Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf
67 Ratings
- Live Guide
- Instant Confirmation
- Pickup Service
- E-Ticket
- 4.5 hr
Discover the city that's dubbed the 'Pearl of the Gulf' on this tour from Dubai to Sharjah, the third-largest city in the United Arab Emirates. Noteworthy sights and attractions are just waiting to be explored in this nearby city, including Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn Sharjah) and impressive Faisal Mosque. Visit the Sharjah Heritage Museum for a look at Arab history, religion and culture, and pick up some Middle Eastern souvenirs at Souq Al Arsah and Souq Al Markazi, the largest markets in the emirate.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Orient Tours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sharjah
Your 4.5-hour tour starts with a pickup from your central Dubai hotel and a drive to Sharjah, one of Dubai’s neighboring emirates. Situated on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sharjah is the UAE’s third-biggest city and centers around a restored Old Town that boasts lovely heritage areas, souks and museums.
Duration: 2 hour
Stop At: Al Noor Mosque
On route, hear about Sharjah’s history from your guide and stop first at the picturesque Buhairah Corniche with a photo-stop at the magnificent Al Noor Mosque before proceeding to the largest mosque in Sharjah, King Faisal Mosque for some pictures.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: King Faisal Mosque
Next, continue to the King Faisal Mosque, the largest of the emirate’s 300 mosques. Admire the splendid building and learn how it was built to accommodate 15,000 worshippers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
Next visit the Islamic Civilization Museum, celebrating Islamic contribution to the World Heritage.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Souk Al Arsah
Then drive to Sharjah’s ‘Old Town’ for a stroll through the restored traditional Souk Al Arsa market.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sharjah Heritage Museum
Visit Sharjah Heritage Museum for a glimpse of a traditional family home and typical Arabian Gulf architecture.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Souk Al-Markazi
The last stop before returning is at Souk Al Markazi– a treasure trove of carpets, jewellery and handicrafts. Your tour then concludes with a drop-off at your Dubai hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sharjah
Your 4.5-hour tour starts with a pickup from your central Dubai hotel and a drive to Sharjah, one of Dubai’s neighboring emirates. Situated on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sharjah is the UAE’s third-biggest city and centers around a restored Old Town that boasts lovely heritage areas, souks and museums.
Duration: 2 hour
Stop At: Al Noor Mosque
On route, hear about Sharjah’s history from your guide and stop first at the picturesque Buhairah Corniche with a photo-stop at the magnificent Al Noor Mosque before proceeding to the largest mosque in Sharjah, King Faisal Mosque for some pictures.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: King Faisal Mosque
Next, continue to the King Faisal Mosque, the largest of the emirate’s 300 mosques. Admire the splendid building and learn how it was built to accommodate 15,000 worshippers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
Next visit the Islamic Civilization Museum, celebrating Islamic contribution to the World Heritage.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Souk Al Arsah
Then drive to Sharjah’s ‘Old Town’ for a stroll through the restored traditional Souk Al Arsa market.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sharjah Heritage Museum
Visit Sharjah Heritage Museum for a glimpse of a traditional family home and typical Arabian Gulf architecture.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Souk Al-Markazi
The last stop before returning is at Souk Al Markazi– a treasure trove of carpets, jewellery and handicrafts. Your tour then concludes with a drop-off at your Dubai hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
