Sharjah · UAE
Sharjah Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Sharjah tours and things to do in the cultural capital of the UAE: explore the restored Heart of Sharjah heritage quarter, browse the Blue Souq, admire the Al Noor Mosque, ride the red dunes on a desert safari, and uncover ancient history at Mleiha. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
149 experiences Free cancellation Top-rated tours Instant booking
Sunset tours in Sharjah
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Sharjah
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
Browse
Explore Sharjah by interest
Whatever brings you to Sharjah — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
What to see
Top attractions in Sharjah
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Heart of Sharjah
Heritage quarter.
15 toursView tours
Red Dunes
Desert safari.
15 toursView tours
Blue Souq
Central market.
10 toursView tours
Mleiha
Archaeology.
10 toursView tours
Al Noor Mosque
Ottoman gem.
10 toursView tours
Corniche
Khalid Lagoon.
10 toursView tours
Islamic Museum
Culture & art.
10 toursView tours
Dubai
Day trips.
15 toursView tours
Desert awayDesert Safari
Red dunes.
from €52View trips
30 min awayDubai
Neighbour city.
from €79View trips
1 hr awayMleiha
Archaeology.
from €75View trips
City awayAl Noor Mosque
Ottoman gem.
from €40View trips
City awayBlue Souq
Central market.
from €25View trips
City awayCorniche
Lagoon cruise.
from €82View trips
Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Sharjah visitor asks before booking.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Warm, dry days — the best time to visit.
Spring (Apr–May)
Hot but manageable before summer.
Summer (Jun–Sep)
Very hot — sightsee indoors or at night.
Autumn (Oct)
Cooling down and pleasant again.
For the desert
Winter for comfortable dune safaris.
Best overall
November to March for warm, dry weather.
One day
The heritage quarter and Blue Souq.
Two days
Add a desert safari.
Three days
Add Mleiha and a Dubai day trip.
For heritage
The Heart of Sharjah and museums.
For desert
A safari and Mleiha.
For day trips
Dubai and the northern emirates.
On foot
The heritage quarter is walkable.
By taxi
Metered taxis are the easiest way around.
Tours & transfers
Tours reach the desert, Mleiha and Dubai.
By boat
Abra and dhow cruises run on the lagoon.
Where to stay
Stay near the corniche or the heritage area.
UAE dirham
The UAE uses the dirham; cards widely accepted.
Heritage area
Visit the museums in the Heart of Sharjah.
Al Noor Mosque
Join a guided visit; dress modestly.
Desert safari
Choose an evening safari for the BBQ camp.
Blue Souq
Bargain for gold, carpets and souvenirs.
Alcohol
Sharjah is a dry emirate — no alcohol is sold.
Mleiha
Book a tour for the archaeology and stargazing.
Desert safaris
Evening safaris fill up — book ahead.
Dubai trips
Day trips fill up — reserve early.
Mleiha tours
Archaeology tours fill up — book ahead.
Heritage tours
City tours fill up — reserve early.
Cruises
Lagoon cruises fill up — book ahead.
Winter peak
November to March is busiest — book well ahead.
Heritage tour
Around €25–60 for a city and heritage tour.
Desert safari
About €52–90 for an evening desert safari.
Souq tour
Roughly €25–50 for a Blue Souq and museum tour.
Mleiha tour
Around €75–120 for a Mleiha archaeology tour.
Dubai trip
About €79–130 for a Dubai day trip.
How to save
Join group tours to save over private ones.
When to visit
Sharjah through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Nov–Mar
- Best for
- Warm & dry.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak.
Spring (Apr–May)
Apr–May
- Best for
- Fewer crowds.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Hot.
Summer (Jun–Sep)
Jun–Sep
- Best for
- Indoor sights.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Very hot.
Autumn (Oct)
Oct
- Best for
- Cooling down.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Pleasant.
People also ask
Sharjah travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Sharjah?
The highest-rated experiences are the heritage quarter, the Blue Souq, a desert safari, and the Al Noor Mosque.
What should I book in advance in Sharjah?
Reserve desert safaris, Mleiha tours and Dubai trips ahead, especially in winter.
How many days do I need in Sharjah?
One day covers the city, and two to three let you add the desert and Dubai.
Is Sharjah worth visiting?
Yes — as the UAE’s cultural capital, with heritage, museums and desert nearby, it offers a rich contrast to glitzy Dubai.
When is the best time to visit Sharjah?
November to March for warm, dry weather.
Is Sharjah a dry emirate?
Yes — no alcohol is sold in Sharjah.
How far is Dubai from Sharjah?
About 30 minutes by road, traffic permitting.
149 Sharjah experiencesfrom €25 · free cancellation
Explore tours