Manama Museum Park in Ajman: Things to Do and Nearby Places

Công viên Bảo tàng Manama is a landscaped public garden in Al Manama, a small inland enclave of the emirate of Ajman about 70 km east of Ajman city, right beside the White Fort that houses the Manama Museum. It has lawns, palm trees, a children’s play area and shaded gazebos for picnics, and sits next to a small heritage village.

The park usually opens in the afternoon from around 4 pm (timings may change), and there is no ticket for the park itself at the time of writing. It is in Ajman, UAE, not Manama in Bahrain. In 2026 the fort next door is being restored as a new Manama Museum, so the park is the easiest part of the site to enjoy right now. It makes a relaxed stop for families, photographers and anyone on a road trip towards the Hajar Mountains, and it pairs well with the Pháo đài Đỏ ở Ajman, Al Bayyah Dam and the palm farms of Al Manama Ajman.

Manama Museum Park at a glance

What’s new at the Manama Museum in 2026

In August 2026, Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, inspected the restoration of the fort as it is prepared to reopen as the Manama Museum, as Sharjah24 reported. The project keeps the fort’s watchtower, its old well and the palm groves watered by the traditional falaj system.

The new visitor route will start in a Story of Manama room and move through rooms on the area’s people, crops and farming, environment, stamps and currency, traditional games, old architecture and the Oman Coast Force, plus rooms dedicated to Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi and Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, before ending in the central Al Liwan courtyard. Visit Ajman describes the fort as a twentieth century landmark ringed by palms that has displayed weapons, Bedouin jewellery and handicrafts. No reopening date has been announced yet, so treat the museum as a bonus and the park as the main reason to stop.

Where is Manama Museum Park?

The park is in Al Manama, next to the White Fort (Manama Museum) and the heritage village, in the Manama enclave of Ajman between Sharjah and Fujairah. From Ajman city the drive takes about an hour via Emirates Road (E611) and Al Dhaid Road (E88). From Dubai, allow roughly 75 to 90 minutes depending on traffic. Walk in through the museum gate or the small gate on the heritage village side, and search Manama Museum Park, Al Manama, Ajman so your maps app does not send you to Bahrain.

Driving is the easiest way to reach Al Manama, and there is parking near the White Fort. If you would rather not drive, White Sky can arrange a private car with driver or a day trip that combines the park with the Red Fort, Masfout or Hatta. Message us on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133.

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• Pick the season. November to March is ideal; from May to September, go only after sunset.
• Arrive after 4 pm, when the park usually opens, and stay into the cooler evening.
• Pack water, snacks, a picnic mat and hats for children, since facilities inside are limited.
• Park near the White Fort and walk in through the museum gate or the village side gate.
• Walk the paths and lawns first, then let children use the play area with an adult nearby.
• Grab karak tea and paratha at the small cafeteria by the fort gate.
• Add a second stop, such as the Red Fort animal enclosures or Al Bayyah Dam, to make the drive worthwhile.

Things to do at and around the park

Picnic and play

Spread a mat on the lawn or claim a gazebo, let the children use the play area, and enjoy the quiet of a farming town at the foot of the mountains. Barbecues are not allowed, so bring ready food.

See the forts of Al Manama

Admire the White Fort from outside while restoration continues, then drive a few minutes past green fields and palm groves to the Red Fort, where enclosures out front hold oryx, gazelles and zebras. Avoid photographing the area behind the Red Fort, which is a military camp.

Birdwatching at Al Bayyah Dam

In winter, Al Bayyah Dam is a calm spot for birdwatching. Water levels depend on rainfall, so the greener edges are often the best part when the dam is low.

Sự kiện theo mùa

The park and heritage village host community events such as the Spring Festival and UAE National Day celebrations, when the area is at its liveliest.

Nearby places to visit

• Masfout Ajman, Ajman’s other mountain enclave, with hiking, dams, Masfout Gate and date farms.
• Al Dhaid Sharjah, an oasis town with farms, fruit stalls and falaj heritage on the way back to the coast.
• Chợ thứ Sáu Masafi, a roadside market for pottery, carpets, plants and fresh fruit.
• Công viên gia đình Al Jurf, a green family park back in Ajman city for another easy outing.

Where to stay near Manama Museum Park

There are no large hotels in Al Manama itself, so most visitors drive in for the afternoon and stay nearby:

• Ajman beach hotels: Khu nghỉ dưỡng Ajman Saray, Fairmont Ajman and Ramada Beach Hotel Ajman, about an hour away.
• Hatta mountains: JA Hatta Fort Hotel and the Hatta Resorts lodges for a mountain weekend; see our guide to Hoạt động của Khách sạn JA Hatta Fort.
• Bờ biển phía đông Fujairah: Khu nghỉ dưỡng bãi biển Le Méridien Al Aqah and Fujairah Rotana Resort and Spa Al Aqah Beach for a beach break after the mountains.
• Ở lại trang trại: private farms in the area with pools and play areas, rented as a whole unit for groups and families.

