* Nucleus: This is the most prominent and well-known organelle containing DNA. It houses the majority of the cell's genetic material in the form of chromosomes.
* Mitochondria: These organelles, often referred to as the "powerhouses of the cell," have their own circular DNA molecule separate from the nuclear DNA. This mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) encodes for some of the proteins involved in cellular respiration.
* Chloroplasts: Found only in plant cells, these organelles are responsible for photosynthesis. They also contain their own circular DNA molecule, known as chloroplast DNA (cpDNA), which codes for proteins involved in photosynthesis and other chloroplast functions.
While these are the primary organelles with their own DNA, it's worth noting that some other organelles may have traces of DNA, but it's not considered a defining characteristic of these organelles.