{"id":117693,"date":"2024-10-09T17:50:18","date_gmt":"2024-10-09T13:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/?p=117693"},"modified":"2025-01-27T15:18:01","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T11:18:01","slug":"sharjah-souk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/sharjah-souk\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Visit Souks in Sharjah"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The famous malls in the UAE featuring international brands are the go-to stops for most people. For those looking for a budget-friendly and authentic shopping experience, the souks in Sharjah are the best option. These markets are perfect for finding everything from daily necessities to local clothing, handicrafts, and gold. Let&rsquo;s explore some of the best souks in Sharjah to make the most of your visit.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-best-sharjah-souks-to-visit\">Best Sharjah Souks to Visit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-1-blue-souk-central-souk\">Blue Souk (Central Souk)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-2-souk-al-arsah\">Souk Al Arsah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-3-souk-al-bahar\">Souk Al Bahar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-4-souk-alshanasiyah\">Souk Alshanasiyah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-5-souk-al-jubail\">Souk Al Jubail<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-6-oud-al-fadhi-trading\">Oud Al Fadhi Trading<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-7-al-arooj-silver-trading-llc\">Al Arooj Silver Trading LLC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-8-souk-saqr\">Souk Saqr<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-sharjah-souks-to-visit\">Best Sharjah Souks to Visit<\/h2><p>Those visiting or residing in Sharjah must visit its souks to experience the charm of traditional Middle Eastern markets. Here&rsquo;s a curated list of the best Sharjah souk:<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-blue-souk-central-souk\">1. Blue Souk (Central Souk)<\/h3><p>The Blue Souk, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/sharjah-central-souq\/\" target=\"_blank\">Central Souk in Sharjah<\/a>, is perhaps the most famous souk inthe emirate. The blue tiles used in Sharjah&rsquo;s Arabic-style buildings accounted for the souk&rsquo;s name. It is home to over 600 stores, selling clothing, fabrics, jewellery, perfumes, electronics and souvenirs.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Even though it is Sharjah&rsquo;s most popular souk, it still retains its traditional atmosphere with narrow lanes, streets and kiosks. Such features give a glimpse into Sharjah&rsquo;s cultural heritage.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location\">Location<\/h4><p>King Faisal Street, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/al-majaz-1-sharjah\/\" target=\"_blank\">Al Majaz 1<\/a>, Al Majaz, Sharjah,UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3605.7161575408404!2d55.381424175267185!3d25.34730402560466!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5bcba8911527%3A0x9f224be5c1b1ea71!2sBlue%20Souk!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475007293!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings\">Timings<\/h4><p>09:00 AM &ndash; 10:30 PM (Sunday-Monday)<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 6 556 6777<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-souk-al-arsah\">2. Souk Al Arsah<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-56.jpg\" alt=\"Spices and handicrafts in souq market\n\" class=\"wp-image-117699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-56.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-56-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-56-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p>Established in the 19th century, Souk al Arsah is one of the oldest souks in the UAE. As it was declared a heritage by the government of Sharjah, the original architecture is maintained. If you&rsquo;re interested in history and traditional goods, this is the place to be. The shops offer traditional goods, including:&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Handicrafts&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handmade rugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carpets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antiques&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Souvenirs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh spices and herbs<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-nbsp\">Location&nbsp;<\/h4><p>Al Sharq Street, opposite Old Souk, Al Shuwaiheen, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d14421.414170821396!2d55.3843606!3d25.359465!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5bc92b5c7745%3A0x6d9ab7a5741d3f1f!2sOud%20Al%20fadhi%20trading!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475115829!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-0\">Timings<\/h4><p>Open 24 Hours<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-0\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 800 80000<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-souk-al-bahar\">3. Souk Al Bahar<\/h3><p>This market offers traditional and modern facilities along with state-of-the-art architecture. Given its proximity to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/buhaira-corniche\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sharjah Corniche<\/a>, it offers views of the Arabian Gulf. It features about 100 stores selling gadgets, jewellery, accessories, fragrances and other products. In addition to shopping, you can enjoy a cinema, play area and a variety of restaurants.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-0\">Location<\/h4><p>Al Shuwaiheen, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d7210.6197623112785!2d55.38218859159479!3d25.360928905327622!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5a30a39f3cbf%3A0x1a83a98e0684ecb!2sAl%20Shuwaiheen%20-%20Sharjah!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475170430!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-1\">Timings<\/h4><p>08:00 AM &ndash; 12:00 AM (Sunday-Monday)<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-souk-alshanasiyah\">4. Souk Alshanasiyah<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-57.jpg\" alt=\"Spices in Sharjah market\n\" class=\"wp-image-117698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-57.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-57-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-57-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/souq-alshanasiyah\/\" target=\"_blank\">Souk Alshanasiyah<\/a> is another heritage site, declared by the Sharjah government, ensuring its preservation as well. Its wooden doors and coral-stoned buildings date back to the 19th century. Fresh goods, including fish, fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, spices and herbs are sold here, making it a popular option among locals and tourists.&nbsp;<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-1\">Location<\/h4><p>Al Merijah, Corniche Street, Al Shiokh, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3605.364693292616!2d55.38004997507189!3d25.359091125124923!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5a3a4d4a04d7%3A0xfdedfbe033590f75!2sCorniche%20St%20-%20Al%20Shiokh%20-%20Sharjah!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475203278!