7 Best Museums To Visit In The UAE

Louvre Abu Dhabi

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Etihad Museum, Dubai

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Qasr Al Hosn, Abu Dhabi

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Sharjah Art Museum

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Al Shindagha Museum, Dubai

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Dubai Museum, Al Fahidi Fort

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Museum of the Future, Dubai

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From heritage to high-tech, UAE museums offer something for everyone