Sharjah
United Arab Emirates · 5 m
Description
Sharjah (الشارقة) is widely regarded as the cultural capital of the United Arab Emirates, combining Islamic heritage, traditional architecture, and contemporary art. The conservative emirate is known for the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Al Noor Mosque, and the historic Heart of Sharjah district, with its restored merchant houses, courtyards, and traditional souqs. Major museums, the Sharjah Art Foundation, and the internationally renowned Sharjah Biennial contribute to its exceptionally rich cultural scene. Quieter and more traditional than neighbouring Dubai, Sharjah offers a fascinating insight into the history, art, and cultural life of the Gulf region.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – March
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- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
- Heart of Sharjah
- Al Noor Mosque
- Sharjah Art Museum
- Al Majaz Waterfront
- Al Qasba Canal
- Blue Souk (Central Souk)
- Al Noor Island
- Rain Room
- Sharjah Heritage Museum
- Bait Al Naboodah
- Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn)
- Souq Al Arsah
- Mleiha Archaeological Centre & archaeological sites(Day trip)
- Khor Fakkan Beach(Day trip)
- Sharjah Aquarium
- Mleiha Desert & Fossil Rock(Day trip)
- Khor Fakkan Amphitheatre & Waterfall(Day trip)
- Sharjah Maritime Museum
- Al Heera Beach
- Al Khan Beach
- Sharjah Archaeology Museum
- Sharjah Classic Cars Museum
- Sharjah Science Museum
- Sharjah National Park
- Al Rafisah Dam(Day trip)
- Al Suhub Rest Area(Day trip)
- Al Rabi Mountain Trail(Day trip)
- Kalba Mangrove Reserve(Day trip)
- Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- SHJ
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry