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Al Noor Island
Best time to visit
Visit before sunset to experience the magic of day turning into night and the lighting of the installations. Evening hours are ideal for exploring as the island is most impressive then.
Budget tips
Adult tickets cost around 30 AED and children's tickets 15 AED. A combined ticket for the island and the nearby aquarium can save up to 20% on the total cost.
Recommended for
Art and photography lovers, Couples looking for romance, Families with children, Anyone who needs an escape from the city bustle
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: On an island of 47,000 square meters, art and nature merge in an impressive light spectacle with more than 100,000 bulbs. At night, the treetops turn into vivid light sculptures, while butterflies flutter freely in the glass pavilion during the day.
Highlights: Hours spent in the Firefly Garden reveal 50 giant metal fireflies blinking in perfect rhythm with the real insects. The art pavilion by Dutch designer Tord Boontje is covered with 1,200 hand-cut glass leaves that sparkle like dew in the sun.
Insider tips
- Bring a camera with night mode, the best photos are taken 30 minutes after sunset.
- Avoid Friday afternoons when it is busiest; on Monday mornings there are almost no visitors.
- Do not miss the library in the glass wing, hidden among the bamboo with the sound of quiet music.
- Light sneakers are a smart choice as the gravel paths wind through the entire island.
Practical info
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