Sharjah Things To Do - Sharjah Travel Reviews

On a lazy Saturday in summer we decided to go and have a look at the recently opened Sharjah Aquarium. It is located down by the "corniche" waterfront, not too far from the famous Al Qasba and "Eye of the emirates." At the time of our visit (September 2008) construction was still ongoing on a neighbouring building, and we noticed that some of the displays were still lacking detailed information boards, etc. Surely, given another few months, the centre will be 100% operational and completed.

Nevertheless, we really enjoyed our visit and the layout of the museum is well-designed. A path leads you through different displays, and eventually also through the eagerly-awaited underwater tunnels... I find there is hardly anything more beautiful on this earth than looking up and seeing Stingrays gently "flying" above you head, their mouths appearing to have an eternal smile on their lips ;-) They have over 250 different species on display, most of which can be found in the Gulf waters & the Indian ocean (surrounding the UAE).

Entrance fees are extremely reasonable and it also wasn't too crowded, yet (I can imagine that in the future, most weekends may be filled with school classes and families with children).
After your visit, it's nice to take a stroll along the water front outside the museum. The museum can't quite keep up with the standard of some similar centres that I've visited in the UK and in Europe, but it's a great start and a good effort by the authorities.
I'd definitely recommend the Sharjah Aquarium to anyone with interest in marine life and I'm looking forward to visiting again in the future.
There are parking spaces, elevators and rest-rooms with wheel chair access.
NOTE: Please show some consideration and do NOT use a flash whilst taking pictures. This startles the fish and causes them unnecessary stress. There was a sign at the entrance stating that anyone caught using flash will have their camera confiscated until they leave the museum. But alas, as this is the UAE, there once again weren't enough security guards in the building to actually stop people from using their flash, much to my annoyance & dismay.
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Opening hours:
Sun - Tues: Closed.
Wed: 4:00pm - 7:30pm Families only!
Thurs: 9:00am - 7:30pm
Fri: 3:00pm - 8:00pm.
Sat: 9:00am - 8:00pm.

Ticket prices:
Adults: 20 AED.
Child (6-15 yrs) 10 AED.
Child (5 years old &under) free.
Family (2 Adults & 3 Children) 50 AED

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