Adult tickets are AED 63 (USD 17) and children under 13 enter free, making this surprisingly affordable for families; open Tuesday through Sunday 10am-8pm with Fridays opening at 3pm so plan accordingly. The iconic dome that creates a rain of light effect is genuinely jaw-dropping and kids old enough to appreciate art — roughly 8 and up — tend to be mesmerized by it. Family activity guides and kids exploration booklets are available at the front desk and turn the visit into a scavenger hunt format that sustains attention through the galleries. The building is fully stroller-accessible with elevators throughout, and the outdoor waterfront promenade is a nice decompression zone after the galleries. Younger toddlers and preschoolers will likely last 30 minutes before the quiet fragile-object environment becomes a stressor — save this one for older kids.

Address: Saadiyat Island Boulevard, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Cost: Paid $$