Question 1

What are the best places to visit during the Sharjah Tour?

Accepted Answer

The top 10 places to visit during Sharjah Tour are:1. Sharjah Desert Park: Established in 1995, Sharjah Desert Park is an iconic place to experience natural beauty. It is subdivided into three segments: Natural History Museum, Children's farm, and Arabian Wildlife centre. The first section exhibits the various climatic conditions of Sharjah. You get to know about the geographic history of Sharjah. The park then walks you through the alluring botanical garden and the Wildlife centre to explore the city's flora and fauna. The mini safaris make your visit a memorable one. A perfect destination for your kids, the botanical garden and wildlife centre is edutainment for children. Don't forget to include this in your Sharjah packages.Location: It is located on Al Dhaid Rd, Near Sharjah Zoo - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates.2. Al Qasba: Al Qasba is a beautiful canal running through the centre of Sharjah. Surrounded by various art centres, attractions, restaurant chains, and enthralling activities for kids, this canal attracts thousands of tourists all over the year. From feasting over the scrumptious food to venturing out on adventurous rides, Al Qasba is a must-go place when you visit Sharjah. It is considered among the best places of Sharjah to visit at night. With the glistening city lights, you can complement this place with other destinations to make your vacation fun.Location: Al Qasba Al Taawun St, Sharjah United Arab Emirates3. Sharjah Aquarium: The awestruck aquarium of Sharjah is one of its kind. This aquarium opens up the dynamic history of marine life that dwells upon the realms of Emirates. Lending you into the arms of the beauty of the marine world, you can explore the bountiful sea animals and their ecosystem. Established in 2008, this aquarium was established to educate the citizens about the ill effects of overfishing, oil spills, and the importance of sustainable development for marine life.Location: Al Khan4. Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization: Established in 2008, the museum depicts Islamic architecture and Muslim artefacts. It is a haven of calligraphy, metalwork, coins, glass, manuscripts, etc. The artefacts are displayed evenly in seven thematic galleries. These galleries manifest the history of Islam, Islamic technology, science, and innovation, navigation aids, clocks. One of the galleries projects the trajectory of Islamic art through the ages. The sanctity of the place is manifested through the Sitara, which is a silk and golden replica of the Kiswah curtain of Kaaba. Other eye-catching things include the Islamic coins, astrolabes, mosaic dome, copper and silver inlaid neo mamluk table, and incense sensors.Location: Located on the Corniche Street in the Al Majarrah area, opposite side of the street from Sharjah Creek5. Sharjah Arts Museum: This museum will pique your curiosity in the modern and contemporary art forms from the United Arab Emirates and various Middle Eastern countries. You might also encounter educational exhibitions and events there. This museum also upholds various temporary exhibitions throughout the year, which the museum authorities have specially curated. Experience the peculiarity of this antique museum spread over an area of 111,000.Location: Arts Square, Al Shuwaiheen Area6. Sharjah Art Foundation: Presenting an intriguing blend of art and culture, Sharjah Art Foundation presents exhibitions of Arab and international artists and popular pieces of music, film screening, and a lot more. It is centred around three squares: Al Mureijah square, Calligraphy Square, and Arts Square. You can experience the March Meeting, the annual gathering of art practitioners and art maestros. It is the home of the "Rain Room". This majestic installation allows the visitors to pass through the rain without getting wet.Location: Corniche St - Al Mareija – Sharjah7. Blue Souk, Sharjah: If you are looking for exploring the locals of Sharjah, Blue Souk should be the first stop on your Sharjah packages. With more than 500 shops you'll be fascinated by everything from modern tapestry to souvenirs. In these bustling shops, you will find Bedouin jewellery, handwoven textiles, art, and craft.Location: Al Buhaira Corniche, Khalid Lagoon, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates8. Al Majaz Waterfront: This vibrant and lively place covers a huge area of 231000 sq ft. The stunning scenery boasts dazzling scenic beauty and architectural designs. To fascinate your kids, Al Majaz Waterfront has a playground, mini-golf area, and wonderful greenery. Every year Al MAjaz Waterfront hosts numerous exciting events throughout the year. With the picturesque beauty and an ideal place to spend time with your family, Al Majaz Waterfront is all fun.Location: Al Buhaira Corniche Road, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates9. Sharjah National Park: Spread over a gargantuan area of 6,30,000 Sq ft. It was established to allure the local public and tourists and pellucidly depicts the blend of old Arab architecture and modern and contemporary European designs. It is a perfect day-out venue for your loved ones. The exquisite green stretch completes your languid Sundays.Location: Beside Sharjah Discovery Center10. Sharjah Science Museum: This museum was first opened for visitors on April 17, 1996. If you have tinkering nerves, then Sharjah Science Museum will keep you engaged and amused throughout your visit. No matter what your age is, this museum has more than 50 attractive programs, many interesting exhibitions, and other prolific mind-engaging activities for you and your children. To quench your thirst of queries, Sharjah Science Museum’s staff is at your beck and call. All the science exhibitions are intriguing and are loved by children. Other facilities here include a café, restroom, prayer room, gift shop, baby changing table, wheelchair access, and free wifi. It has innumerable science workshops and a planetarium to explore our galaxy, stars, moon, asteroids, and meteoroids, etc.Location: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Street next to the Sharjah Television Station, Sharjah, UAE.

