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Sharjah Science Museum

📍 Al Abar, Sharjah

★4.5(2,238 Google reviews)💰AED 5-25đŸ‘ļ3+

Interactive science museum in Al Abar featuring fully hands-on exhibits across multiple themed zones. Live shows include bubble demonstrations, electrical experiments, and a space show.

✓ hands-on exhibits✓ bubble show✓ electrical show✓ space show✓ archaeological museum included✓ free parking
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★★★★★Featured review by Olivia Brown

I visited this science museum recently and honestly had really good times. It's especially great if you're going with kids, but even as an adult, I found it fun and surprisingly interactive. Most of the exhibits are hands-on, so you're not just walking around reading boards, you actually get to try things and see how they work. The space is well organized and not overwhelming, which makes it easy to explore at your own pace. It feels educational but still playful, which is a nice balance. Overall, it's solid place to spend a couple of hours, especially if you enjoy learning in a more practical and engaging way. Definitely worth a visit.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for children aged 4-12 who engage with science at school and want to test concepts physically. The live show schedule rewards families who time their arrival to catch multiple performances. Adults find the exhibits genuinely engaging rather than passively supervisory.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check the live show timetable at the entrance and plan your route around show times
⏰Your ticket includes same-day entry to the archaeological museum — factor in extra time
đŸŽŸī¸Weekday visits are significantly quieter than weekends
🚗Free parking is available directly outside the museum

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.5
★★★★★

2,238 Google reviews

Live shows40%
Hands-on exhibits35%
Value & dual ticket15%
Facilities & parking10%
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Olivia Brown

★★★★★

“I visited this science museum recently and honestly had really good times. It's especially great if you're going with kids, but even as an adult, I found it fun and surprisingly interactive. Most of the exhibits are hands-on, so you're not just walking around reading boards, you actually get to try things and see how they work. The space is well organized and not overwhelming, which makes it easy to explore at your own pace. It feels educational but still playful, which is a nice balance. Overall, it's solid place to spend a couple of hours, especially if you enjoy learning in a more practical and engaging way. Definitely worth a visit.”

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Eshan Jain

★★★★★

“As an adult also u will love it. Engaging and interesting. Play area for kids and many shows for knowledge and entertainment. With the science museum ticket u can also visit archaeological museum on the same day for free. Open till 8 pm only. Parking is free U can spend 2-3 hours easily”

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Bonnnie Abraham

★★★★★

“Very nice experience, we went on Sunday. No wait time or rush. Free parking available. 10 aed for adult and 5 aed for kids. Will be very valuable experience for kids as they can feel many things they heard in science books.”

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Mar Omar

★★★★★

“Fun learning museums the kids enjoyed it each section had a different experience. Well spent time. The space show was amazing. Tickets 25 for adults 10 derham for kids”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Sharjah Science Museum is built around doing rather than reading — exhibits across every zone invite children to operate, test, and experiment with scientific concepts. Live shows run throughout the day: the bubble demonstration and electrical show both draw strong reviews, and the space show earns specific praise. Families with a 7-year-old reviewer spent four hours covering the full museum. One admission ticket includes same-day entry to the adjacent archaeological museum.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday08:00 – 20:00
Tuesday08:00 – 20:00
Wednesday08:00 – 20:00
Thursday08:00 – 20:00
Friday16:00 – 20:00
Saturday08:00 – 20:00
Sunday08:00 – 20:00

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