Louvre Abu Dhabi

Art museum · Al Saadiyat Island

7

@travelleisure

"On the sunbaked shores of the Arabian Gulf, a good spot to catch a breeze is under the 600-foot-wide metal dome that shades the Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. The surface of this giant, parasol-shaped roof is an intricate, 7,850-piece jigsaw of perforated aluminum and stainless-steel panels. Rays of light pierce through the gaps, falling like golden rain on the museum’s exterior walls. Inside, the 23 galleries are divided by narrow alleyways and plazas to evoke the look and feel of a shady medina. The exhibits in the Louvre are not arranged by region, civilization, or era but instead by theme. Each one of 12 “chapters,” as the galleries are called, has a universal idea behind it. There’s the birth of civilization; motherhood; the portrayal of power; and representations of the divine, which include, unusually for a cultural institution in an Arab country, icons of Judaism, among them a 13th-century funerary stele and a 15th-century Yemenite Torah." - John Arlidge

A Guide to Abu Dhabi's World-class Museums and Galleries

Saadiyat - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates Get directions

louvreabudhabi.ae

7 Postcards

See full details

More Places For You

Beach Rotana

Hotel · Al Zahiyah

Refined quarters in a premium hotel with 11 eateries/bars & a spa, plus a private beach & a pool. Set on a private beach next to Abu Dhabi Mall, this vast upmarket hotel in modern towers is 5 km from Qasr al-Hosn fort and 7 km from Abu Dhabi Corniche. Accommodations range from polished rooms with city view balconies to elegant suites with water views, living rooms and whirlpool tubs. All offer Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screens and minibars, while club quarters add free Wi-Fi and breakfast. Room service is available. Indoor parking is free. There are 11 restaurants/bars including Indian fusion and German options. Other amenities include a pool with a swim-up bar, a private beach and a spa, plus a gym, a business centre and a ballroom.

2 Postcards

The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi

Hotel · Al Saadiyat Island

The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort offers a luxurious escape with stunning ocean views, elegant rooms, and top-notch dining on Abu Dhabi's pristine beach.

4 Postcards

Observation Deck at 300

Tourist attraction · Al Bateen

Take in sweeping 360º views of Abu Dhabi from the stylish 74th-floor Observation Deck at 300, while indulging in high tea at the posh Jumeirah At Etihad Towers.

4 Postcards

Sense, A Rosewood Spa

Spa · Al Reem Island

Nestled in the Rosewood, Sense Spa offers a visually stunning and tranquil retreat where massages can elevate your relaxation game, but maybe skip the facials.

3 Postcards

Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Hotel · Al Reem Island

Nestled in a stunning curved building with Gulf views, this luxurious hotel features stylish rooms, a vibrant nightlife scene, and a serene spa—ideal for indulgent getaways.

6 Postcards

Zahrat Lebnan - Defence St

Lebanese restaurant · Al Danah

Savor authentic Lebanese dishes in a laid-back setting, where friendly staff and hearty portions of mezze and grilled favorites steal the show.

0 Postcards

Catch at St. Regis

Seafood restaurant · Al Khubeirah

Catch at St. Regis is a seafood haven where stunning gulf views complement inventive dishes and craft cocktails for a truly memorable dining experience.

3 Postcards

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Hotel · Al Rawdah

Experience luxury at this chic beach resort where elegant rooms meet stunning views, top-notch dining, and a serene pool amidst lush gardens.

3 Postcards

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La

Spa · Al Maqtaa

Serene day spa at the Shangri-La hotel offering a range of massages, facials & body treatments.

2 Postcards

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Hotel · Al Ras Al Akhdar

Luxury reaches new heights at Emirates Palace, a lavish beachfront haven dripping in gold, with opulent rooms, exquisite dining, and indulgent amenities.

7 Postcards