Question 2

What are the best things to do during the Sharjah tours?

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1. Visit the Al Khan beach: Al Khan beach is the perfect place to complete your Sharjah Tour with lots of fun and family time. Try your hands on volleyball, tennis, and water sports like kayaking, kitesurfing, surfing, flyboarding, etc., under the guidance of professionals. Recreate filmy scenes by grabbing your favourite snacks and slouching in the Sunbed or the mushy sand.2. Get yourself ready for a run at the Majaz waterfront running track: One of the recreational allurements in Sharjah is the Majaz Waterfront Running track. It is made up of more than 6000 tires. This 750-meter long track is enjoyed by health and fitness enthusiasts to start their mornings.3. Get ready for some splash at Al Montazah Park: After trudging in the scorching heat, you would definitely want to make a splash in the cool refreshing pool. Fulfil your dream at the Al Montazah Water Park. This new allurement in the city is a must-go place with various adventurous activities and thrilling rides.Location: Opposite the Flag Island - Sharjah - United Arab EmiratesTimings: 10:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. Also, on Tuesdays only ladies are allowed4. Visit the Sharjah Aquarium: All marine lovers must include this place in the Sharjah packages. With an amazing infrastructure contoured to bring you closer to the liveliness of marine life, the Sharjah Aquarium thrills and educates you about mesmerizing aquatic life. There are more than a hundred species including clownfish, delicate seahorses, moray eels, sea rays and reef sharks.Location: Al Meena St, Al Khan Old area, adjacent to Sharjah Maritime Museum - Sharjah - United Arab EmiratesTimings: The aquarium is open from Saturday to Thursday from 8 am to 8 pm. On Friday, the timings are 4 pm to 10 pm.5. Enjoy horse riding: The culture of horse riding is not new in the people of Sharjah. Showjumping and flat racing are the two most popular sports at Sharjah Equestrian and Racing club. Moreover, if you are a newbie, this is the perfect place to hone your horse riding skills. Learn from the professionals and master the art of horse riding.6. Ride a safari: If you have an interest in historical sites, enjoy the Mleiha centre by riding on safaris at the Mleiha archeological center. If you're an outdoor person, then this site will not disappoint you. It is a 2000-year-old structure symbolic of might and power. Desert safari, horse riding, dune bashing, buggy rides, overnight camping, and fossil rock adventures are a few activities to be enjoyed.7. Lay hands on Kayaking adventures: A must-go place in Sharjah packages, don’t form a prenotion that Sharjah doesn’t have amazing and rejuvenating water sports. You can enjoy kayaking in Al Khan Beach, Khorfakkan beach, and the mangroves of Khor Kalba. If you are a newbie, then you can hire a guided tour for this activity.8. Enjoy ecstatic scuba diving: Al Khorfakkan is known for its crystal clear water, perfect for scuba divers. It also offers snorkelling activities. The Shark Island, Anemone Gardens, Coral gardens, Martini rocks are the famous scuba diving sites near Sharjah.9. Dine out at the best restaurants: After the tiring and cumbersome day, suit yourself at the best restaurants in Sharjah. Some of them are Gazebo (it offers exquisite mouth-watering Indian flavours), Sharjah Dhow restaurant, Shababeek, Katis, and many more.

Question 3

How much time does it take to get a visa to Sharjah?

Accepted Answer

Visa processing approximately takes 3-4 working days which is subject to immigration approval. The visas are valid for a period of 60 days from the date of issue, except the 96 hours and 48-hour visa, which is valid for only 30 days. Also, visa fees are non-refundable.

Question 4

What is the cost of a tourist visa in Sharjah?

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A tourist visa can cost you around 98.56 Dirham to 147.83 Dirham. This amount can vary slightly depending upon the Sharjah tour package you apply through.

Question 5

Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Sharjah?

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Indians holding a normal passport valid for at least six months may be eligible for a visa on arrival in UAE. Indians must either hold a US visa or a permanent residence card, which must be valid for at least six months. A fourteen-day UAE visa upon arrival costs approximately AED 100, i.e. Rs 1991.

Question 6

How much does it cost to tour Sharjah?

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The average price of a 7 day trip to Sharjah costs around Rs 85K, Rs 1,50,000 for a couple, Rs 2,80,000 for a family of four. Depending upon the hotels you select, your staying expense could vary from Rs 1000 to Rs 10,000 per night. Choosing your Sharjah tour packages wisely, your per night stay can cost Rs 3500 on average.

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