Sharjah Sightseeing Tour – Islamic Museum, Blue Souk & Al Hisn Fort Experience

Name: Sharjah Sightseeing Tour – Islamic Museum, Blue Souk & Al Hisn Fort Experience
Brand: City Tours
Price: 270 AED
Availability: InStock

Sightseeing and activities: Islamic Museum - Souq Al Jubail

Pick-up location

Dubai

Tour duration

4 - 4.5 Hours

Private/Group

Group

Tour guide

English or choose your preferred language (German, French, Italian and Spanish).

Age

Mondays

Von

AED 270

Pro Person

pick up time

You will receive it via WhatsApp or email one day before the tour.

AED 270

Prices

Adults: 270 AED per person
Children: 230 AED per child

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Overview

Discover the authentic cultural heritage of the Emirates on a fascinating Sharjah tour: from rare treasures at the Islamic Museum and historic souks to the mighty Al Hisn Fort, the majestic Al Noor Mosque, and the iconic Blue Souk. Perfect for travelers who want to experience traditional Arabia up close!

Highlights

• Photo stop at Al Noor Mosque and visit to the Islamic Museum.
• Exploration of the oldest traditional market in the UAE.
• Stroll through the famous Sharjah Blue Souk (Central Market).
• Tour of the historic Al Hisn Fort.
• Visit to Souk Al Jubail – Sharjah’s largest fruit and vegetable market.

Description

Start your unforgettable Sharjah city tour with a visit to the unique Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization – the only one of its kind in the United Arab Emirates. Home to thousands of rare Islamic artifacts, this cultural highlight showcases the remarkable achievements of the Islamic world. Marvel at beautifully crafted astrolabes, historic manuscripts, ceramics and ancient coins – but don’t miss the true masterpiece: the gold-embroidered Kiswa (Kaaba door curtain) and the breathtaking zodiac mosaic inside the central dome.

Your Sharjah heritage tour continues with a visit to the oldest traditional souk in the UAE, once a bustling meeting point for Bedouins and caravans. Today, it welcomes you as a charming indoor market with coral stone walls, wooden doors and lantern-lit walkways – a truly authentic step back in time.

Just a few minutes away lies the historic Al Hisn Fort, built in 1823 and protected by three impressive towers. Once the ruler’s residence, government headquarters and prison, it now serves as a museum with 12 fascinating galleries showcasing Sharjah’s past – greeted at the entrance by rows of traditional cannons.

A major highlight of your Sharjah sightseeing tour is a photo stop at the magnificent Al Noor Mosque – one of the most beautiful mosques in the UAE. Inspired by the Blue Mosque of Istanbul, it sits gracefully on the Khalid Lagoon, offering stunning photo opportunities, especially at sunset.

Next, explore the famous Sharjah Central Souk (Blue Souk) – a shopping paradise with over 600 stores selling oriental carpets, gold jewelry, antiques and handicrafts. It’s the most photographed building in Sharjah, proudly featured on the 5-dirham banknote.

Your tour concludes at Souk Al Jubail, located directly along Sharjah Corniche and surrounded by traditional fishing boats. With its Islamic-style domes and columns, it is considered the best fresh food market in Sharjah, offering high-quality fruits, vegetables, spices and local products – the perfect way to end your Sharjah cultural experience with an authentic local touch.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off.

Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Your preferred tour guide language.

A bottle of water.

Entrance ticket to the Islamic Museum.

Entrance ticket for Al Hisn Fort.

Meeting Point

The hotel lobby.
Please be ready in the lobby of your accommodation at the agreed pickup time.

Tour duration

4–4.5 hours including round-trip transfers.

Pick up location

Pick-up is possible at your centrally located hotel or apartment in Dubai.

Pick up time

You will receive a message via WhatsApp or email one day before the excursion.

Payment

During the tour, you can make payments using Euro, US Dollar, Pound Sterling, or the local currency AED. Please note that only cash payments are accepted, and credit cards are not accepted. Cash withdrawals from ATMs using credit cards are possible.
If you choose to pay in Euro, USD, Swiss Francs, or AED, the amount will be converted into AED at the banks’ daily exchange rate.
Alternatively, you have the option to pay in advance by bank transfer after receiving written confirmation via email.

Important information

Plese note

This tour can be conducted privately.
Tour durations are approximate.
The tour includes pick-ups and drop-offs.
Round-trip hotel transfers are included on a sharing basis.
The tour can be conducted in two languages simultaneously, including English and another language.
Pick-ups will occur within 45 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. In the event of any changes, you will be notified via WhatsApp or email.

Important Information

Within 24 hours of your booking, you will receive a written booking confirmation by email.
Upon receipt, please review the details carefully, especially the date and pick-up times.
Kindly respond to the email to confirm receipt of the confirmation and verify the accuracy of the information.
Your booking will be confirmed upon receipt of your reply.
Payment for the tour is to be made in cash in AED, Euro, Pound Sterling, or USD dollars.
You can cancel this tour free of charge up to 48 hours before the start time. A brief email or phone call is all that is required.