Bayt Alkhanyar Museum

Discover the story of the Emirati dagger at Bayt Alkhanyar Museum, a cultural museum located in the heart of Dubai’s Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.

Dedicated to preserving and sharing the heritage of the traditional Emirati dagger, the museum takes visitors on a journey through its history, craftsmanship, cultural significance, and connection to Emirati identity.

Explore a curated collection of khanyars alongside traditional tools, materials, and historical displays that reveal the skill and artistry behind this important Emirati craft. Through carefully presented stories and exhibits, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of how the khanyar has evolved across generations and the place it continues to hold within the UAE’s cultural heritage.

Set within the unique atmosphere of Al Fahidi, Bayt Alkhanyar Museum offers an authentic and educational cultural experience for residents, tourists, families, students, and anyone interested in discovering more about Emirati history and traditions.

Complete your visit with a stop at the museum café and Khanyar shop, where the experience of Emirati culture continues beyond the exhibition.

What to Expect

Step into the world of Emirati heritage at Bayt Alkhanyar Museum, located in Dubai’s Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Discover the story of the traditional Emirati dagger through curated displays, historical pieces, craftsmanship tools, materials, and stories that explore its importance in Emirati culture and identity.

Highlights

• Discover the history and evolution of the Emirati dagger. • View a curated collection of traditional and historical daggers. • Learn about the craftsmanship, materials, and techniques behind dagger making. • Explore traditional tools used by Emirati craftsmen. • Understand the dagger’s cultural significance and connection to Emirati identity. • Experience the atmosphere of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. • Visit the museum café and gift shop after your tour.

Inclusions

• General admission to Bayt Alkhanyar Museum. • Access to the museum’s permanent collection and displays. • Access to the museum café and gift shop.

Exclusions

• Pick-up & drop-off • Food, beverages, and gift shop purchases

Ticket Information

• General Admission: Standard entry to Bayt Alkhanyar Museum, including access to the museum’s permanent collection and exhibition areas. • Bayt Alkhanyar Museum – General Entry: The museum operates as a general admission experience with no assigned seating or separate visitor sections. • Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. • Location: The museum is located within Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Dubai.

Important things to know before your visit

• Each ticket is valid for one-time admission to Bayt Alkhanyar Museum. • A valid ticket must be presented upon entry, either digitally or in printed form. • Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, unless otherwise stated or required by applicable regulations. • Lost, stolen, damaged, or previously used tickets may not be replaced or accepted. • Children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult during their visit. • Visitors must follow all museum rules, safety instructions, and directions provided by museum staff. • Touching, handling, or interfering with museum artifacts and displays is strictly prohibited unless specifically permitted. • Photography for personal use is permitted unless otherwise indicated. Professional or commercial photography requires prior approval from museum management. • Food and beverages must only be consumed in designated areas. • Bayt Alkhanyar Museum reserves the right to refuse entry or request a visitor to leave in cases of inappropriate, disruptive, unsafe, or disrespectful behaviour. • Opening hours, exhibitions, displays, and visitor access may be subject to change without prior notice due to operational requirements, private events, maintenance, or circumstances beyond the museum’s control. • By purchasing or using a ticket, the visitor agrees to comply with these Terms & Conditions and the policies of Bayt Alkhanyar Museum.

Cancellation policy

This experience/attraction has a non-cancellable / non-changeable cancellation policy: Once booked, the ticket cannot be cancelled or modified.

How to get there

Metro: Take the Green Line to Sharaf DG or Al Ghubaiba Station; walk 8–10 minutes to the museum. Bus: Take RTA Bus 8, 9, 21, 29, 61, or C07 to the Al Fahidi Street area. Taxi / Ride-Hailing: Set destination directly to "Bayt Al Khanyar Museum" for drop-off at Villa 42. Car: Navigate to "Bayt Al Khanyar Museum" and use paid RTA street parking along Al Fahidi Street.