The best beaches in Sharjah in 2026 are Al Khan Beach in Sharjah city, a 600-meter strip with a swimming area, Khorfakkan Beach on the east coast beside the Oceanic Resort, and the Kalba Beach Corniche, a 9 km seafront with mangroves and wildlife.
Sharjah has beaches on both its coasts, a city beach on the Gulf and east-coast beaches at Khorfakkan and Kalba on the Gulf of Oman. Sharjah is more conservative than Dubai, so dress modestly when you are off the sand. Check each beach's current rules and opening hours before you go.
A 600-meter city beach with a swimming area and surf school.
Visit Sharjah says Al Khan Beach in the Al Khan neighborhood close to Sharjah city is a 600-meter strip of sand with a dedicated area for swimming and water sports, and a surf school offering kayaking and other activities.
It suits families and visitors staying in the city.
Good to know: Check the current entry fee and rules before you go.
Al Khan Beach, Al Khan, Sharjah, UAE
An east-coast beach with a resort at one end.
Visit Sharjah says the Oceanic Resort and Spa sits at one end of Khorfakkan Beach and offers water sports and pampering packages. The beach is on Sharjah's Gulf of Oman coast.
It suits families who want a day trip to the east coast.
Good to know: Allow time for the drive from Sharjah city.
Khorfakkan Beach, Khorfakkan, Sharjah, UAE
A 9 km seafront with mangroves and family areas.
Visit Sharjah describes the Kalba Beach Corniche as a 9 km seafront where sandy shores meet mangroves and rare wildlife, with jogging tracks, sea views and family spaces.
It suits walkers, joggers and families.
Good to know: Combine it with a visit to the Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre.
Kalba Beach Corniche, Kalba, Sharjah, UAE
Al Khan Beach, which Visit Sharjah calls a 600-meter strip of sand with a dedicated swimming and water-sports area and a surf school.
Khorfakkan Beach and Kalba Beach Corniche, both on the Gulf of Oman side of the emirate.
Visit Sharjah says the Kalba Beach Corniche has mangroves and rare wildlife, with jogging tracks along the seafront.
Swimwear on the beach is normal, but dress modestly off the sand, as Sharjah is more conservative than Dubai.