Abu Dhabi:
1. Bassam Freiha Art Foundation
It offers free experience and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. It features an impressive collection that reflects artistic expression and cultural history. Children under the age of ten are not allowed, admission is easy: simply provide your name and contact details at the door.
2. Manarat Al Saadiyat
Second installment of the Abu Dhabi Masterpieces Collection at Manarat Al Saadiyat, is free, open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
3. Miraj Islamic Art Centre
The center, free to visit, is open every day from 9.30 am to 7 pm. It displays a diverse array of artifacts, ranging from traditional artwork and jewel-encrusted antiques to beautifully woven carpets and silk textiles.
Dubai:
1. Expo 2020 Dubai Museum, Garden in the Sky
Expo City Dubai is offering free admission to the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum and Garden in the Sky on May 17 and 18. While Garden in the Sky is open from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., the museum is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Additional Expo attractions like Terra, Alif, and Vision are accessible with a Dh25 ticket.
2. Coffee Museum
Coffee Museum, is open Saturday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exhibits describing the history of coffee, customs around its use, and the lifestyles and working circumstances of coffee plantation workers are available for visitors to view.
3. Miraj Islamic Art Centre
The Miraj Islamic Art Centre is free. A remarkable private collection of Islamic art is available from all across the Muslim world. It is open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
4. Jameel Arts Centre
The Centre is free. Saturday through Thursday, the center is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; on Fridays, it is open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. On Tuesdays, it stays closed. Visitors can also schedule guided tours online.
Sharjah:
Sharjah Arts Museum
The museum is open Saturday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. It features a permanent collection of over 500 pieces.
