Ways to Enjoy Sharjah on your Holiday

Pamper yourself at the Blue Souk 

Probably the city’s most photographed building, the Blue Souk (also called as Gold Souk) is a one-stop shopping mall in Sharjah with tremendous architectural detail. The mall is formed of six buildings that boast more than 600 shops. The mall is located in the centre of the city and is the best place to shop a wide variety of goods like electronics, artefacts, and clothing.  

Relax at the Beaches of Sharjah 

With the coast on both the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Gulf, you get the best beaches for picnicking, swimming and watersports in Sharjah. The city holds more than one beach; you can visit Al Fish Public Beach, Al Khan Beach, Al Mamzar Beach Park, East Coast, Khorfakkan beach, etc. All the beaches are safe to explore, and most of them have picnic areas with a barbeque where you can have a perfect day out with your family. 

Board on Dhow Cruises for an unforgettable time 

Enjoy a day cruising on a traditional dhow boat in Sharjah around Khalid lagoon. During your day trip enjoy spotting dolphins around you, swim, go for a snorkel in the aquamarine waters or relax on the deck, and a lot of other things. If you're lucky enough then you'll also get to see the famous dhow-racing in UAE which is held in the Arabian Gulf sea.  

Take a ride on the Eye of the Emirates Wheel 

Visit one of the most popular attractions, the Eye of the Emirates. It is located in the busy area of Al Qanat Qasba Sharjah. This famous ride gives you a fantastic view of the coast and the city. If you’re in Sharjah, you must go visit the eye of Emirates wheel.

Visit the Arabian Wildlife Centre

Being a part of the desert region,  Shargh boasts a truly unique array of wildlife, all of which can be found at the Arabian Wildlife Centre. The park is more than just a zoo; it helps repopulate certain species with its breeding program and share awareness about the dangers of extinction and endangerment to locals and visitors.