Louvre Abu Dhabi

The Louvre Abu Dhabi art museum is a collaboration between France and Abu Dhabi. The museum is located on Saadiyat Island. It aims to create a bridge between Eastern and Western art and history. The museum is also an architectural masterpiece designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. The building’s most attractive feature is a vast, 180-meter-wide dome. The dome is composed of 7,850 unique metal stars. This intricate design creates a 'rain of light' effect. Inside, the Louvre Abu Dhabi offers a chronological journey through twelve galleries. The galleries present artworks from prehistoric times to the contemporary era. The collection includes pieces from the museum's acquisitions and significant loans from renowned French institutions. The museum also hosts exhibitions, cultural events and educational programs.

Why Visit There?

• At the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum, you'll find works by artists like da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Picasso, as well as treasures from ancient Egypt, China, and the Islamic world.
• The Louvre Abu Dhabi presents art thematically, emphasizing shared human experiences across civilizations.
• The museum brings high-profile rotating exhibitions from major French institutions like the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, and Centre Pompidou.
• The museum is surrounded by tranquil blue waters and scenic walkways. It’s close to other cultural institutions and resorts.

Best Time To Visit

Louvre Abu Dhabi frequently hosts special exhibitions, cultural events, and educational programs. To get the most out of your visit, check their schedule and plan your visit around these events.

How To Get There?

• By Car: Take Sheikh Zayed Road west from Dubai towards Abu Dhabi.
• By Taxi: Taxis from Dubai to the museum cost around AED 250–300, depending on your starting point.
• By Bus: You can go from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to the museum by bus.
• By Water Taxi: A water taxi operates between Marsa Mina and the museum.

Tips For Visitors

• The Louvre Abu Dhabi museum is open from 10 am to midnight
• Galleries and exhibitions are open till 6.30 pm on weekdays and 8.30 pm from Friday – Sunday
• The museum is closed on Monday
• There is a spectacular waterfront at the main entrance of the museum. There are arrangements for private catamaran cruises and kayaking.
• You can also indulge yourself in the ‘Drawing at the Museum Activity’ with a museum educator.
• If you are an artist or crafter, keep an eye on their website; they offer online masterclasses with Emirati artists.
• The museum offers membership. If you become a member, you can gain access to exclusive content and get discounts.

Wanna get the vibes of France while in Abu Dhabi? Just go to the Louvre Abu Dhabi. See the aesthetic artworks of the world-famous artists of all time.