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Sharjah aquarium to extend opening hours from August 1
The Sharjah Museums Department has extended its opening hours and included a dedicated day for families at the new aquarium situated in the Al Khan district of Sharjah.
- The extended opening hours were due to popular request from visitors.
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Dubai: The Sharjah Museums Department has extended its opening hours and included a dedicated day for families at the new aquarium situated in the Al Khan district of Sharjah.
The extended opening hours will take effect from August 1, 2008.
Ann Irish, Operations Manager, said: "By popular request we are more than happy to open for additional hours, and to cater for specific needs, such as a family-only day. I look forward to welcoming all visitors to the aquarium, and also to the Maritime Museum when it opens later in the year."
The new hours are:
Wednesday
4pm – 7.30pm (for families only)
Thursday
9am – 7.30pm
Friday
3pm – 8.00pm
Saturday
9am – 8.00pm
Parking is available with designated spaces for visitors with disabilities.
Wheelchair access and bathroom facilities for visitors with disabilities are also available, as are lifts.
Guided tours are provided free of charge by museum guides. Group and school bookings can be arranged on request.
For more information visit: www.sharjahmuseums.ae or phone 06-5285288
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