Al Shindagha Museum - Culture of the Sea — Attraction in Dubai

Wrote a huge review, then the app crashed and see it :/.

Basically go, it’s well worth it.

Museum complex of 22 individual houses containing specific storytelling.

An impeccable blend of history and technology with wonderfully and respectfully restored 19th century buildings- I’m actually going to look up the architects.

A particular thank you to Miryam (?) who acted as a guide around the Maktoum palace.

Personal highlight were the House of Traditional Healthcare and The House of Perfume.

I’d say it’s family friendly as they have interactive exhibits that I’m sure children would love.

Very happy to wonder around the area, very helpful security to guide one from building your buildings.

I was there around happily for around 5 hours, if you are in a rush and don’t savour information you could probably dash around in about 1h 30, but that would be a pity.

As a single woman, felt perfectly safe in the area after dark (as everywhere in Dubai so far) and I had a lovely walk along the water front before...

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