Activity · Al Hosn · $ · GREAT FOR KIDS

House of Artisans

★ 4.6 · 255 on Google

Open · Closes 20:00

For a more personal look at Emirati heritage, follow the makers rather than another timeline of dates. House of Artisans brings traditional weaving, palm-frond crafts and embroidery to life through displays and, when scheduled, demonstrations. It is a lovely counterpoint to the fort next door, with the skills and the people behind them taking centre stage.

Good to know

Traditional Al Sadu and palm weavingEmirati craft demonstrationsHands-on programmes on selected datesNear Qasr Al HosnFriday afternoon hours

What to expect

01Free entry to Emirati craft displays and demonstrations
02Selected paid workshops must be booked separately
03Sat–Thu 9am–8pm; Friday 2pm–8pm

★ WHAT WE'D DO

“Look for the live craft demonstrations if they are running. Watching the techniques being worked by hand is far more rewarding than rushing through the display cases.”

♥ LOCAL TIP

“Entry to House of Artisans is complimentary, unlike the separate Qasr Al Hosn fort admission. Reserve workshops via the official House of Artisans ticket calendar; check dates before planning around demonstrations.”

The details

AddressQasr Al Hosn precinct, Al Hisn, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Phone+97126976400

Websiteabudhabiculture.ae/en/cultural-sites/culture-centers/house-of-artisans

Hours

Mon

09:00 – 20:00

Tue

09:00 – 20:00

Wed

09:00 – 20:00

Thu