By Adity Chandel
October 25, 2024
Sharjah – the cultural heart of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – is embellished with museums offering a unique glimpse into the past! Let's explore Sharjah's 6 most fascinating museums that reflect the rich heritage of the UAE!
Opened in 2008, this museum in the heart of Sharjah houses over 5,000 artifacts from the 7th to 20th century reflecting the Islamic heritage and its global impact. Don’t miss the gold-embroidered curtain for the door of the Holy Ka’ba!
Entry Fee: 10 QAR Visiting Hours: 8 AM to 8 PM (except Friday)
UAE’s largest art museum! Opened in 1997, the three-floor building features 72 galleries with a diverse collection of contemporary and traditional artworks from the Arab world. Visit the Ali Darwish gallery with Sharjah’s watercolors and the library with 4000 books!
Entry Fee: Free Visiting Hours: 8 AM to 8 PM (except Friday)
Sharjah's first Museum – opened in 1993! Home to intriguing artifacts from the Stone, Bronze, and Iron ages, allowing you to learn about the region's ancient civilizations through captivating exhibits.
Entry Fee: 10 QAR Visiting Hours: 8 AM to 8 PM (except Friday)
Housed in an 18th-century pearl merchant's house in Bait Saeed Al Taweel Al Shamsi, it offers insight into Sharjah's rich architectural heritage and Emirati culture! Engage in interactive sessions and workshops, and shop at the nearby Souk Al Arsah!
Entry Fee: 10 QAR Visiting Hours: 8 AM to 8 PM (except Friday)
Located in Al Khan, this museum takes you through Sharjah’s interesting marine history, heritage, and customs of its inhabitants. Discover a collection of genuine Arabian pearls and traditional wooden seafaring dhows.
Entry Fee: 10 QAR Visiting Hours: 8 AM to 8 PM (except Friday)
Discover Arabia's captivating flora and fauna! Situated in Sharjah Desert Park, it houses exhibits of meteorites and fossils, taxidermic displays of rare animals, and desert ecosystems.
Entry Fee: 15 QAR Visiting Hours: 9 AM to 6:30 PM (except Friday)