Waterfront view of Museum of Islamic Art

This image of the waterfront and exterior of the Museum of Islamic Art was taken on the pathway of MIA park. This public museum is easy to access and can be reached by public transportation (via Fishing Port; 76) or by car. If you're driving, I recommend parking in the MIA Parking lot (25.293013, 51.541027). There is an ample amount of free parking that's available for those with cars under the MIA and in the MIA park, which is next to MIA. There are also complimentary golf carts that will shuttle visitors from and around the MIA park to MIA. Reference the GPS coordinates and you'll see this northwest-facing view of the museum from MIA Park.

The exterior waterfront view of the Museum of Islamic Art can be photographed regardless of the month.

To find similar lighting conditions, I recommend midday or late afternoon when there are more shadows and the water is beautifully lit.

By using a telephoto lens, you'll be able to bring in the details of the Museum of Islamic Art across the water.

There will be some boats that are parked around the corniche. You can capture them to make the picture more interesting as I did with my photo.

Having some shadows on the architecture is a key element of the composition. It'll make create depth and dimension and make the photo not as flat.

Make sure to center yourself with the architecture so you can create a sense of symmetry.

The harbor views from MIA Park are unbeatable! Not only is it an excellent place to take photos, it's also a relaxing spot to have a picnic and appreciate the skyline.

The Museum of Islamic Art is renowned for its impressive collection of art work. Within minutes of walking through the space, you'll be able to experience hundreds of years of history—take it all in and seize the moment!