The City

A Land With A Wealth Of Culture And Art, Year-Round Sunshine And A Distinctive Blend Of History And Modern City, It Is An Attractive And Safe Destination Offering The Right Ingredients For Leisure And Business. Known In The Region As The “Cultural Capital Of UAE”, Sharjah Has For Generations Welcomed Visitors From Around The World With Its Humble Hospitality.

Local Attractions

Sharjah Is The City Which Provides Attractive Tourist Destinations And Locations For The Whole Family To Enjoy. Whether It Be Shopping Or Entertainment The City Provides Rich, Cultural And Diverse Locations, Which Are Easily Reachable.

Museums

The City Has Over 20 Museums. Museums In Sharjah Include:

  • El Eslah School Museum
  • Al Mahatta Museum
  • Sharjah Archeology Museum
  • Sharjah Art Museum And Contemporary Arab Art
  • Bait Al Nahboodah
  • Bait Khalid Bin Ibrahim
  • Bait Sheikh Saeed Bin Hameed Al Qasimi
  • Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
  • Sharjah Hisn
  • Sharjah Heritage Museum
  • Sharjah Maritime Museum
  • Sharjah Museum For Islamic Civilisation
  • Sharjah’s Natural History & Botanical Museum
  • Sharjah Science Museum
  • Majlis Al Madifaa

Shopping Centers And Malls

  • Central Souq (Gold Souq)
  • Arab Mall
  • Ansar Mall
  • Crystal Plaza
  • Gold Center
  • Sahara Center
  • Safeer Mall
  • Atlas Mall
  • Sarah Shopping Centre
  • Sharjah City Centre
  • Sharjah Mega Mall
  • Sharjah Shopping Centre
  • Al Falah Plaza
  • Al Fardan Mall
  • Al Maya Centre

Amusement  & Theme Parks

  • Al Majaz Waterfront Park
  • Al Nahda Park
  • Sharjah Golf And Shooting Club
  • Qanat Al Qasba
  • Magic Planet – Sharjah City Center
  • Sharjah National Park
  • Sharjah Desert Park

Local Events

Sharjah Expo Centre

The Expo Centre Sharjah, Holds An Annual Book Fair That Is Known Throughout The Region. It Was Founded, Built And Operated From 1976 To 1989 By Frederick Pittera, An International Producer Of Trade & Consumer Fairs. The Event Typically Attracts Hundreds Of Local And International Publishers And Thousands Of Titles. Expo Center Also Holds Other Major Events Aswell.

Sharjah Light Festival

The Sharjah Light Festival Is A Nightly Art Exhibit With Local And International Artists That Takes Place In Public Places.

Sharjah Water Festival

This Delightful Event Is Held Once A Year In Sharjah On Its Lagoon. This Event Features Light And Water Shows, Children Shows, Water Sports And Many More.