Museum of The Future

One of the most famous landmarks in Dubai is the Future Museum, located around the city's highway, Sheikh Zayed Road. Founded by the Dubai Future Foundation and launched on February 22, 2022, the museum explores how society will evolve and progress in the coming decades using science and technology. It houses traditional exhibitions, floating theaters and themed attractions, so visitors can look beyond the present and into the limitless possibilities of the future. Continuing a global intellectual movement, the center is also home to the city's "Great Arab Minds" initiative, which aims to identify thousands of exceptional Arab talents in key fields.

In this museum, visitors will use all 5 senses in an extensive experience and go 50 years later. The Future Museum of Dubai will contribute to the development of humanity and the global economy, and will demonstrate how next-generation solutions, including everything from artificial intelligence to augmented reality, can improve human lives. The Future Museum of Dubai is divided into five levels that Includes the following:

Level 5, Orbiting Space Station: You can experience life in a space station 600 km from Earth. To get to level 5, which is the OSS (Orbital Space Station) Hope, you need a little imagination. The experience of arriving at OSS Hope includes a very interesting space shuttle simulation. Complete with a countdown, realistic shuttle sounds, motion and futuristic Dubai video clips can be viewed through the "Shuttle Windows" during launch. Once you land at OSS Hope, you disembark and enter the station's command center. There's a lot to see here, including exploring the missions OSS Hope carries out, studying inventions and discoveries, monitoring important projects, and more, all inspired by planet Earth.

Level 4, Hill Institute: In this section, you can visit Dubai and even the whole world in 2071 using augmented reality and virtual reality. At this level it is back to the surface of the Earth, so after entering the "Drop Pod" to the destination on planet Earth, the journey continues. Here visitors will experience the wonders of nature and it is called as Digital Amazon. Expect lots of greenery, the sounds of the rainforest, and while it's a sight to behold, you'll also learn about the importance of climate change and what we as humans can do to save it. 

The next part of this level has a library of life or as the museum calls it - The Vault of Life. Here, you'll find a DNA library of over two thousand species where you can see stunning details that would otherwise be invisible to the naked eye. As beautiful as they are, you are encouraged to participate in a global effort to repair the damage of climate change in a fun and interactive way.

Level 3, Panels: This section offers relaxing experiences and a sensory room for visitors. Alawah, which translates to oasis in English, is a place for humans to revive their senses and disconnect from technology. Remember that this year is 2071 and technology has advanced (compared to 2022), so here on the tablets, you are encouraged to visit all areas to pass the technology again. Some of these require you to participate in the experience alone while others require group participation. But, the benefits are evident in the end. It did for us as we walked away with a smile on our face. You can even make a wish.

Level 2, Tomorrow Today: In this section you can learn about futuristic technologies that exist right now. This level focuses on technology and examines how designers, researchers and companies respond to the technological advances of our time. Technology has the power to change and change the way we live. Everything from the environment to cultural, social and political issues can be affected, but technology can be used to steer our planet towards a more optimistic future. On this floor, you'll also find the entrance to the observation deck that takes you outside. No, not through the door, but in the inner shell of the museum. You will have the beautiful curve of the building behind you and the best moment for that is an Instagram photo.

Level 1, Future Heroes: This section is an interactive play space designed to inspire children through missions and games. Because in the end, they are the future heroes of planet Earth. Little ones here are encouraged to play while learning how to build their future.

Visitors will have the chance to learn about various technologies in this museum. Each floor of the museum is designed like an extensive interactive movie set by expert storytellers, technologists and talented artists. Topics of interest include the future of space travel and life, climate change and environment, health, wellness and spirituality. Apart from the innovative creations, there will also be workshops and special lectures from the world's greatest minds.

At Future Museum Dubai, all age groups are welcome. Children aged 3 to 10 can enjoy an immersive experience in the Future Heroes environment, a dedicated area designed to encourage young children to tap into their potential. Guests should also stop by the Tamasha Deck on Level Two, as it is located within the museum's "void," offering an up-close experience of the facade's smooth inner shell, alongside panoramic views of Dubai's bustling downtown.

The Museum of the Future, which is designed as a 78-meter-high asymmetric ring-like building with steel and glass cladding, sits on top of a three-story platform, has been recognized by National Geographic as one of the 14 most beautiful museums in the world. It's a credit to architect Shaun Killa, who wanted the structure to represent Dubai's future vision. The impressive exterior of the museum is also distinguished thanks to the artistic use of Arabic writing that doubles as glass windows.

With its bold shape and striking facade illuminated by over 14,000 meters of Arabic calligraphy, the inscriptions are sure to earn their place among the city's iconic landmarks, designed by Emirati artist Matar Bin Lahj, reflecting inspirational lyrics. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai. Of the three quotes that make up the facade, one translates as: “The future belongs to those who can imagine, design and implement it. It's not something you wait for, you create it."

The average ticket price for people over 3 years old is 145 dirhams and it is free for children under 3 years old, special persons and senior citizens of the UAE. The working hours of the museum are daily from 10 am to 6 pm.

You can easily go to Dubai Museum of the Future using public transport:

Dubai Metro: The red line of the metro has a stop right outside the museum. Once on the red line, get off at the Emirates Towers station and cross a pedestrian bridge.

Direct access to the museum from Dubai International Airport (DXB) is also easy, simply go to Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 metro stations and take the red line to EXPO metro station.

Bus: routes with stops at Emirates Towers include 27, 29 and X22. From a popular area like City Walk, the shortest route to the museum involves bus routes 28 to Dubai Mall and then 29 to the final destination. From here, it is about a 5-minute walk to the destination.