About Sharjah
Sharjah is one of United Arab Emirates's major cities, home to around 1,800,000 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Sharjah
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Al Hisn Fort
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Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
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Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
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Sharjah Heritage Museum
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Sharjah Art Museum
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Sharjah Archeology Museum
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Al Hisn Fort
- Visit Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
- Visit Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
- Eat at Mushmaool Arabic Grill Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Sharjah Heritage Museum
- Visit Sharjah Art Museum
- Visit Sharjah Archeology Museum
- Eat at Seashells
Where to eat
Local favourites
Mushmaool Arabic Grill Restaurant
Mushmaool is good food and amazing service. Provides the best grill in town and an outstanding dining experience. Committed to provide quali
Seashells
Fish restaurant serving fried or grilled shrimps, tuna fish and hammour or a seafood platter at reasonable prices.
Lasani
Pakistani barbecue and oriental food. One of the best Pakistani food in Sharjah.
Syed Al Biryani
House of great taste. One of the best restaurants in Sharjah.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Holiday Inn Sharjah
180 rooms, lobby lounge open 24 hr, Al Dana Dining Restaurant, health and fitness center, sauna, shuttle service to access the beach (distan
Lou' Lou'a Beach Resort
Al Reem Suites, Sharjah
A well-furnished serviced apartment hotel. Rooms available at reasonable rates (monthly and daily basis). Room service available. Airport dr
Crystal Plaza Hotel Sharjah
City Hotel
Inexpensive and in the centre of town between Rolla Square and Municipality Roundabout and 10-15 minutes walk from the bus/taxi station. Roo
Shopping
- Souq al-Arsa
- Central Souq (Blue Souq, New Souq)
- Khlas Malaki Dates
- Sharjah Mega Mall
- City Center Sharjah
- Sahara Center Sharjah
Nightlife
- Sharjah Wanderers Club
Museums & culture
- Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
- Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
- Sharjah Heritage Museum
- Sharjah Art Museum
- Sharjah Archeology Museum
In pictures
Sharjah gallery
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