The Legendarium Fantastic Museum is a whimsical family attraction at Dubai Festival City Mall featuring interactive exhibits about mythical creatures, legendary beings and fantasy worlds. Themed as the discoveries of fictional Professor Legendar, the museum showcases elaborate displays of dragons, fairies, mermaids, unicorns and other legendary creatures, combining storytelling with immersive scenography and photo-friendly installations throughout.
Quick facts:
Duration 1–1.5 hours · At Festival City Mall · Family-friendly · Indoor
Did you know?
The Legendarium is designed around the fictional character Professor Legendar, whose "discoveries" of mythical creatures form the narrative thread running through every exhibit in the museum.
Best time to visit:
Weekday afternoons are quietest; weekends and school holidays bring families and organised kids' groups.
Where to eat nearby:
Dubai Festival City Mall has dozens of restaurants including the waterfront Festival Bay dining area with views of the IMAGINE show.
Tip:
Combine with Dubai Festival City Mall's free evening IMAGINE water and light show for a full family outing in Festival City. Prices may vary – check official website.
Legendarium Fantastic Museum
The Legendarium is described as a whimsical family attraction with creative displays of dragons, fairies and mermaids, and families with younger children especially enjoy the interactive photo opportunities and the Professor Legendar narrative running throughout.
It's a fairly compact, photo-focused experience that suits a shorter visit, so it works best as part of a wider day out. For families with little ones, it's an enjoyable and imaginative stop.
Where is it located?
Inside Dubai Festival City Mall on Crescent Drive – accessible by car with mall parking or by taxi.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, The Legendarium is specifically designed for families and children, with exhibits about dragons, fairies, mermaids and other mythical creatures.
How long should I plan?
Plan for 1 to 1.5 hours to enjoy all the themed exhibits and photo moments.
Are there combo tickets?
Check with the venue for combo tickets that may include other Dubai Festival City attractions.
Is it indoor?
Yes, the entire experience is indoor and air-conditioned – ideal for Dubai's hot summer months.