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-2\">Timings<\/h4><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10:00 AM -10:00 PM (Saturday-Thursday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>04:00 PM -11:00 PM (Friday)<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-1\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 6 511 2555<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-souk-al-jubail\">5. Souk Al Jubail<\/h3><p>Souk Al Jubail is one of the best souks in Sharjah. It offers a mixture of traditional and modern architecture. It is well-known for its fresh produce, meat, fish and fruits.&nbsp;<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/souq-al-jubail-sharjah\/\" target=\"_blank\">Souk Al Jubail<\/a> also features stores that sell aromatic, freshly ground herbs and spices. If you&rsquo;re looking for the freshest ingredients for your kitchen, this is the place to go.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-2\">Location<\/h4><p>Opposite Al Jubail Bus Station, Corniche Street, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3605.364693292616!2d55.38004997507189!3d25.359091125124923!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5a3a4d4a04d7%3A0xfdedfbe033590f75!2sCorniche%20St%20-%20Al%20Shiokh%20-%20Sharjah!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475203278!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-3\">Timings<\/h4><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>07:30 AM -10:30 PM (Saturday-Thursday)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>07:30 AM -11:30 PM and&nbsp; 01:10 PM &ndash;10:30 PM (Friday)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-2\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 6 544 4434<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-oud-al-fadhi-trading\">6. Oud Al Fadhi Trading<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-59.jpg\" alt=\"Blue souq in Sharjah\n\" class=\"wp-image-117697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-59.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-59-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-59-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p>For lovers of traditional Arabic fragrances, Oud Al Fadhi Trading in Sharjah is a must-visit. They offer high-quality Oud and bakhoor which can be used as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/aromatherapy-home-decor-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\">aromatherapy in home decor<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p><p>You can get a range of spices and herbs like rose petals, sandals, saffron, and cardamom. They also have vendors for Henna, traditional organic makeup and cosmetics, and skin care products.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-3\">Location<\/h4><p>Al Shioukh, Old Souq, Souq Al Qadeem, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3605.353398798434!2d55.38178567507189!3d25.359469825109507!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5bc92b5c7745%3A0x6d9ab7a5741d3f1f!2sOud%20Al%20fadhi%20trading!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475259881!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-4\">Timings<\/h4><p>09:00 AM -11:30 PM (Monday-Sunday)<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-al-arooj-silver-trading-llc\">7. Al Arooj Silver Trading LLC<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-41.jpg\" alt=\"Shopping in Sharjah souks\n\" class=\"wp-image-117696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-41.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-41-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-41-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p>If you&rsquo;re in the market for jewellery, Sharjah&rsquo;s gold and silver souks are the perfect destination. As one of the famous Sharjah&rsquo;s souks, Al Arooj Silver Trading offers a stunning range of traditional and modern jewellery designs. From silver pieces to gold ornaments, you&rsquo;re sure to find something unique.&nbsp;<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-4\">Location<\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/gold-souk-sharjah\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gold Souk<\/a>, Shop no:19, Bridge no 2, Central Market, King Faisal Street, Al Majaz 1, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3605.710102857341!2d55.380866375071534!3d25.34750712559688!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5b4f269fc00f%3A0x6c409e85b284a25!2sAl%20Arooj%20Silver%20Trading%20LLC%20Sharjah!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475292511!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-5\">Timings<\/h4><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10:00 AM -11:00 PM (Saturday- Thursday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>04:30 PM -11:00 PM (Friday)<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-3\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 50 497 7536<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-souk-saqr\">8. Souk Saqr<\/h3><p>Souk Saqr, with its old buildings and wooden doors, has historic significance. It is a great place to shop for local and traditional products like clothes, handicrafts and souvenirs. Also, fresh produce like fruits, vegetables, fish, seafood, meat and poultry are also sold in Souk Saqr.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-5\">Location<\/h4><p>Rolla Souk Saqr, Al Shuwaiheen, Sharjah, UAE<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d14421.293784618676!2d55.385287!3d25.3604741!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3e5f5a375920e795%3A0x34e2a980d362b8df!2zU291cSBTYXFyIHNoYXJqYWggLSDYs9mI2YIg2LXZgtix!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sae!4v1728475336334!5m2!1sen!2sae\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-timings-6\">Timings<\/h4><p>09:00 AM &ndash; 11:00 PM (Sunday-Monday)&nbsp;<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-4\">Contact<\/h4><p>+971 52 443 3556<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1728474101641\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. Are Souks Open on Weekends?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Most Sharjah souks are open seven days a week from as early as 08:00 AM till 11:00 PM. The opening times may vary on public holidays.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1728474118702\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. Can You Bargain in Souks?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, bargaining is common in Sharjah&rsquo;s souks, and it is encouraged. This is because bargaining is a traditional way of doing business in souks, so don&rsquo;t hesitate to negotiate for the best price.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div><p>The souks in Sharjah offer a unique experience for tourists and visitors. Many of them hold traditional and heritage importance according to the Sharjah government.&nbsp;<\/p><p>So, whether you&rsquo;re just window shopping or want to buy something traditional, Sharjah souks are the place to go. Get your shopping mode on, polish your bargaining skills, and head over to any of these souks!&nbsp;<\/p><p>Besides, if you want to shop for gold, you can also head over to the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/gold-souk-dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gold Souk in Dubai<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the souks in Sharjah and witness the rich culture of the UAE. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30250,"featured_media":117700,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5847,3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-117693","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-places-to-go","category-top-picks"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.0 (Yoast SEO v22.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>souks in sharjah Location, Contact &amp; More<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Want to shop for traditional and local items in Sharjah? 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