The Site
Saruq Al-Hadid is set in a spectacular desert landscape in southern Dubai, on the northern edge of the great Rub al-Khali desert.
The Site of Saruq Al-Hadid
Significance
The ancient world
The Museum
Collections
The museum is dedicated to the display of artefacts from the Saruq Al-Hadid site, where excavation is still taking place.
Exciting visitor
experiences
The museum offers a range of activities and experiences, with something for every age and level of interest. While exploring the unresolved questions of the site, the galleries will simultaneously address the science and theories behind artefact discoveries and the chronology of the site.
Beautiful and dramatic object displays show off some of the many thousands of artefacts that have been found at Saruq Al-Hadid. These objects have changed our understanding of the history of Dubai.
Children have their own gallery trail which keeps them involved and encourages them to explore each room in turn. The trail makes life easier for parents with energetic youngsters.
The museum offers a range of activities and experiences, with something for every age and level of interest. Children have their own gallery trail which keeps them involved and encourages them to explore each room in turn.
Publications
If you’re interested in finding out more, there is a range of publications for you to read through that provide a lot more insight. Our brochure, flyer, interactive table card and more can be found by clicking on any of the links to the right.
Brochure
Flyer
Children’s Trail
DIG!
Interactive Table Card
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Location Map
Tickets Pricing
Opening Hours
Transport & Parking
Information for SchoolsPlan Your Visit
Are you looking to make the most of your stay in Dubai?
Then make sure you plan your visit, so you don’t miss out on a thing. There are a lot of interesting exhibits to discover here at the Saruq Al-Hadid museum. Plus, there are many activities and experiences to be had too.
To make sure you’re able to see and do everything you want, we highly recommend that you plan your visit in advance. Our publications above can provide more information on what’s on, so you can create an itinerary for your visit before you arrive.
FAQs
SaruqAl-Hadid Archaeology Museum is fully accessible for disabled visitors.
The museum is located in the Shindagha district, which contains a number of important historic buildings, museums, and cultural centres. It is also close to the Fahidi area and Dubai Museum, as well as the bustling Spice and Gold suqs of Deira and the Textile suq of Bur Dubai
Children are invited to take part in a trail through the museum, for which activity sheets are provided. Children will also especially enjoy the Laboratory, which features interactive tasks, as well as the Dig! area where they can excavate their own artefacts.
The site is off-limits to the general public, in order to preserve it for further research.
Information about the ongoing excavations is available here on the website. Recently excavated objects are also exhibited in a changing display in the museum.
List of Services
Official visits Request.
School trips Request.
Introductory lectures “about Saruq Al Hadid Archeology Museum” Request.
Events Organizing Request (exhibitions / lectures / workshops / ….) within the museum.
Saruq AL Hadid “Collectibles display” Request.
Enquiries & Services Requests:
Tel: 00971 4 3595612 – 203
Fax: 00971 4 3539896
Email: saruqalhadid@dm.gov.ae
Tel: 00971 4 3595612 – 204
Fax: 00971 4 3539896
Email: saruqalhadid@dm.gov.ae
