Explore Heart of Sharjah
Build a walking route around the heritage area.
- Best for
- Culture and history
- Allow
- Half day
- Access
- Lanes public; venues vary
Planning tip Choose a few venues and allow unhurried time between them.
United Arab Emirates / Sharjah
Things to do in Sharjah
Sharjah suits a culture-led stay with heritage streets, museums and waterfront evenings. The emirate also extends inland and to the east coast, so distinguish city sightseeing from a full-day excursion.
10 ideas · Choose your pace
First time in Sharjah?
Focus on Heart of Sharjah and one museum, then a lagoon-side evening.
Visit lengths below are planning suggestions. Allow extra time for travel. A linked tour may cover part of the idea: check its named stops and inclusions.
Culture and history
Visit the Museum of Islamic Civilization
Make a collection-focused visit part of a museum day.
- Best for
- Culture and history
- Allow
- 2 hours
- Access
- Ticketed
Planning tip Check current visitor information before setting out.
Explore Sharjah Art Museum
Choose an art stop alongside the heritage district.
- Best for
- Culture and history
- Allow
- 1–2 hours
- Access
- Exhibition access to check
Planning tip Check the current exhibition program.
Visit Sharjah Fort
Add a focused fort visit to your heritage itinerary.
- Best for
- Culture and history
- Allow
- 1–2 hours
- Access
- Ticketed
Planning tip Check the visitor route if stairs are a concern.
Food and local life
Browse Souq Al Arsah
Leave space for a market walk within the historic area.
- Best for
- Food and local life
- Allow
- 1 hour
- Access
- Free to browse; purchases extra
Planning tip Ask sellers about the origin of craft items.
Coast and water
Walk Al Majaz Waterfront
Choose a relaxed evening walk and meal.
- Best for
- Coast and water
- Allow
- 1–2 hours
- Access
- Public areas; activities extra
Planning tip Keep the walk to a comfortable section for your group.
Desert and nature
Explore Al Noor Island
Plan a landscaped-island visit alongside the lagoon.
- Best for
- Desert and nature
- Allow
- 1–2 hours
- Access
- Ticketed
Planning tip Check which indoor and outdoor attractions your ticket includes.
Family activities
Visit Sharjah Aquarium
Choose an indoor family stop near the coast.
- Best for
- Family activities
- Allow
- 1–2 hours
- Access
- Ticketed
Planning tip Check current entry arrangements and nearby museum options.
Day trips
Discover Mleiha
Devote a day to archaeology and desert scenery beyond the city.
- Best for
- Day trips
- Allow
- Full day including travel
- Access
- Guided options; ticketed venues
Planning tip Confirm the activity level and exact excursion route.
Plan a Khor Fakkan coastal day
Explore a different coastline within the emirate.
- Best for
- Day trips
- Allow
- Full day including travel
- Access
- Activities and access vary
Planning tip Keep road time in the plan and confirm all intended stops.
Choose activities for your season
The cooler months suit heritage walks and inland outings. Summer favors museum visits and short evening waterfront walks. Check individual venues and outdoor operations for your date.
Sharjah travel guideDay trips and longer outings
Mleiha is inland and Khor Fakkan is on the east coast. Each should be planned as its own road day.
Discuss your Sharjah transport routeQuestions about things to do in Sharjah
Is Mleiha in central Sharjah city?
No. It is in the emirate's central region and needs a separate road journey.
Do these ideas include confirmed tour bookings?
No. Attractions can be visited independently where access permits. Journeyfer tour links describe existing enquiry itineraries; the date, final price and inclusions need confirmation.
How should I choose activities for my group?
Choose shorter museum-and-waterfront days for families. Ask venues about lifts, step-free entrances and the exact exhibition route rather than relying on a general city label.
Sources and planning notes
Researched on 2026-09-20 from the official sources below. Suggested visit lengths and itineraries are Journeyfer planning ideas, not fixed schedules. Check current admission, access and operating details before travel.
- Visit Sharjah: Heart of Sharjah — accessed 2026-09-20
- Visit Sharjah: Mleiha — accessed 2026-09-20