The Louvre of Abu Dhabi is a “sanctuary” to great works of art but is also a work of art itself, one of the world’s urban wonders. It is fascinating architectural and engineering feat designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. Part of its uniqueness comes from the fact that it rises up off the island of Saadiyat and is surrounded by the waters of the Persian Gulf. And it is precisely to allow people to appreciate and admire the structure to its fullest that it is possible to tour around the museum in a kayak. Every day, except Monday, between 5 and 7 pm, it is possible to reserve a tour and paddle around this landmark, the centrepiece of an entire neighbourhood for an hour. A “city-museum” on the sea, made up of 55 different architectural structures, inspired by the “medina” and the low-rising homes typical of Arab architecture, especially one of its most emblematic elements - the dome. A double dome of 180 metres in diameter which knowingly plays with lights and shadow, creating, both day and night, a charming effect known as a “rain of light”. At certain times of the year, it is also possible to take the kayak tour at sunrise but only on Friday and Saturday, but also on full-moon nights as well.
Bady Dalloul’s first solo exhibition in the UAE presents an introspective and politically charged installation at Dubai’s Jameel Arts Centre. The Franco-Syrian artist reimagines biography and power structures through miniature drawings, recreated interiors, and fictionalised cartographies.
The group exhibition Wavering Hope brings together twelve Syrian artists reflecting on the fragility of hope in a country marked by war, exile, and rebirth. Their works narrate the trauma and resilience of a generation that has transformed pain into visual memory.
Naseer Shamma at Dubai Opera: The Oud Between Millenary Roots and Contemporary Vision
On November 29, 2025, Iraqi oud star Naseer Shamma will take the stage at Dubai Opera for an intense evening of original compositions and multicultural influences. A unique opportunity to discover one of the world's greatest interpreters of this legendary instrument.
Puccini’s La Bohème inaugurates Dubai Opera’s 2025-2026 season with a celebrated production by the Hungarian State Opera. Set in Paris’s Latin Quarter, the tale of young artists and poignant love finds new resonance under Dubai’s sky.
