Sharjah Art Muesum Al Shuwaihean - Sharjah
Direction
Normal Museum Opening Hours:
Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Museum Hours in Ramadan:
Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Friday: Closed
* Timings are subject to change during public holidays and Ramadan.
Museum Gift Shop:
Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Museum library:
Saturday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Museum Café:
Saturday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Museum is closed on the following occasions:
- 29th & 30th of Ramadan ( Islamic calendar)
- First day of Eid Al-Fitr ( Islamic calendar)
- First day of Eid Al Adha ( Islamic calendar)
The Sharjah Art Museum is located in a strategic location in the city of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. To be more specific, it is located in the Heart of Sharjah, the Arts Area, Al-Shuwaihean, opposite of Emirates Fine Arts Society. The museums is surrounded by heritage buildings, and residents and tourists can wander through the winding alleyways to explore the traditional and antique souks and shops.
Galleries
Explore a three-storey museum dedicated to showcasing artistic creations and collections of more than 500 artworks of various mediums and techniques, featuring a range of expressive techniques that will spur your imagination. Throughout the year, the museum holds a variety of temporary exhibitions and art events. The Art Library consists of over 4000 titles in Arabic, English and other languages, along with visual and audio materials.
Find how long it will take you to reach Sharjah Art Museum from the other Emirates:
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Abu Dhabi
2 hr 10 min (165 km)
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Umm AlQuwain
30 min (20 km)
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Dubai
30 min (25 km)
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Ras Al-Khaimah
1 hr (82 km)
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Ajman
20 min (16 km)
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Fujairah
1 hr 15 min (107 km)
Landmarks around the
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Groups & Tours
Sharjah Art Museum welcomes all group visits!
All group visits are welcome to Sharjah Art Museum. However, prior booking is essential to avoid overcrowding.
You can visit the museum as a self-guided group, organizing your tour as you see suitable, or you can follow a tour led by one of the museum's official guides by asking the reception desk.
Visitor Services
- Free Wi-Fi available in the museum’s reception area, library and community space.
- Free guided tours available in Arabic and English upon request.
- Elevator
- Mother’s room
- Baby changing room
- Wheel chair access
- Gift Shop
- Community Space
