Sharjah is no stranger to quiet contemplation and families with children. There's enough entertainment to keep you entertained, but it's also a city that's not for the boisterous.
The best vacation with kids in Sharjah starts at Al Qasba, a park area that contains most of the city's entertainment. There are rides, a movie theater, and ice cream stands. In the evening, the cozy illumination of the territory and fountains are turned on, and on one of the walls of the buildings show a light show. You can also go up on the Ferris wheel and ride water cabs, and children can play and relax on the playground (15 AED for a day ticket). Also on the territory of the park you will find a SPA-center, gym, billiard room.
Continue your family vacation in Sharjah with a visit to the Arabian Wildlife Center. From snakes and cheetahs to deer and wolves, the center is home to a wide range of animals from around the globe. There's also a contact zoo and a large walking area on the grounds.
And what's a vacation with kids in Sharjah without a visit to the local aquarium? It's incredibly beautifully designed, with giant pools and huge tunnels inside the aquariums. The variety of marine life is also very large.
Holidays with teenage children in Sharjah should start with Al Jazeera Entertainment Park, which offers numerous attractions, recreational facilities, park areas, and a golf center. This park is one of the most popular places among tourists.
It covers the area of the whole island in Khalid Lagoon. Thanks to the dense vegetation, it's not too hot even in the worst heat, and the lovely green lawns are a great place for a family picnic. Al Jazeera has swimming pools, an artificial waterfall, a billiards room, bowling alley and video game parlor.
You can come here with young children, too, with a colorful amusement park and a small zoo with monkeys, deer and birds. There is a railroad running through the park, and you can go boating in the lagoon. Keep in mind, however, that Tuesday is women's day at Al Jazeera, and the park is not open until 3pm.
The family entertainment areas in local shopping malls can be a great experience. There are cinemas, amusement rides, playrooms for kids, and many cozy restaurants where you can dine as a family.
Family vacations with kids in Sharjah are very economical compared to other popular resorts in the UAE. There are generally lower prices, and Sharjah offers significant discounts on all entertainment and cultural facilities for children.
