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Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf from Dubai with Heritage Museums and Souks
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United Arab Emirates > Dubai

Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf from Dubai with Heritage Museums and Souks

by Odyssey DMC

4.5 hours
Dubai
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Overview

This 4.5-hour tour begins with pickup from a central Dubai hotel and transport to Sharjah by air-conditioned coach or minivan, depending on group size. A professional guide provides commentary in a selected language throughout the trip. On the way to Sharjah, there is a photo stop at Al Noor Mosque on Buhairah Corniche, followed by a visit to King Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Sharjah, which can hold 15,000 worshippers. Upon arrival in Sharjah, known as the Pearl of the Gulf, the tour continues with a visit to the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, where exhibits highlight Islamic contributions to world heritage. Next is a walk through Souq Al Arsah, a restored traditional market in Sharjah’s Old Town. The tour then visits the Sharjah Heritage Museum to see a traditional family home and examples of Arabian Gulf architecture. The final stop is Souq Al Markazi, the largest market in Sharjah, offering carpets, jewelry, and handicrafts, where guests have time to browse. Afterward, the tour returns to Dubai for hotel drop-off. Entrance fees to the Sharjah Heritage Museum and the Islamic Civilization Museum are included. The total duration is about 4.5 hours, excluding driving time, which can add up to 90 minutes depending on traffic.

Highlights

Visit King Faisal Mosque and Al Noor Mosque for photos
Entrance to Sharjah Heritage Museum and Islamic Civilization Museum
Walk through Souq Al Arsah and Souq Al Markazi markets
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai
Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
Guided commentary in selected language

What's included

Photo stops at King Faisal Mosque and Al Noor Mosque
Pickup and drop-off at Dubai hotels
Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan depending on group size
Professional guide speaking selected language
Entrance to Souq Al Arsa and Souq Al Markazi
Admission to Sharjah Heritage Museum
Admission to Islamic Civilization Museum

What's not included

Gratuities
Food and drinks unless specified

Itinerary

1

Sharjah

The 4.5-hour tour begins with a pickup from a central Dubai hotel followed by a drive to Sharjah, the UAE’s third-largest city on the Arabian Gulf. The city is centered around a restored Old Town that includes heritage areas, souks, and museums.

120 min

2

Al-Noor Mosque

On the way to Sharjah, the guide provides historical information while the group stops at Buhairah Corniche for a photo opportunity at Al Noor Mosque.

30 min

3

King Faisal Mosque

The group visits King Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Sharjah, which can hold 15,000 worshippers, for photos and architectural appreciation.

10 min

4

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

This stop includes a visit to the Islamic Civilization Museum, showcasing Islamic contributions to global heritage.

20 min

5

Souk Al Arsah

The tour continues with a walk through Souk Al Arsah in Sharjah’s Old Town, a restored traditional market.

20 min

6

Sharjah Heritage Museum

At the Heritage Museum, visitors see a traditional family home and examples of Arabian Gulf architecture.

20 min

7

Souk Al-Markazi

The final stop is Souk Al Markazi, where guests have time to browse carpets, jewelry, and handicrafts before returning to Dubai with hotel drop-off.

60 min

Languages

German (guide)Portuguese (guide)English (guide)Italian (guide)French (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 15 travelers
Mobile ticket
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
A minimum of two adults is required; pickup uses a suitable shared vehicle from different hotels.
Children under 5 must use a child seat when traveling in UAE vehicles; inform operator if bringing a child under 5.
Dress in lightweight summer clothes most of the year; bring jackets or sweaters for winter evenings; sunglasses and hats recommended.
Summer temperatures from June to September can reach 42 to 45 degrees Celsius with humidity above 90%; guests should take precautions.
A private version of this tour is available under product code 2168PDXB01.
The operator may cancel parts of the tour due to government decisions, public holidays, weather, or similar conditions.
The tour duration is 4.5 to 5 hours excluding driving time, which can add 60 to 90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day.
Total
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