Address: Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Description of the location: The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is located in the Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi’s premier museum quarter, alongside Louvre Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum.
Closest landmark: Louvre Abu Dhabi, 800 m away
From Dubai
From Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station, transfer to:
Total journey time: ~3–3.5 hours, Approx. cost: AED 35–40
Within Abu Dhabi
Total journey: ~1.5 hours, Cost: ~AED 9
Best for: Easy movement within Saadiyat Island
Travel time: Varies by pickup and drop-off location
Closest stop: On-demand service (door-to-door within service zone)
Timings: Daily, 6:00 am–11:00 pm
Abu Dhabi Link is an on-demand public shuttle service operating across Saadiyat Island, including stops near the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. It’s ideal if you’re already on the island and moving between nearby attractions such as Louvre Abu Dhabi, hotels, and beach areas. Rides cost AED 2 per trip and can be booked via the Abu Dhabi Link app (available on iOS and Android). Vehicles pick you up from a nearby virtual stop and drop you close to the museum entrance, offering a budget-friendly alternative to taxis.
Best for: Direct travel, comfort, families, and groups
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Closest stop: Direct drop-off near the museum entrance
Timings: Available 24/7
Taxis are the most straightforward way to reach the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. From central Abu Dhabi, fares typically range between AED 40–60, while trips from Dubai usually cost AED 200–250. Official Abu Dhabi taxis can be booked via the Abu Dhabi Taxi app or by calling 600 53 53 53. Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Careem also operate widely. Metered pricing ensures transparency, and vehicles can drop you close to the main pedestrian entrance—making this a convenient choice for visitors with children or mobility needs.
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Route:
Travel time: 10–15 minutes from Louvre Abu Dhabi
Distance: ~800 m from Louvre Abu Dhabi
The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi sits within the Saadiyat Cultural District, where several major museums, including Louvre Abu Dhabi and the upcoming cultural institutions, are clustered. Walking between them offers a pleasant way to experience the district’s architecture, landscaped public spaces, and views of the Arabian Gulf. The museum’s precincts connect via pedestrian routes designed to link cultural venues and public spaces, making it easy and enjoyable to explore multiple museums on foot while appreciating their scale and setting.
For the most economical route, use public buses within Abu Dhabi. From Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station, take Route 94 toward Saadiyat Cultural District (fare: AED 2–4 with a Hafilat card). Buses are air-conditioned and run regularly throughout the day. If you’re coming from Dubai on a budget, take the E101 intercity bus (AED 25) from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to Abu Dhabi Central, then transfer to Route 94.
Trade-off: Requires transfers and longer travel time
Taxis and ride-hailing services (Uber/Careem) are the fastest and simplest way to reach the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
Taxis provide direct drop-off close to the museum entrance and avoid the need for transfers or walking from bus stops.
Trade-off: Higher cost than public transport
If you’re exploring Saadiyat Island’s Cultural District, combine public transport with walking. Travel to Saadiyat Island by bus or taxi, then walk between museums via the pedestrian promenades connecting the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi with nearby institutions like Louvre Abu Dhabi. This approach lets you experience the architecture, open spaces, and coastal setting of the district at a relaxed pace.
Trade-off: More walking, less suitable in peak summer heat
From Dubai, you have two practical options:
Driving offers flexibility if you plan to visit multiple Saadiyat attractions, with free parking available nearby.
The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is located in the Saadiyat Cultural District on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It sits approximately 15 km from Abu Dhabi city center and about 400–800 meters from nearby museums within the Cultural District.
The museum is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It forms part of Saadiyat Island, a purpose-built cultural district dedicated to museums, galleries, and public spaces.
From Abu Dhabi city, take a city bus to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station and transfer to Route 94 toward Saadiyat Island (fare: AED 2–4 with a Hafilat card).
Within Saadiyat Island, you can also use Abu Dhabi Link, an on-demand shared shuttle service (AED 2 per ride), booked via the Abu Dhabi Link app.
From Dubai, take the E101 bus from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station, then transfer to Route 94 toward Saadiyat Island.
The best option depends on your priorities:
A taxi or ride-hailing service is the fastest option.
Taxis offer direct drop-off near the museum entrance with no transfers.
Public transport is the cheapest option:
From Dubai, the E101 bus to Abu Dhabi costs around AED 25, plus the local bus fare to Saadiyat Island.
The museum is approximately 130 km from Dubai.
Absolutely! Saadiyat Cultural District houses multiple world-class museums including Zayed National Museum, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. These attractions are connected by the scenic Al Masar Garden walkway, making it easy to visit multiple sites. Abu Dhabi Link on-demand buses also provide convenient transport between attractions.
Yes. Abu Dhabi’s public transport system is generally reliable, clean, and punctual. City buses run at regular intervals, and the DARBI app provides real-time route and timing information. Abu Dhabi Link adds flexibility for short trips within Saadiyat Island.
