Sharjah
UAE
- Safety rating
- 8.5/10
- Best time to visit
- November to March offers pleasant weather for exploring the heritage sites and corniche.
- Population
- 1.8M
Overview
Sharjah is the UAE's cultural capital, a more traditional emirate celebrated for its museums, restored heritage areas, and Islamic arts. The atmospheric Heart of Sharjah, grand mosques, and the lagoon-side corniche reward visitors seeking authenticity near Dubai.
Top attractions
Explore the Heart of Sharjah heritage district, the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Al Noor Mosque, and the Al Majaz Waterfront.
Getting around
Buses and taxis serve the emirate, and ride-hailing works well; a car is useful, though Dubai traffic on the border can be heavy.