The Sharjah Science Museum is an interactive science centre on University City Road in Sharjah, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. It is known locally simply as the Science Museum.
What to expect
The museum is built around hands-on exhibits, so visitors are encouraged to touch, test and try rather than only look. The displays cover several areas of science:
- Physics, through experiments that show how forces and motion work
- Chemistry, with exhibits on the properties of matter and reactions
- Space exploration, exploring the wider universe and humanity's journeys beyond Earth
- Technology, showing how scientific ideas become everyday tools
The exhibits are designed for visitors of all ages, which makes the museum a practical choice for families, school groups and anyone curious about how things work.
Planning your visit
The museum is located on University City Road, in the university area of Sharjah. For current opening times, admission details and any other questions, you can call the museum on +971 6 566 8777 before you go.
Sharjah itself is close to Dubai and is known for its museums, galleries and cultural life, so a visit to the Science Museum fits well into a wider day exploring the emirate. Because the exhibits are interactive, allow enough time to take part in the activities rather than rushing through the displays.
