Naif Museum in Dubai

Have you been told that Dubai is only good for enjoying a shopping spree and indulging in fine dining? Well, we will happy to break that myth for you.  Dubai has many tourist spots that will educate you on the history of the Emirates and how things started. This will give you a good idea of how Emirates built everything from scratch.

Naif Museum is one such place to learn the rich history that has followed the Emirates. This museum is actually a fortress that also doubled as a jail. The museum will give you a good idea of the armed forces of the Emirates and how they function.

History of Naif Museum

The fort is located in the Deira area, and it was a fortress that doubled as a jail in Dubai. The Naif Fort was built during 1939 which is located in Deira area of Dubai. In the year 1997 started was converted into a museum by Sheikh Mohammed. This has now become a popular tourist destination.

Things To Do In And Around The Museum

The museum will give the unique opportunity to learn about the safety measures taken by Dubai. The safety measures ensure that Dubai experiences economic and urban development. Here is a list of some activities that you can enjoy in the museum. There is a full day Dubai city tour that cover majority of the tourist spots.

Museum

Here you can also learn about the origins of Dubai’s security agencies, the old system of police used to work and how they had transformed. Do check the museum of the future tickets here. 

Library

If you love reading a lot then make your way to the library which is called Hor al Anz. This place is well stocked with books written by prominent authors. You can treat yourself to a great variety of non-fiction and fiction books. The good thing is that the library has a section just for kids.

Market By The Waterfront

Once you are done with the museum then you can make your plan to visit this amazing market. This market is known for its huge variety of fish, which are sold through 435 stalls. You can also take a look at the lamb and beef piles if you love cooking. The interesting fact about this market is that the  price of the products are quite reasonable. You can buy high-quality spices too.

QD’s

This is a fabulous location where you can see the Dubai skyline. You will also get the chance to indulge in your favorite drinks at this place. The menu is quite impressive and you will be treated to good variety.

Best Time to Visit This Place

The hotel is located on Level 2 of Hotel RaddisonDeira Creek. The museum opens at 12.30 pm and closes at 3.00 pm. The other times are from 7.00 pm till 2.00 am. If you want to avoid a huge crowd then you could visit after 8 pm.

What Is The Ticket Price of Naif Museum?

There is no entrance fee for the museum, which is a huge plus point.

So, this is all you need to know about this museum. A visit to this place is a must if you wish to learn more about the history of Dubai. The museum has a very child-friendly atmosphere so you can take your kids along without any hesitation.