Sharjah
is a centre of culture
Welcome to Sharjah
Sharjah doesn’t dazzle with glitz but with sensitivity towards its history and culture, which explains why Unesco declared it Cultural Capital of the Arab World in 1998, recognition reaffirmed in 2014, when it became Capital of Islamic Culture. Once you have penetrated the traffic-clogged outskirts of town, the historic old town is easy to navigate on foot. Plan on setting aside several hours to explore the Heritage... Read More
Top experiences in Sharjah
Sharjah activities
Dubai Private Arrival Airport Transfer
When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your Dubai city, Jumairah, Palm Jumairah, Sharjah, Jebel Ali Hotel or Cruise Ship details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.It's that easy!Price is per person, based on 8 adults per car/vehicleAt time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box: Airline Flight Number Departing City / Arrival City Arrival Time Hotel Name Hotel Address Please select the appropriate hotel zone at time of booking.
Dubai Private Departure Airport Transfer
When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your Dubai city, Jumairah,Palm Jumairah, Sharjah, Jebel Ali Hotel or Dubai Port details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy!Price is per person, based on 7 adults per car/vehicle At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box: Airline Flight Number Departing City / Arrival City Departure Time Hotel Name Hotel Address Please select the appropriate hotel zone.Dubai City Hotels: All centrally located Dubai city hotels.Jumairah Hotels: Dubai Marine Beach Resort&Spa, Regent Beach Resort, Jumeirah Beach Hotel/Bei Al Bahar, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah (Mina A'Salam, Al Qasr, Dar Al Masyaf), One&Only Royal Mirage, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, Le Méridien Mina Seyahi, The Harbour Hotel, Grosvenor House, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa, Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, The Ritz-Carlton, Oasis Beach Tower, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort & Towers, Hotels in the Jumeirah Beach Residence Complex (ie. Amwaj Rotana, Sofitel Jumeirah Beach) The same rates will also apply to hotels in and around Dubai Media City / Dubai Internet City as well as Dubai Marina. Palm Jumairah Hotels:Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah Hotel, Royal Club ApartmentsSharjah HotelsJebel Ali Golf Resort and SpaDubai Port
City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
On this City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour, be wowed by the ultra-cosmopolitan city of Dubai, dubbed 'the gateway between the east and the west,' home to the tallest building in the world, the largest man-made island, the first seven-star hotel and a ski resort in the middle of the desert.Create your own sightseeing itinerary and travel by open-top, double-decker bus through Dubai. With the 48-hours or 7-day pass, you can enhance your experience with a sightseeing tour of Sharjah. Enjoy wonderful 360-degree views and audio commentary in 12 languages as you see the city's top sights at your own pace.In addition to unlimited travel over 24, 48 hours or 7-day pass, you have access to a range of other benefits, including free admission to the Dubai Museum and Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum’s House. You'll also get a VIP entry ticket to Global Village — a pairing that's offered exclusively by City Sightseeing. Buses run from 9am to 8pm and depart every 20 or 30 minutes. Extended operating hours allow you to experience Dubai at night! Your Dubai hop-on hop-off sightseeing ticket includes the following additional benefits, all included. You can take advantage of these at any time during your stay in Dubai. Refer to your booking voucher for information on meeting points and timings:24-Hour Pass Benefits:Tour Dubai Dhow CruiseWalking tours (October – April)Entry to the Dubai MuseumVIP Global Village entry ticketEntry to Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's HouseAl Ghurair Centre Privilege CardTicket for the RTA Water BusCity Sightseeing Night Bus Tour Entry to the Camel Museum, Coin Museum, Horse Museum, Architect Museum and Poet MuseumDubai Mall Guided Walking TourSpice Souk - Gold Souk Guided Walking TourBastakiya - Dubai Museum - Old Souk Guided Walking Tour48-hour and 7-day Pass Benefits: Tour Dubai Dhow CruiseDubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo entryWalking tours (October – April)Entry to the Dubai MuseumVIP Global Village entry ticketEntry to Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's HouseTicket for the RTA Water BusCity Sightseeing Night Bus Tour Airport Shuttle Service to Deira City CenterEntry to the Camel Museum, Coin Museum, Horse Museum, Architect Museum and Poet MuseumDubai Mall Guided Walking TourSpice Souk - Gold Souk Guided Walking TourBastakiya - Dubai Museum - Old Souk Guided Walking TourSee the Itinerary for route details.
