modest desert settlement to a modern metropolis, making it a must-visit cultural destination.

History

Built in 1787, Al Fahidi Fort is Dubai’s oldest standing structure, initially serving as a defensive fort, residence, and prison. Converted into Dubai Museum in 1971, it preserves the city’s rich history. The museum documents Dubai’s evolution, highlighting its early reliance on pearl diving and trade, leading to its development as a leading global city.

What To See

• Al Fahidi Fort
• traditional Emirati homes
• pearl diving exhibits
• Bedouin desert life dioramas
• archaeological artifacts
• old weaponry
• historic maps
• trade and marketplace replicas
• multimedia displays
• ancient boats.