Manarat al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi

Today: Open today, 10:00 – 20:00
Standing: High
Rank: Rank 56 of 2,218

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Plan your visit.

Opening hours

Monday	10:00 – 20:00
Tuesday	10:00 – 20:00
Wednesday	10:00 – 20:00
Thursday	10:00 – 20:00
Friday	10:00 – 20:00
Saturday	10:00 – 20:00
Sunday	10:00 – 20:00

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

About Manarat al Saadiyat

Manarat Al Saadiyat is an art and community centre in the cultural district of Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, presenting itself as a place for art, cultural activities and community events open to everyone. Its public programme includes exhibitions by international and UAE artists, special events, art fairs, panel discussions, workshops and educational initiatives, and visitors can also come simply to relax, eat or watch a film.

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What's inside

The centre holds exhibition galleries and event spaces reached through the main entrance (Gate 1), a restaurant beside the visitor car park, and an Art Studio closest to Gate 2. Its Photography Studio hosts community photography exhibitions and a year-round calendar of activities, with workshops and courses led by professional photographers, a large workshop space, a dressing room, a digital lab and a studio for rent. Guided tours of about 45 minutes are tailored to the exhibitions on at the time.

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Season and crowds

Manarat Al Saadiyat is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00, as stated on its visitor information page and in the site footer. The pages give no separate weekly closing day. Because the programme of exhibitions, talks, workshops and screenings changes, check what is on before you go; guided tours are tailored to the exhibitions available at the time and are subject to availability.

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Tickets

The operator's pages do not list a general admission price. Guided tours are free of charge, but fees may apply when an exhibition is ticketed. Tours run in English and Arabic and can be booked by email or requested at the front office desk. For large school groups, a 60–90 minute art workshop at the Art Studio can follow the tour; prior registration is required.

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Getting there

Manarat Al Saadiyat is in the Saadiyat Cultural District. From Abu Dhabi city, follow the signs for Yas Island from the Mina Port area and take Sheikh Khalifa Bridge to Saadiyat Island; from Dubai on the E11, take the Saadiyat Island/Yas Island exit onto Sheikh Khalifa Highway E12. Buses 120, 121, 125, 127, 170 and 187 stop within walking distance. Taxis drop off at the door, and for the return reception can help arrange one.

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Place details and sources

Wheelchair access: Available OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Admission fee: Free OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Type of place: Museum OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Operator: Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC) OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09