Home to some of the most prominent cultural attractions in Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Cultural District on Saadiyat Island also hosts Louvre Abu Dhabi. This premier cultural institution is counted among the best museums in Abu Dhabi and has a lot of experiences to be part of.
Spanning across 9,200 square meters, the art collection of Louvre Abu Dhabi is immensely special and memorable. There are permanent galleries displaying the museum’s collection and loans from the notable French museum. You can also find temporary galleries at the place featuring special exhibitions from time to time.
Louvre Abu Dhabi is celebrating its eighth anniversary and a special experience has popped up for all the art and culture fans. On November 7 and 8, 2025, this key attraction in Abu Dhabi is remaining open for extended hours for a magical late-night experience. For one night only, you can get expanded after-hours access to galleries, the Mamluks exhibition, Art Here 2025, the Children’s Exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi and the VR experience, too. These incredible things to do are going to remain open until 1:00 am, alongside a host of special events.
Louvre Abu Dhabi anniversary – Night at the Museum
From community artmaking to high energy rooftop fitness experience, one of the best museums in Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Cultural District is going to put on a more incredible look after dark on November 7-8, 2025. Let us get into the details.
1. Family Film Screening at Louvre Abu Dhabi
On November 7, Louvre Abu Dhabi is going to host a Family Film Screening experience. This is a free event but the rush is not going to be a joke. Get your reservations sorted as this is on a first come, first served basis. The duration is around 1 hour 48 minutes. You need to reach Auditorium Plaza by 7:00 pm. I don’t intend to spill the beans but the movie to be screened is related to an ancient curse bringing all the exhibits at the Museum of Natural History to life after the sun sets. Isn’t it so thrilling and nostalgic?
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2. Silent Disco Cycling Experience
Just as the name suggests, Louvre Abu Dhabi is going to host five sessions of a 60-minute silent disco cycling experience alongside CRANK Fitness. You can expect live DJ beats, lasers and incredible glimpses of the city. Basically, imagine a spin class that is as entertaining as it can be. The first session is on November 7 from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm and the last one is on November 8 from 6:00 am to 7:00 am. You need to head to Rooftop of Gallery 12 for the experience, accessible at a cost of AED 250 per person.
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3. Float, breathe and recharge under the Dome
Louvre Abu Dhabi and Breasy are coming together for an engaging and relaxing experience at Dome Plaza. There are a couple of sessions to choose from (each priced at AED 400), including at 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm. This mindfulness exercise is all about floating, breathing and recharging (quite literally).
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4. Book an Easel
Join a 60-minute painting session at Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Dome Plaza and unlock your creativity. There are going to be a team of museum educators to support your experience. This experience has been priced at AED 150, but members get a discounted rate of AED 120.
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5. Flashlight Gallery Experience at Louvre Abu Dhabi
Spare just an hour for a mesmerizing Flashlight Gallery Experience at Louvre Abu Dhabi. Go on a unique tour of the permanent galleries as the lights are dimmed and guests get to check out all the exhibits using only a flashlight. Super exciting, right? This activity costs AED 50.
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6. Community Mural
Community engagement is a big part of the UAE. This time during Louvre Abu Dhabi anniversary, create a large-scale mural together, using materials inspired by the museum’s collections and architecture. You don’t need to pay a Dirham for this and no bookings are required.
7. Louvre Abu Dhabi VR Experience: Quantum Dome Project
You are not ready for this! Louvre Abu Dhabi is presenting a VR Experience this month for its anniversary celebration. For 30 minutes, you can travel back through the ages and explore the historical landscapes of Imperial Rome, Medieval Baghdad and Mughal India. This experience costs AED 120 per person and AED 95 for members.
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Top things to do in Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Cultural District
Designed by Jean Nouvel, Louvre Abu Dhabi dome is a complex and geometric structure comprising 7,850 stars. The magic happens as sunlight passes through it because the geometrical masterpiece then projects a spotted pattern on the ground called the ‘Rain of Light’. You are not going to be disappointed. From ancient relics to contemporary masterpieces, this popular musuem in Abu Dhabi has it all. Do not forget to check out the events calendar, as something special keeps happening at the museum from time to time.
Furthermore, there are a bunch of incredible restaurants at Louvre Abu Dhabi, including Museum Cafe for delicious quick bites and a kid’s menu, Art Lounge for delicious food and beverages in a beautiful outdoor setting, Fouquet’s Restaurant for fine dining in Abu Dhabi, and Marta Bar for a speakeasy-style bar experience.
That’s not all, certainly. The Louvre Abu Dhabi experiences list also includes a private catamaran cruise to get a glimpse of the architecture, leisurely kayak tours, private photography and more. You need at least one hour to explore different exhibits at the place efficiently. But there are also express tours at Louvre Abu Dhabi, letting you experience the highlights of the museum’s collection at ease.
Louvre Abu Dhabi Tickets, Opening Hours and Location
Louvre Abu Dhabi is closed on Mondays. From Tuesday to Thursday, the museum stays open from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm and from Friday to Sunday, the timings are from 10:00 am to 8:30 pm. The Dome remains open until midnight but the last entry is at 11:00 pm. The last entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi in general is 15 minutes prior to closure.
For the upcoming Louvre Abu Dhabi anniversary, the museum is going to remain open for extended hours until 1:00 am on November 7, 2025.
Louvre Abu Dhabi tickets cost AED 65 per person for the adults category. There is a discounted price of AED 35 for UAE Military, UAE Teachers and some more people. For under 18 years old, journalist, ICOM/ICOMOS Member, People of Determination, People of Determination Companion and Resident Senior Citizens (60+), the entry is complimentary.
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Counted among the best cultural attractions in Abu Dhabi and the best museums in UAE, Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Cultural District is easily accessible from different parts of the city and Dubai. You need just 10 minutes to get to the place from Zayed International Airport and 75 minutes from Dubai. There are plenty of Dubai to Abu Dhabi buses to rely on.
Make sure to get your reservations sorted for this year’s Louvre Abu Dhabi anniversary experience. The ‘Night at the Museum’ is going to be super thrilling and memorable. You cannot miss it.
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