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Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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42 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Al Majaz Waterfront
Landmark4.5

Al Majaz Waterfront

1,046 reviews

Scenic waterfront promenade with fountains, dining, and family attractions along Sharjah's Khalid Lagoon.

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Park & nature
Park & nature5

Al Noor Island

506 reviews

A serene island park on Khalid Lagoon featuring art installations, a butterfly house, and lush gardens.

Al Qasba
Market4.5

Al Qasba

492 reviews

A vibrant waterfront destination in Sharjah featuring canals, dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.

Market
Market4

Blue Souk

400 reviews

A sprawling market in Sharjah known for its blue-tiled architecture, offering gold, textiles, and souvenirs.

Religious site
Religious site4.5

Al Noor Mosque

304 reviews

Al Noor Mosque is a stunning white marble mosque on the Sharjah Corniche, known for its Ottoman-inspired architecture and welcoming atmosphere for non-Muslim visitors.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

Buhaira Corniche

203 reviews

Buhaira Corniche is a scenic waterfront promenade in Sharjah, perfect for leisurely walks and enjoying the lagoon views.

Market
Market4

Sahara Center

162 reviews

Sahara Center is a large shopping mall in Sharjah featuring a mix of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment facilities.

Market
Market5

Sheba Iranian Carpets & Antiques Stores

122 reviews

Sheba Iranian Carpets & Antiques Stores in Sharjah Central Market offers a curated collection of Persian rugs and antique treasures.

Museum
Museum4

Sharjah Heritage Museum

116 reviews

A museum in Sharjah showcasing the emirate's history, culture, and traditions through artifacts and exhibits.

King Faisal Mosque
Landmark4.5

King Faisal Mosque

112 reviews

Stunning modern mosque in Sharjah featuring intricate Islamic architecture and peaceful gardens.

Market
Market4

Sharjah City Centre

107 reviews

A bustling shopping mall in central Sharjah offering a mix of international brands, dining, and entertainment for the whole family.

Sharjah Art Museum
Museum4.5

Sharjah Art Museum

107 reviews

Explore a premier cultural institution in Sharjah showcasing contemporary and traditional art from the Arab world and beyond.

Landmark
Landmark3.5

Souk Al Arsah

92 reviews

Visit Souk Al Arsah, one of the oldest markets in the UAE, offering a traditional shopping experience with textiles, antiques, and local crafts in Sharjah.

Al Mahatta Museum
Museum4.5

Al Mahatta Museum

89 reviews

A museum in Sharjah housed in the city's first airport, showcasing the history of aviation in the UAE.

Museum
Museum4.5

Sharjah Fort - Al Hisn

87 reviews

A historic fort turned museum in Sharjah showcasing Emirati heritage, architecture, and artifacts.

Market
Market5

Persian Carpets Kingdom

85 reviews

A vibrant market in Sharjah's Central Souq offering an extensive collection of handwoven Persian carpets and rugs, from antique masterpieces to contemporary designs.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Al Ittihad Square Park

76 reviews

A peaceful urban park in Sharjah featuring lush greenery, walking paths, and a serene atmosphere ideal for relaxation and family outings.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Lou Lou beach

69 reviews

A serene beach park in Sharjah's Al Khaledia Suburb, offering a peaceful escape with sandy shores and green spaces for relaxation and family outings.

Market
Market4.5

Sharjah Jubail Fish Market

62 reviews

A bustling fish market in Sharjah where you can buy fresh seafood directly from vendors, with an authentic local atmosphere.

Museum
Museum4

Bait-al-Naboodah Museum

55 reviews

A heritage museum in Sharjah's historic heart, showcasing traditional Emirati domestic life in a restored coral-stone house.

Museum
Museum4

Sharjah Calligraphy Museum

45 reviews

Explore the art of Arabic calligraphy at the Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, a serene museum dedicated to this traditional Islamic art form.

Entertainment
Entertainment5

Prison Island Sharjah

40 reviews

An immersive escape room experience themed around a prison break, located in Al Zahia City Center, Sharjah.

Market
Market4.5

Souq al Jubail

39 reviews

Browse a vibrant fish market and waterfront promenade in the heart of Sharjah.

Market
Market4

Gifts Markets - in sharjah

32 reviews

Gifts Markets in Sharjah is a vibrant shopping destination offering a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs, and traditional items in the industrial area.

Museum
Museum4.5

Sharjah Museums

27 reviews

A group of museums in Sharjah showcasing art, heritage, and science in a cultural district.

The Spa
Sight5

The Spa

19 reviews

A luxurious spa within The Chedi Al Bait hotel in Sharjah's Heritage District, offering traditional and modern treatments.

Entertainment
Entertainment4.5

Adventureland

18 reviews

Enjoy family-friendly rides and games at Adventureland, an indoor amusement park in Sharjah's Sahara Centre.

Museum
Museum4

Maraya Art Centre

17 reviews

A contemporary art museum in Sharjah showcasing rotating exhibitions of regional and international artists in a striking mirrored building.

Market
Market5

Al Malakia Carpets & Antiques

15 reviews

A treasure trove of carpets and antiques in Sharjah's Central Souq, offering handwoven rugs, vintage furniture, and collectibles from across the region.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

Grand Sahara Cinema

15 reviews

A modern cinema complex in Sharjah's Sahara Centre, offering a comfortable movie-going experience with multiple screens.

Sharjah Fort
Museum

Sharjah Fort

Explore Sharjah's history in a restored 1820s fort turned museum, featuring artifacts and interactive exhibits.

Museum
Museum

Sharjah Archaeology Museum

A museum showcasing archaeological artifacts from the Stone Age to the Islamic period, all discovered in the Sharjah region.

Bait Al Naboodah
Museum

Bait Al Naboodah

A restored 19th-century pearl merchant's house turned museum, offering a glimpse into traditional Emirati domestic life and architecture.

Al Qasba Sharjah
Entertainment

Al Qasba Sharjah

A lively canal-side entertainment district featuring a giant Ferris wheel, waterfront dining, and cultural venues for evening strolls.

Mahatta Fort
Landmark

Mahatta Fort

Mahatta Fort is a historic rest house turned cultural site in Sharjah, offering a glimpse into the emirate's past as a travel hub.

Wasit Wetland Centre
Park & nature

Wasit Wetland Centre

A protected wetland reserve with bird hides and walking trails, ideal for spotting migratory birds and native wildlife.

King Faisal Mosque, Sharjah
Religious site

King Faisal Mosque, Sharjah

One of the UAE's largest mosques, King Faisal Mosque in Sharjah features striking modern Islamic architecture and can accommodate over 15,000 worshippers.

Al Noor Mosque (Sharjah)
Religious site

Al Noor Mosque (Sharjah)

Al Noor Mosque in Sharjah is an exquisite Ottoman-style mosque open for guided tours, welcoming non-Muslims to learn about Islamic culture.

Al Majaz Amphitheatre
Entertainment

Al Majaz Amphitheatre

A waterfront amphitheatre in Sharjah hosting concerts, festivals, and cultural events with stunning views of the Khalid Lagoon.

Museum
Museum

Sharjah Science Museum

An interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits and educational programs for visitors of all ages in Sharjah.

Museum
Museum

Sharjah Maritime Museum

A museum showcasing Sharjah's maritime heritage through exhibits on pearling, fishing, and traditional dhow building.

Museum
Museum

Al-Islah School Museum

A historic school turned museum that illustrates the early education system in Sharjah, with original classrooms and learning materials.