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Saadiyat Island

Abu Dhabi's cultural district, home to world-class museums such as Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Zayed National Museum

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is marking Dino Month in June with themed workshops, family activities and the final weeks of March of the Triceratops exhibition. Victor Besa / The National

Dinosaurs take over Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi for Dino Month

CultureJune 16, 2026
Seeing Ourselves at the Bassam Freiha Art Foundation, created in collaboration with Zayed University, brings together photography, curation and design work exploring identity, heritage and contemporary life in the UAE. Photo: Bassam Freiha Art Foundation

Emirati students explore identity and heritage at Bassam Freiha Art Foundation

CultureJune 13, 2026
A palm-frond weaving demonstration during Zayed National Museum's World Environment Day programme. Antonie Robertson / The National
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World Environment Day: Museum celebrates Emiratis living in harmony with nature

CultureJune 06, 2026
Saadiyat Beach is one of only two destinations from the Middle East, along with Detwah Lagoon in Yemen. Photo: Saadiyat Island

Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Beach named among world's 50 best beaches

TravelJune 01, 2026
Students from Zayed University work alongside French photographer Philip Ducap. Photo: Bassam Freiha Art Foundation

Bassam Freiha foundation supports Emirati art students to brush up on skills

CultureMay 13, 2026
Zayed National Museum, with its falcon-inspired facade and lush landscaping, is deemed one of the most beautifully designed museums in the world. Victor Besa / The National

Zayed National Museum named among world’s most beautiful by Prix Versailles

CultureMay 06, 2026
A protective mihzam belt, in leather and copper alloy, on display at Zayed National Museum. Victor Besa / The National
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Zayed National Museum explores history of Emirati culture, from pearls to poetry

CultureApril 16, 2026
Zayed National Museum opened late last year. Victor Besa / The National

One ticket, three landmarks: Abu Dhabi launches Saadiyat museum pass

CultureApril 06, 2026
Zayed National Museum's opening was a major milestone in 2025. Victor Besa / The National

Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism grew in 2025 as visits hit 26.6 million

CultureApril 06, 2026
Fatima Hezam and her children, Chloe, six, and Noah, three, take part in World Autism Awareness Day activities at Zayed National Museum. Victor Besa / The National

Zayed National Museum marks Autism Awareness Weekend with inclusive art programme

CultureApril 03, 2026
Rendering of the planned Guggenheim Abu Dhabi building, scheduled for completion in 2026. Photo: Gehry Partners

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi opens applications for youth arts programme

Art & DesignApril 01, 2026
The upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will complete Saadiyat Cultural District. Photo: Baccarat Residences

Why UAE’s cultural districts are becoming a model for cities worldwide

CultureMarch 23, 2026
New bridges and traffic signals are open on Reem Island. Victor Besa / The National

Cutting the commute: New bridges open on Reem Island

UAEMarch 20, 2026
The OceanX Portal at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is open until December. Victor Besa / The National
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The hidden underwater wonders of the region on display in Abu Dhabi

UAEMarch 06, 2026
Visual displays aside, Zayed National Museum welcomes visitors with the sounds and scents of the UAE. Victor Besa / The National

'Like walking into a majlis': How Zayed National Museum hits all five senses

CultureFebruary 26, 2026
The artworks in Guggenheim Abu Dhabi are selected and displayed in accordance with the structure's non-linear proportions. Victor Besa / The National

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi to open in coming months, says museum's project director

Art & DesignFebruary 25, 2026
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