Shopping in one of the characteristic traditional souks or in the modern shopping centers of the Red Sea towns is one of the favorite past-times of all tourists. Shops and bazaars are open daily until quite late at night (at least midnight), so don't miss an evening stroll in town at least once during your holiday.
And refuse decidedly to buy any "souvenir" coming from the sea. It is strictly forbidden to take, sell and buy shells, sea stars, corals, puffer fish or any other creature dead or alive from the Red Sea . Visitors carrying in their suitcases such "souvenirs" at departure are subject to heavy fines. Please help us protect the invaluable treasures of the sea.
Of the shopping area's Na'ama Bay is best known. You will find a busy crowded night life, with a big number of pubs, bars, trendy eateries and international clubs, from Hard Rock Cafés to Pasha Clubs, Buddha bars and many other local popular ventures which keep everybody rocking until the wee hours of the day. If you are a party night creature these are the places to go without doubt.
The downtown area of Sharm, or at least the old town, around Sharm el Maya is not large, but there are any number of restaurants and nightspots, and various well known fast food chains. Here, one finds the local bazaar (souk) which are well worth a visit. This is also where the main port and marina at Sharm are located. |
