House Setting
A converted traditional courtyard home gives the gallery a distinctive heritage setting for viewing art.
The Majlis Gallery
Bur Dubai
The Majlis Gallery is a fine art gallery and cultural hub in Bur Dubai, set inside a former interior designer’s house and presenting temporary exhibitions. Visitors can browse and buy works such as paintings, pottery and watercolours, while the converted courtyard home adds a strong heritage setting to the visit.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
102 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Art Variety
The collection spans photography prints, oil paintings, watercolours and glass sculptures.
Free Entry
Entry is free, so you can browse the exhibitions before deciding whether to buy.
Quiet Browsing
The small rooms and relaxed atmosphere suit visitors who want to browse at their own pace.
Artist Context
Gallery staff can explain the artists while still giving you space to look around independently.
Local Talent
Reviews mention displays featuring both local and international artists.
Works For Sale
Paintings and other art pieces are available to buy, alongside smaller items such as earrings.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Fridays. Check opening arrangements before going on Friday; one dated review specifically reported a Friday closure.
Budget Carefully. Art prices vary, and one visitor found them high, so ask about prices before committing to a purchase.
Browse Slowly. Allow time to explore the small rooms and courtyard rather than treating this as a quick stop.
Ask About Artists. Ask the gallery team about the artists, then take your time browsing independently.
Pick Up Postcards. Look for the postcards, which one visitor found unlike anything they had seen.
Skip Burgers. Do not assume burger or hummus reviews describe the gallery; one reviewer says the neighbouring restaurant is unrelated.
Plan the visit
Practical details
67 Al Fahidi St
Al Souq Al Kabeer - Al Fahidi, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Popular Mentions
Postcards
Postcards are singled out as an unusual souvenir from the gallery.
Pottery
Pottery pieces are part of the selection visitors can discover in the old Emirati house.
Common Concerns
Food Complaint
One review criticised the food as poor and said the place was not clean.
High Prices
A visitor described the artwork prices as high, despite finding the gallery beautiful.
Friday Closure
One dated review says the gallery was closed on Fridays, so check before planning a Friday visit.
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The Bottom Line
The Majlis Gallery is a fine art gallery and cultural hub in Bur Dubai, housed in a former interior designer’s home. The setting is a major part of the appeal: reviews describe a converted traditional courtyard house with many small rooms, where you can take your time viewing and buying art rather than rushing through a standard white-walled gallery. There is plenty to browse.
Visitors mention photography prints, oil paintings, watercolours, pottery, silk pieces, glass sculptures and recycled works, with displays from local and international artists. Paintings are for sale, and one visitor bought earrings; postcards are another small take-home option. Staff may explain the artists, but a review specifically appreciated being given enough space to browse independently.
Entry is free, while artwork prices vary. The gallery suits art and heritage lovers who enjoy a quiet, informal visit. It has been described as a historical landmark and part of Dubai’s older cultural fabric, with a relaxed atmosphere and traditional architecture.
Check opening arrangements before visiting on Friday, as one review reports it was closed then. Also separate the gallery from nearby restaurant commentary: reviews disagree about food, and one long-time visitor says the burger and hummus businesses are unrelated.