Al Noor Island — Attraction in Sharjah

The place itself is not large and can be visited within an hour. The experience depends on the ticket type and the events you opt in.

I booked the By the Bay ticket, for which I can both enter the butterfly house and have a meal at the private beach.

The island has many birds and can observe an amazing scene where thousands of birds fly around the high roofs of the buildings on the other side of the lake.

As for the Butterfly Garden, there are many large and beautiful butterflies; but note that the place is very hot and moist. Friendly staffs may help to put butterflies on your hands or arms; they are not afraid of people at all! But be well prepared since it is a bit itchy.

The meal by the bay allows you to enter a private beach and have meal there (lunch or dinner) any time you like on the day you visit. I visited there on a work day of Sharjah, so my table was the only one on the beach; in other words, it truly become a private beach... The food they provided is of good quality, for example, the fries are the most crispy ones I have ever eaten in UAE. The dishes are of large size and I cannot finish all of them. Sharjah Light Festival falls in February and you can see the light shows of the Al Noor Mosque just on that private beach.

After my whole trip to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, I think the By the Bay experience is very competitive. The price for all of the experience is 180 or 220 AED per person, where somewhere in Dubai a single cup of cocktail may cost more than 100 AED (very worst experience).

The place is also not far from the Gold Souq. So after a meal you can still and fish souq

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Ticket charges

Adults: AED 50

Kids 3-12 years: AED 30

Child 0-3: Free

Nice place to visit with family..

Ticket charges are ok because it's really nice place and beautifully maintained.

My kids enjoyed a lot ...

Really worthy for the price 😀

There is nothing better than finding yourself amid uninterrupted nature. Just breathe and feel the surroundings engulf you in their freshness. Al Noor Island in Sharjah is home to more than 70,000 plants and trees. Each greenery element on the island has been carefully selected to create landscapes as unique as Noor Island itself.

Night life

Noor Island is often termed as enchanted. While its lush landscapes, awe-inspiring art installations and abundance of nature play their part, it is actually the bright display of LED lights at night that truly make the place seem whimsical. As the sun goes down, the island comes alive with bright neons, twinkling fairy lights and luminescence that lights up trees, walkways, art installations, buildings and even the bridge. Catching this stunning display is one of the unmissable things to do in Al Noor Island.

Noor cafe

For those of you who would like to grab a quick bite while touring through Al Noor Island, the Noor Café has just the menu to cater to that. With its healthy selection of refreshing beverages and delicious snacks, the café provides you with a naturally lit, spacious seating arrangement to enjoy a good meal. At night, this quaint little place transforms into a luminarium with bright interiors and warmly lit furniture to set the mood for a...

Al Noor Island is a beautiful place that offers a much-needed respite from the city noise. The Island is well-maintained and provides a serene environment to enjoy nature’s beauty. However, I would recommend visiting on weekdays as the weekends can get quite crowded and noisy, which can take away from the relaxing experience. One of the highlights of Al Noor Island is the butterfly house, which is a must-visit attraction. It’s a unique and enchanting experience to walk amongst the beautiful butterflies and even touch them. It’s a shame that the place was packed with kids and too crowded to spend more time there, but the experience of seeing the butterflies hatching and feeding was still fantastic. Although the butterfly house is a fantastic experience, it would have been more enriching if there were labels or signs that displayed the name or kind of each butterfly. This would have provided visitors with valuable educational information and made the experience more interactive and engaging. However, even without the labels, it’s still a great experience to see the butterflies up close and observe their unique colors and patterns. The island provides a wonderful opportunity to learn about the natural world and appreciate the beauty of these creatures. Overall, Al Noor Island is a beautiful and relaxing place to visit, and the butterfly house is a real standout attraction. With or without labels, it’s an enchanting experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression on...