Top places to visit in Fujairah

• Snoopy Island Fujairah

  snorkelling site · 4.7 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The UAE's premier snorkelling site — a small rocky island 20 m offshore near Sandy Beach in Fujairah. Crystal-clear Gulf of Oman waters teem with sea turtles, blue-spotted rays, moray eels and vibrant hard corals. No boat needed — swim or…

• Al Bidyah Mosque Fujairah

  historic mosque · 4.7 rating · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  The UAE's oldest surviving mosque, dating from 1446 CE — over 570 years old. Built from mud, gypsum and stone with four distinctive domes (an unusual feature in Islamic architecture). Still in active use. Non-Muslims may visit outside…

• Wadi Wurayah National Park

  national park · 4.7 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  The UAE's first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with the only permanent freshwater waterfall in the UAE. The Wurayah Waterfall flows year-round into an emerald pool. Shelters critically endangered Arabian leopard, Arabian tahr, Egyptian vulture…

• Fujairah Fort

  historic fort · 4.4 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The oldest fort in the UAE — parts dating back 500+ years — on a basalt hill with views over the ancient village and Gulf of Oman. The adjacent Fujairah Museum provides context on the Bronze Age civilisation of the east coast.

• Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah

  Mosque · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The largest mosque in Fujairah and second-largest in the UAE, with white domes and slender minarets.

• Al Hayl Castle

  Fort · about 1 h · entry AED 5 (≈ ₹130)

  19th-century hilltop fortress and former seat of Fujairah's ruling family in a palm-fringed valley.

• Fujairah Museum

  Museum · about 1 h · entry AED 5 (≈ ₹130)

  Regional museum displaying Bronze and Iron Age finds, weapons and traditional Emirati crafts.

• Ain Al Madhab Hot Springs

  Nature · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Sulphur hot springs at the foot of the Hajar Mountains, channelled into public bathing pools and gardens.

• Masafi Friday Market

  Market · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  Roadside open-air market on the Fujairah–Dubai road selling carpets, pottery, fruit and plants daily.

• Bithnah Fort

  Fort · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  Historic hilltop fort in Bithnah village guarding a strategic mountain pass in Fujairah.

Things to do

• Snoopy Island Diving & Snorkelling Water Sports · 4 h · from AED 140 per person
• Wadi Wurayah Hike & Natural Pools Hiking · 4 h
• Dibba Musandam Dhow Cruise Tour · 8 h · from AED 250 per person
• Al Aqah Scuba Diving Adventure · 4 h · from AED 350 per person

Day trips and tours

• Fujairah East Coast Day — Dive, Fort & Wadi 10 h · from AED 210

Where to stay in Fujairah

• Al Aqah Beach (Dibba Road) about AED 750 per night

  Best Fujairah beach strip — Rotana and Radisson between mountains and Gulf of Oman. Starting point for Snoopy Island diving and Wadi Wurayah hiking.

Hotels

• Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa 5-star · AED 700 to AED 2,800 per night
• Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort 5-star · AED 600 to AED 1,100 per night
• Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort 3-star · AED 280 to AED 620 per night
• Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah 5-star · AED 450 to AED 850 per night

Where to eat

• Sadaf Restaurant iranian, persian, grills · about AED 65 per person
• Turtle Bay Café international, seafood, cafe · about AED 60 per person
• Sizzler Steak House steakhouse, western, grills · about AED 130 per person
• Al Meshwar Lebanese Restaurant lebanese, middle_eastern, grills · about AED 50 per person
• Gonu Bar & Grill Seafood, International · about AED 170 per person
• Coconut Restaurant Fujairah Indian, Chinese · about AED 55 per person
• Al Bab Restaurant Middle Eastern, International · about AED 190 per person

Getting to Fujairah

Airport: Al-Fujairah (FJR)

How visitors arrive in Fujairah

• Bus, taxi or car from Dubai By road from Dubai · common

  Dubai is the usual gateway; buses, shared taxis and sealed roads link it with Fujairah. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Etihad Rail from Abu Dhabi area By train from Abu Dhabi · common

  Fujairah is the eastern end of the developing Etihad Rail passenger network, with trains from the Abu Dhabi area. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Flights into Fujairah International (FJR) By air · possible

  The local airport serves a limited set of destinations. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the railway station to the centre

• Etihad Rail passenger train to Fujairah station unconfirmed

  Etihad Rail passenger trains run between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah station. A Dubai station was scheduled to open at the end of September 2026 and Sharjah later; check the current timetable. Source: gulfnews.com

• Fujairah airport has few routes; many visitors arrive overland from Dubai or Sharjah instead. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the bus terminal to the centre

• Intercity bus from Dubai

  Public buses link Dubai and Fujairah, leaving from a metro station area in Dubai and arriving near the old cinema district in Fujairah. Families and women sit in the front rows. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Shared or private taxi from Dubai or Sharjah

  Shared and private taxis connect Fujairah with Dubai and Sharjah, leaving from near the old cinema. Shared cars depart once full. Agree the fare before you set off. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Fujairah airport has few routes; many visitors arrive overland from Dubai or Sharjah instead. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Car Rental Self
• Walking

Paying

• Taxis in the city are metered; if there is no meter or it is broken, agree the fare first. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Safety and scams to avoid

• Dive Shop Certification Fraud

  Dibba, Fujairah dive sites

  Unregistered operators offer "quick dive certifications" or fake PADI cards to tourists who want to dive without completing proper training. Extremely dangerous in Fujairah's dive sites which reach 15+ m.

  How to avoid it: Book only with PADI or CMAS certified dive centres. Verify certification number at padi.com. Sandy Beach Divers and Fujairah Adventure Centre are the most reputable operators.

Best time to visit Fujairah

• Jan 25°C
• Feb 26°C
• Mar 29°C
• Apr 34°C
• May 39°C
• Jun 39°C
• Jul 38°C
• Aug 37°C
• Sep 36°C
• Oct 34°C
• Nov 30°C
• Dec 27°C

More in United Arab Emirates

• Dubai
• Abu Dhabi
• Sharjah
• Ras Al Khaimah
• Ajman
• Umm Al Quwain

Frequently asked questions about Fujairah

How many days do you need in Fujairah?

A typical trip to Fujairah is 1-2 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Fujairah?

The highest-rated places in our Fujairah guide are Snoopy Island Fujairah, Al Bidyah Mosque Fujairah, Wadi Wurayah National Park, Fujairah Fort.

Where should I stay in Fujairah?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Fujairah: Al Aqah Beach (Dibba Road).

How do I get around Fujairah?

Ways to get around Fujairah covered in our guide: Self-drive car, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Fujairah?

Scams reported to us for Fujairah include Dive Shop Certification Fraud. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Fujairah?

Average daytime highs in Fujairah run from 25°C in Jan to 39°C in Jun.

Which airport is nearest to Fujairah?

The nearest airport to Fujairah has the code FJR.