White Sky can book any of these stays and plan the full road trip for you. Message us on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133.

Các vấn đề thường gặp và cách khắc phục nhanh

When the park is not the right stop

Skip the park if you want a full day of rides and activities, or on July and August afternoons if anyone in your group is elderly or very young. On those days an indoor mall or attraction in Ajman or Dubai is a better fit, and you can save Al Manama for a cool winter evening.

Bài viết liên quan

Keep exploring Ajman and the northern emirates with these guides:

• Al Manama Ajman: Pháo đài, Bảo tàng, Khách sạn và các hoạt động tham quan
• Pháo đài Đỏ ở Ajman: Lịch sử, vị trí và lời khuyên cho du khách
• Cẩm nang du lịch Ajman của Masfout: Những việc cần làm, khách sạn và cách đến đó
• Cổng Masfout Ajman: Danh lam thắng cảnh mới, những việc nên làm và nơi lưu trú.
• Al Dhaid Sharjah: Các điểm tham quan hàng đầu và hướng dẫn du lịch
• Chợ thứ Sáu Masafi: Giờ mở cửa, địa điểm và những mặt hàng nên mua
• Các hoạt động tại khách sạn JA Hatta Fort: Những việc cần làm, nhà hàng và địa điểm lân cận

Các câu hỏi thường gặp

Where is Manama Museum Park?

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Manama Museum Park is in Al Manama, Ajman, United Arab Emirates, next to the White Fort (Manama Museum) and the heritage village. Al Manama is an inland enclave of Ajman between Sharjah and Fujairah, about 70 km east of Ajman city.

Is Manama Museum Park free to enter?

Yes. At the time of writing there is no ticket for the park itself. Timings and rules may change, and the Manama Museum next door will have its own entry arrangements once it reopens.

What are the Manama Museum Park timings?

The park usually opens in the afternoon from around 4 pm and stays open into the evening. Timings can change with the season, events and maintenance, so check before you drive.

What is the best time to visit Manama Museum Park?

The best time to visit is from November to March, in the late afternoon or early evening when the park is open and the weather is cool. From May to September, go only after sunset and keep the visit short.

Is the Manama Museum open in 2026?

The fort that houses the Manama Museum is being restored and prepared as a new museum, with a progress inspection by the Crown Prince of Ajman in August 2026. No reopening date has been announced yet, but the park beside it remains a pleasant stop.

How far is Manama Museum Park from Dubai?

The drive from Dubai usually takes about 75 to 90 minutes, mostly via Emirates Road (E611) and Al Dhaid Road (E88). From Ajman city it takes about an hour.

Is there parking at Manama Museum Park?

Yes. Visitors usually park near the White Fort (Manama Museum) and walk into the park through the museum gate or the small gate on the heritage village side.

Can I have a barbecue or bring my dog?

No. Barbecues and dogs are not allowed in Manama Museum Park. Bring ready food for a picnic on the lawns or in the gazebos instead.

What can I see near Manama Museum Park?

Nearby you can visit the Red Fort with its oryx and gazelle enclosures, Al Bayyah Dam for winter birdwatching, the Masfout enclave, Al Dhaid and Masafi Friday Market.

Where can I stay near Manama Museum Park?

Al Manama has no large hotels, so most visitors stay in Ajman city at resorts such as Ajman Saray, in Hatta at JA Hatta Fort Hotel, or on the Fujairah coast at Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort. White Sky can book these for you on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133.

Is Manama Museum Park in Bahrain?

No. Manama Museum Park is in Al Manama in the emirate of Ajman, UAE. It shares its name with Bahrain’s capital, so always search with the word Ajman in your maps app.

Can White Sky arrange a trip to Manama Museum Park?

Vâng. White Sky Travel and Tourism can arrange a private car with driver, a day trip combining Al Manama with Masfout or Hatta, and hotel stays nearby, with flexible payment through Tabby, Tamara và trả góp bằng thẻ tín dụng UAE. Liên hệ với chúng tôi qua WhatsApp theo số điện thoại... +971 4 220 2133.

Kết luận

Manama Museum Park is a peaceful, free green space in Ajman’s Al Manama enclave, perfect for a winter picnic, a family play stop or a sunset break on a mountain road trip. Pair it with the Red Fort, Al Bayyah Dam or a night in Hatta or Fujairah, and keep an eye on the restored Manama Museum, which will make the site even more rewarding once it reopens.

Planning a trip around Ajman, Hatta or Fujairah? White Sky Travel and Tourism can build the itinerary, book the hotel and arrange transfers, with flexible payment through Tabby, Tamara and UAE credit cards offering installments up to 12 months. Message us on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133 và chúng tôi sẽ lấy nó từ đó.