Fujairah City is the east-coast capital — a relaxed base with a corniche, a historic fort and mountain-backed beaches on the Gulf of Oman. Framed by the Hajar Mountains and washed by calm seas, Fujairah City is the gateway to the UAE’s most scenic coastline.
About 90 minutes from Dubai through the mountains, it is a refreshing change of scene. Here is how to make the most of it, as part of our main Fujairah guide.
Getting your bearings in Fujairah City
The city runs along the coast, with the corniche and beaches on one side and Fujairah Fort and the old town set against the mountains inland.
Where to eat in Fujairah City
Seafront cafes and seafood restaurants line the corniche, best enjoyed with a mountain-and-sea backdrop.
Beaches and things to do in Fujairah City
Fujairah Fort, the corniche and nearby beaches anchor a day here; there is more in things to do in Fujairah and the UAE’s best beaches.
Where to stay
Beachfront hotels along the coast make Fujairah City an easy overnight base for exploring the east coast.
Getting to Fujairah City
About 90 minutes from Dubai through the mountains; best reached by car.
Best time to visit
The cooler months from October to April are ideal for the beaches and mountain drives.
Explore more of Fujairah
Head back to the main Fujairah guide to explore more of the emirate.
Good to know
Fujairah City is the capital of the emirate and the east coast’s main hub, wrapped around the Gulf of Oman rather than the Arabian Gulf. Landmarks include the restored Fujairah Fort — one of the oldest in the country — the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and a corniche that comes alive in the cooler months. Fujairah City makes a practical base for nearby dive sites, Wadi Al Wurayah and the mountain roads, with a quieter, more local feel than Dubai or Abu Dhabi.