About The Museum

The Sharjah Aquarium first opened its doors on June 6, 2008.

Why visit the Aquarium?

Explore the astonishing hidden world of the deep sea life

These aquariums shed light on the lively, mysterious and colorful world of the deep sea.

They reflect the diverse marine creatures living in our marine environment. It’s a captivating world revealing an incredible almost (100) species, including the beautiful clownfish, delicate seahorses, moray eels, sea rays and reef sharks. Contemplate the splendour of marine creatures of all sizes along the rocky shore and the coral reefs, and in the lagoons and the mangroves.

Sharjah Aquarium is the first and largest government educational center in the UAE. Covering an area of 6500 m²; it consists of two floors embracing 21 aquariums and filled with 1.8 million liters of water.

Sharjah Aquarium holds a turtle rehabilitation program, where the husbandry team collects and receives sick/injured sea turtles before releasing them back into the sea - their natural habitat - , after being rehabilitated. This highlights the role of Sharjah Aquarium in raising public awareness about the importance of preserving marine ecosystems including their wonderful creatures.

As part of the Sharjah Museums Authority’s social responsibility initiative “Because We Care”, Sharjah Aquarium is organizing an annual marine environment clean-up campaign which aims to raise environmental protection awareness and instill the values of preserving marine attractions. The campaign also aims to spread awareness about the dangers of marine pollution, which can result from the irresponsible behaviour of some individuals.

Explore the museum's range of activities:

Drop In Workshops

Engage in interactive sessions where children aged 6-12 and their families can participate in hands-on activities every Saturday and Sunday. Learn about workshops from our receptionist and find materials and instructions provided for independent exploration.

Shark Feeding

Join us for an exhilarating experience with shark feeding at Sharjah Aquarium! Witness this captivating event every Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday from 1 pm to 1:30 pm at Al Khan Beach area.

Main Tank Feeding

Discover the spectacle of main tank feeding at Sharjah Aquarium! Held Saturday through Thursday (excluding Fridays) at 10 am in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea area.

Interactive Touch Pool Experience

Dive into Fun at Sharjah Aquarium's Touch Pool! Experience the thrill of interacting with marine life up close. Perfect for families and kids. Discover, touch, and learn!

The Perfect Location for Your Unique Events

Our museum offers exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces, perfect for hosting your events. Surround your guests with our remarkable collections and historic buildings, creating an unforgettable atmosphere at our museum venues.

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