The 4 Best Things to Do With Kids in Sharjah (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 4 picks

The best things to do with kids in Sharjah in 2026 are Al Noor Island, with its butterfly house, the Sharjah Discovery Centre, Al Montazah Parks with its amusement and water parks, and Arabia's Wildlife Centre in Sharjah Desert Park.

Sharjah is quieter and cheaper than Dubai, and its family attractions are spread between the lagoon, the city and the desert park. Many have separate indoor and outdoor areas, which helps in summer heat. Check each attraction's current hours and ticket prices before you go.

1. Al Noor Island — Khalid Lagoon

A lagoon island with a butterfly house, gardens and art installations.

$ Budget

Visit Sharjah says Al Noor Island has a butterfly house, landscaped gardens and art installations, with over 500 butterflies in the Butterfly House. Its contact page gives an address on Buhairah Corniche Road at Khalid Lagoon.

It suits families wanting a gentle outdoor day by the water.

Good to know: Go in the late afternoon, as the Butterfly House closes at 6pm.

Buhairah Corniche Road, Khalid Lagoon, Sharjah, UAE

Google Maps Website

2. Sharjah Discovery Centre — Al Dhaid Road

A hands-on science museum with seven themed areas.

$ Budget

Visit Sharjah describes the Sharjah Discovery Centre as an edutainment museum with seven themed areas to spark scientific curiosity, and says it hosts popular summer activities for kids. It is on Al Dhaid Road near Sharjah International Airport.

It suits school-age children.

Good to know: Check summer activity schedules before going.

Al Dhaid Road, Sharjah, UAE

Google Maps Website

3. Al Montazah Parks — Sharjah city

An amusement park, water park and gardens for the whole family.

$$ Mid-range

Visit Sharjah says Al Montazah Parks in Sharjah city has an amusement park, a water park and landscaped gardens suited to the whole family.

It suits families with children who want rides and water play.

Good to know: Check which attractions are open on the day you visit.

Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah, UAE

Google Maps Website

4. Arabia's Wildlife Centre — Sharjah Desert Park

A wildlife center in Sharjah Desert Park showing Arabian animals.

$ Budget

Visit Sharjah says Arabia's Wildlife Centre, in Sharjah Desert Park, hosts several animals including the Arabian oryx, the UAE's national animal, and the Arabian leopard.

It suits animal-loving families who don't mind a drive.

Good to know: Allow time for the drive from central Sharjah, and check opening days.

Sharjah Desert Park, Sharjah, UAE

Google Maps Website

Frequently asked questions

What are the best things to do with kids in Sharjah?

Al Noor Island, the Sharjah Discovery Centre, Al Montazah Parks and Arabia's Wildlife Centre are among the best known.

What are Al Noor Island's hours?

Its contact page lists 9am to 11pm on weekdays, 9am to midnight on weekends and 9am to 6pm daily for the Butterfly House.

Where can kids see Arabian wildlife?

Arabia's Wildlife Centre in Sharjah Desert Park, which Visit Sharjah says hosts animals including the Arabian oryx and the Arabian leopard.

Is there a water park in Sharjah?

Al Montazah Parks, which Visit Sharjah says has an amusement park, a water park and landscaped gardens.

1. Al Noor Island — Khalid Lagoon

2. Sharjah Discovery Centre — Al Dhaid Road

3. Al Montazah Parks — Sharjah city

4. Arabia's Wildlife Centre — Sharjah Desert Park

Frequently asked questions

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