Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

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Every piece tells a story, and exploring them feels like stepping into a world of adventure.
I spent over two hours wandering through treasures, even though I skipped so many fascinating things because my time was short.
You don’t need to be Muslim to be captivated by this breathtaking masterpiece.
The thrill is that some pieces invite you to touch, interact, and experience them yourself.
You’ll leave with a heart full of wonder and a smile that lasts all day.
And the best part? All of this for just 10 dirhams.
I am not a photographer but I took some pictures to preserve the memory.

A Truly Enriching Family Experience at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

Our recent visit to the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization was nothing short of amazing! I, along with my wife and our 10-year-old son, thoroughly enjoyed every moment.

From the moment we entered, we were impressed by the stunning architecture and the welcoming atmosphere. The museum beautifully showcases the rich history, culture, and scientific contributions of the Islamic world. Each section was thoughtfully curated, with clear explanations and fascinating artifacts that brought history to life.

Our son was especially intrigued by the interactive displays and the astronomical instruments, which sparked his curiosity and led to many interesting family discussions. The exhibits are not only educational but also engaging for all ages, making it a perfect destination for a family outing.

We also appreciated how well-maintained and organized everything was, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout our visit.

Overall, it was an enriching, educational, and memorable experience that deepened our appreciation for Islamic heritage and civilization. We highly recommend it to families, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore the treasures of Islamic culture in a truly inspiring setting.

This museum perfectly combines the art, culture, science, history of all the fields, military ammunition and weapons, architecture and menu more !

Highly recommended to visit this place.

It took over 100 dirhams by taxi 🚕 from Dubai but it absolutely worth it.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization is an exceptional museum that comprehensively presents the rich history of Islamic civilization. It offers an in-depth exploration of the technological advancements of the time, the meticulous preservation of the Quran, and the remarkable progress achieved in various fields. This institution provides an extensive array of exhibits, making it a must-visit destination, especially for those with a deep appreciation for history. A visit to this museum is highly recommended for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of historical developments and diverse cultures.

A must-visit for anyone interested in the rich history and contributions of Islamic civilization. The museum is beautifully curated, with stunning architecture and a calm, respectful atmosphere. Exhibits cover everything from scientific achievements and calligraphy to textiles and ancient manuscripts. Staff are friendly and helpful, and the information is well organised and accessible. A great place for both tourists and locals to learn and reflect. Highly recommended.

Very quiet and well built, but a lot of room for improvement. WiFi wasn't working so my blind wife wasn't able to enjoy/listen to the audio. Lift also wasn't working.

Some artifacts were amazing. The history information in a timeline screen is awesome! There could be more artifacts, and details. Many periods were missing.

Very good collection of artifacts and information. Its not just about religion but also about science, astronomy, artistry, architecture, craftsmanship and valour. Well setup and managed. Excellent staff at the information desk. Must do for those interested in islamic history and culture. Ample parking. Post museum visit you can go across the road and have a snack or drink at cafeteria or go on a bot ride or just walk and take in the views.

What I like about going to museums is on how people from the past creates something with all their heart and soul in it. You can see the beauty of their art and culture in their pieces and they're making sure those are durable (so durable it can even last a lifetime).

Entrance here is just AED10 and yet you can see more than what you paid for. This is great for people who are into art, history and culture.

First time visit this Sharjah Museum. There are a few thousands of replicas displayed and the most interesting part is the dome. It is beautiful. We went with a tour guide on a weekday and no line up.

Very Interesting place.
A place to learn more about Islamic culture. A must visit place when you are in Sharjah. The ticket is affordable as well. Just want to commend Amna for she is very polite and friendly. She guided us where to start. Thank you

This was one of the best museums in UAE there are 4 galleries and you get to see the dome at the top at the end, don’t miss it if you’re around. All the galleries are full of beautiful cups, glasses, carpets and other items from centuries. It takes over an hour to visit all the galleries properly, so plan accordingly.

Beautiful place where history is preserved beautifully. Glorious past of Islam. Must see for everyone, young ones in particular. The Muslim world needs sincere scientists and architects

It was a good experience for me to visit. I enjoyed my vacation a remarkable day for me. A place where you visit with friends and family or alone no matter.  If you are in sharjah area visit one time at least.  Students can also learn how Muslims worldwide 🌐  in past days,  they can see the contribution of Muslims for human beings.  And will feel proud.

A mind-blowing museum with exquisite artifacts from all over the Muslim world. Best place to visit in Sharjah!
• Parking Availability: 10/10 Plenty of parking spaces are available.
• Staff Expertise: 8/10 Well-experienced staff.
• General Atmosphere: 10/10 The place is delightful and calm. You will have a lot of fun exploring all the artifacts. Cafeteria is available inside.
• Cleanliness: 7/10 Bathrooms could be better.
• Handicap Accessibility: 10/10 Wheelchairs and ramps are available.

Being a Muslim we must want to know our civilization

What a marvelous place. Architecture is stunning. Displays are well designed and well lighted. Loved small models.

A great place to go. It has all the information you need to know about Islam. (A soul beautifying religion) 
You get interacted with the history, famous people, science, medication, eduaction system in Islam and.. whatever you need to know.
5 stars for sure!

Imposing former warehouse building, a quiet but fascinating spot. Thoughtfully broken up into sections on Islamic science and architecture as well as the cultural history of the religion. Notable collection of original photos by Harry Philby, father of notorious Russian spy Kim Philby. Well worth the modest admittance fee. Also handy for some  good local restaurants off the tourist track.

This is a great museum to visit if you are around Al Sharjah. Very useful information about different aspects of the Islamic history 👍🏼

Must visit place in Sharjah if you are interested in ancient Islamic civilization and old traditions. All the exhibit are well explained in Arabic and English via touch screens. Entrance fee for Adult is AED. 10. For kids AED. 5.

Very informative  islamic history. Muslim scientens and muslim rulers specially umer bin abdul aziz r a

Worth a visit, cool exhibitions, even if you’re a local you’ll learn something cool!

A very special place, rich in history, faith, art, culture, heritage and spirituality. A museum absolutely to visit.

Must see in Sharjah. Very original and authentic place. Loved the science history gallery. Temporary art exhibitions also take place. Entry fee is 10 dirham and parking is free

Tried to visit with family, but the lady at reception refused to give ticket saying she needs correct 25 dhs change. I was having 100 dhs only. Very bad experience.

A truly remarkable museum offering a very rare glimpse into the Islamic past with exquisite attention to details. Several themes exist such as science, art, wars, architecture all of which are systematically laid out.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization is a beautiful indoor place to visit if you have interest in Islamic history, authorities have put really great efforts to to arrange and maintain all this.

Very nice place to visit. The highlight of the museum, as I have not as much interest in Islamic culture, is the dome up on the highest floor. Don't miss it!

We were staying in Dubai but desperately wanted to visit the Museum of Islamic Civilization in Sharjah so made the hour and half long trip, alas, we were left very disappointed. Its more a museum of general cultures throughout history as apposed to specific Islamic civilization. Much of the exhibits on display didn't give me any feel of what the religion was about, other than a section of mosque architecture throughout the world. I would have liked to see more things related to the Prophet, his companions, and other famous Islamic figures.

After visiting the extremely primitive and very poor exhibits that we were taken to in Dubai, I was surprised and delighted by this museum.  The quantity, quality and presentation of what was  exhibited was superb, very professional.  I only regret the little time that our tour assigned to this museum. I was only able to see a very small fraction of what was available.  If I could, I would go back with much more time to view it all.

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