Entry to Al Hamriyah Beach costs nothing, parking is free, and trained lifeguards cover both of its sections. That combination is why families drive up from Sharjah, Ajman, and Dubai for a full day on the sand here.
The beach sits in Sharjah’s Al Hamriyah area, on the coast between Ajman and Umm Al Quwain. Al Hamriyah Municipality runs it, and in 2021 it earned Blue Flag certification for water quality, safety, and environmental management.
It’s also the most accessible beach in the emirate. It is the first beach in Sharjah recognised as suitable for people with disabilities.
Al Hamriyah Beach: key details
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Location | Al Hamriyah, Sharjah (between Ajman and Umm Al Quwain) |
| Run by | Al Hamriyah Municipality |
| Entry fee | Free, no booking |
| Hours | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, daily |
| Parking | Free lots and street parking beside the beach |
| Lifeguards | On duty at the Beach Park and the open beach |
| Swimming | Allowed inside marked swimming zones |
| Barbecue | Not permitted |
| Accessibility | Floating wheelchairs, beach mat, buggy transfers |
| Certification | Blue Flag (2021) |
Beach Park or open beach: which side to use
The Beach Park is the better choice for most visits, because it has the toilets and showers. The open beach is quieter but has no toilets, so it suits a short swim or a walk rather than a full day.
| Al Hamriyah Beach Park | Open beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Toilets and showers | Yes | No |
| Gazebos | Yes, with seating and tables | Yes, without seating |
| Kids’ play equipment | Yes | Swings and play areas |
| Lifeguards | Yes | Yes |
Both sections share the same white sand and calm water.
Hours, entry, and parking
The beach is open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM every day, and entry is free. There are no tickets, no gate fee, and no reservation system. You arrive, park, and walk onto the sand.
Parking is also free, in lots and street spaces right next to the beach and the Beach Park, including accessible bays.
Lifeguards work daylight hours. The beach stays open after dark for walking and picnics, but don’t swim once the lifeguards have gone.
Facilities
The Beach Park holds most of the infrastructure:
- A 1,300-metre jogging track along the shore
- An interlock walking track through the park
- A children’s play area with slides, swings, and climbing frames
- Public toilets and showers, plus changing areas
- Shaded gazebos with seating and tables
- Open sand for football and beach volleyball
- A mosque on site
There’s no café or food kiosk inside the park, so plan to bring your own food and water. A mobile Sharjah Cooperative Society truck parks nearby at weekends with drinks, snacks, and basic groceries.
Swimming and safety
Swimming is allowed, and it’s supervised. In July 2026, Al Hamriyah Municipality renewed its marine rescue contract covering both the beach and the Beach Park.
That contract covers:
- Trained lifeguards on the sand
- Jet skis, boats, and rescue boards on standby
- First aid kits, oxygen, and defibrillators
- Vehicles that get rescue teams to any stretch of the beach quickly
- Marked swimming zones, separated from boat and jet ski routes by lines and markings
- Signage and emergency evacuation plans
Stay inside the marked zones. The lines exist because boats and jet skis use the water outside them.
Check the flag before going in. Green means swimming is safe, yellow means take care, and red means stay out of the water. The municipality’s 2026 summer safety campaign, run with Sharjah Police, focused on exactly this, along with the signs of dry drowning in children.
The water is usually calm and shallow near the shore, but it can turn rough fast when the wind picks up. On a windy day, keep small children at the water’s edge.
Accessibility for people of determination
Al Hamriyah is the easiest beach in Sharjah to visit with a wheelchair. Its facilities were built to World Disability Union standards, and staff are trained to assist visitors with a range of needs.
What’s available:
- Floating wheelchairs, which let wheelchair users enter the sea
- A floating swimming chair, also suited to elderly visitors
- A beach mat that runs across the sand toward the water
- Buggy (club car) transfers from the parking area to the beach
- Wheelchair-accessible gazebos at the front of the Beach Park
- Accessible parking near the entrance
Ask at the Beach Park entrance for a floating wheelchair, and beach staff will help with the transfer.
Rules & what to bring
The main rule that catches visitors out is barbecuing. It isn’t permitted at Al Hamriyah Beach, including at the Beach Park, so leave the grill and charcoal at home.
Other rules to follow:
- Swim only inside the marked zones, and only while lifeguards are on duty
- Take all rubbish with you or use the bins
- Keep children supervised in and near the water at all times
- Dress for a family beach: swimwear on the sand and in the water, a cover-up elsewhere
- Keep music low; this is a quiet, family-oriented beach
Pack accordingly:
- A cool box with food and plenty of water
- Sunscreen and a hat, since shade outside the gazebos is limited
- A beach mat or folding chairs
- A change of clothes for the showers
How to get there
Driving is the practical way to reach Al Hamriyah Beach. Taxis and ride-hailing apps (Careem and Uber both operate in Sharjah) are the alternative if you don’t have a car.
- From Dubai or central Sharjah, head north on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) or Emirates Road (E611).
- Switch to the E11 toward Al Hamriyah and Umm Al Quwain.
- Take the exit for Hamriyah Port Road.
- Follow signs to Al Hamriyah Beach or Hamriyah Beach Park, with the Hamriyah Free Zone as your landmark.
- Park in the free lots beside the beach.
In Google Maps, search “Hamriyah Beach Park” for the facilities side, or “Al Hamriyah Public Beach” for the open beach.
Best time to visit
November to March is the best season. The air is cool enough to spend a full day outside, and the water is still warm enough to swim comfortably.
Timing within the day matters more than the season in summer. From June to September, go at sunrise or in the late afternoon, and avoid midday entirely.
Weekends bring the biggest crowds. Recent visitor reviews note the beach has become noticeably busier on weekends than it was a few years ago, so a weekday morning gives you the quietest version of it.
The same cool-weather window suits a day at Sharjah’s desert wildlife park, if you’re planning more than one outdoor trip in the emirate.
The beach also hosts sporting events. In September 2026 it held the sixth Sharjah–Al Hamriyah Aquathlon.
FAQ
Is Al Hamriyah Beach in Ajman or Sharjah?
It’s in Sharjah. The Al Hamriyah area sits north of Ajman, which is why some maps and travel sites file the beach under Ajman.
Is Al Hamriyah Beach free?
Yes. Entry and parking are both free, and no booking is needed.
Can you barbecue at Al Hamriyah Beach?
No. Barbecuing isn’t permitted at the beach or the Beach Park. Bring food that’s already prepared.
Is Al Hamriyah Beach open at night?
The beach is open until 11:00 PM. Walking and picnicking after dark are fine, but save swimming for daylight hours, when lifeguards are on duty.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The Beach Park has floating wheelchairs, a beach mat, buggy transfers from the parking area, and accessible gazebos.
Is there food at the beach?
There are no restaurants or kiosks inside the Beach Park. A mobile co-op truck parks nearby at weekends, but it’s safer to bring your own food and water.
Before you go
- Pick the Beach Park if you need toilets, showers, or wheelchair access.
- Pack food, water, and sunscreen; there’s nothing to buy on site on weekdays.
- Leave the barbecue at home.
- Check the flag colour before anyone goes in the water.
- Aim for a weekday morning between November and March for the calmest, quietest visit.
