From a pearl pulled from the seabed 8,000 years ago to a necklace that once graced the neck of the Arab world’s greatest singer, the Zayed National Museum traces the stories of this land, its people, and their connections with the wider world.

In an era where religion is often wielded to incite division, the Abrahamic Family House is an argument — in concrete and light — that another way is possible and already standing.

Abu Dhabi tells its story through ancient fortresses, world-class museums, and sacred sanctuaries, and all you have to do is start wandering.

A landmark exhibition on Islamic art, Mamluks: Legacy of an Empire shows how a sultanate turned authority into artistry: the precision of metalwork, the confidence of calligraphy, and a design language of its own.

Wandering through the Al Hosn Festival, you move between music and dance, handicrafts and camels, traditional food stalls and a lively souk, as the fort’s ancient walls recount the city’s stories after nightfall.

Founded in 1969, Al Ain Museum remains the oldest museum in the United Arab Emirates, predating the nation itself.

Discover Emirati heritage at the Traditional Handicrafts Festival in Souq Al Qattara, where centuries-old traditions come to life through your hands, and in the scents and sounds around you.