Day Tour to the East Coast - Orient Express
Board an air-conditioned coach outside your Dubai hotel in the morning and get ready for a day trip to the country’s far east coast with your local guide.Entering the emirate of Sharjah, pass the palm plantations of Al Dhaid and travel through the jagged Hajar Mountains before reaching the village of Dibba. Stop here to wander around the port and learn about Dibba’s important role in maritime trade and settlement since the pre–Islamic era. Continue driving along the coast, peppered with old fishing villages that each tell a story. Stop at a local restaurant for lunch (own expense) and a chance to cool off with a dip in the serene Gulf of Oman. Your next stop is Al Badiyah Mosque, the oldest-known mosque in the UAE in the emirate of Fujairah. Imagine how old this Arabian temple is as you tour the mud-brick structure — the date of its construction is unknown, but the surrounding site has been excavated to reveal that it has been inhabited for 4,000 years. Going forward in time bit, head to Fujairah Fort, built in 1670 and recently renovated to its former glory after British attack in the 20th century. It’s considered the oldest fort in the UAE. Then visit another historic citadel, Al Bithnah Fort, built in 1735 and once considered of vital importance to the defense of the country’s eastern region.After all that sightseeing, now it’s time to browse the Masafi Friday Market (despite its name, this covered outdoor market is open seven days a week). Hunt for bargains on Arabian rugs, earthenware, antiques, souvenirs and more.Relax on the cool coach ride back to Dubai at the end of the day.
Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf
After pickup from your Dubai hotel, drive just 25 minutes north to Sharjah, the third-largest city in the United Arab Emirates, perched on the Persian Gulf.Visit Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn Sharjah), a renovated fortification originally constructed in 1820 as the royal residence for Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi. A masterpiece of traditional Arab architecture, the fort has withstood many social, political, commercial and military developments and changes in the region. Today it is open to the public as a museum.A highlight of your tour is Faisal Mosque, the largest of the 300 mosques in the emirate of Sharjah, sprawling over 39,370 square feet (12,000 sq m).Continue to the Sharjah Heritage Museum, which gives you unique insight into Arab culture. Each gallery focuses on a different aspect of local life, including religious values, marriage celebrations, burial rituals and desert life.Take time to wander the adjacent market, Souq Al Arsah, one of the oldest souks in the country. Where traders from Persia, India and surrounding Arab nations would once stock up on supplies, now you'll find local vendors selling artisan goods such as pashminas, dallahs (coffee pots), herbs, spices and jewelry to tourists. It's a great place to pick up some authentic wares.If nothing here quite catches your eye, you'll have another chance to get souvenirs at Souq Al Markazi, a treasure trove of Middle Eastern carpets, jewelry and handicrafts.You'll be returned to your Dubai hotel to conclude your tour.
City Sightseeing Dubai and Sharjah Super Saver
Dubai is a city of big dreams: It holds the tallest building in the world, the biggest man-made island, the first seven-star hotel and a ski resort in the desert. Known as 'the gateway between the east and the west,' it is home to more than 2 million people of more than 200 nationalities, making it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. Nearby Sharjah, known as the Pearl of the Gulf, is a fascinating UNESCO-listed cultural city with mystical-looking mosques and slick new attractions straddling both the Persian Gulf Coast and the Gulf of Oman.With this Super Saver, you can explore both cities with ease over the course of two days. Travel by open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy fantastic 360-degree views and audio commentary in 12 languages. In addition to unlimited travel over 48 hours, your ticket also includes a range of extra benefits, such as free admission to the Dubai Museum, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo and Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum’s House, plus a VIP entry ticket to Global Village — a pairing that's offered exclusively by City Sightseeing. Buses depart every 20 or 30 minutes and run from 9am to 8pm. Extended operating hours allow you to experience Dubai at night!Your Dubai hop-on hop-off sightseeing ticket includes the following additional benefits, all FREE. You can take advantage of these at any time during your stay in Dubai or Sharjah. Refer to your booking voucher for information on meeting points and timings:Tour Dubai Dhow CruiseDubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo entryWalking tours (October – April)Entry to the Dubai MuseumVIP Global Village entry ticketEntry to Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's HouseTicket for the RTA Water BusCity Sightseeing Night Bus Tour Airport Shuttle Service to Deira City CenterEntry to the Camel Museum, Coin Museum, Horse Museum, Architect Museum and Poet MuseumDubai Mall Guided Walking TourSpice Souk - Gold Souk Guided Walking TourBastakiya - Dubai Museum - Old Souk Guided Walking TourSee below for route details.