Iran Destinations

Iran Tourist Attractions

Iran destinations are as vibrant as the seasons. You can explore a whole array of vivacious colors, majestic sights and unfeigned traditions in each location. The deeper you dive, the richer the culture (Iran tour).

Enjoy off-roading along the martian-like Kalouts, take a deep dive into everliving-cultures dating back to the Iron-age, and even enjoy snowboarding along the peaks of the mighty Alborz. Take a break and go on a camping adventure into the lush forests surrounding the Caspian Sea, or take a trip down south to the Persian Gulf and visit the rainbow-islands. Unbelievable architectural wonders spanning thousands of years, dense forests mixed with towering sand dunes, and local delicacies & treats are awaiting your arrival.

In Iran hospitality is a vital part of everyday life. The best way to see the country is through the people, so get ready to socialize, because you’ll be greeted with wondrous delight everywhere you go. If you wish to get a guided, and more detailed experience, check out our Destination Iran Tours.

From free walking tours to all-inclusive packages, you can customize exactly how you want to spend every hour of your vacation.

TEHRAN

Tehran, the capital of Iran, is the largest and the most populous city in the country. A city that has been the capital for more than 200 years. And it is where the most important administrative, executive and political decisions are made. With an area of ​​730 square kilometers, Tehran is the beating heart of Iran. It is the capital of many economic, cultural, scientific, and political aspects of the country. Usually, the Capital of each tourist country is a top destination to check out. So let’s dig deeper into Tehran tourism in the New York of Iran! Read about each of the places in more detail on our Tehran Attractions page.

Important Streets and Squares of Tehran

1. Valiasr Street
2. Imam Khomeini Square
3. Hassan Abad Square
4. Tajrish Square
5. Fereshteh Street

Historical Places to Visit in Tehran

1. Golestan Palace and Museum Complex
2. Niavaran Palace Complex
3. Saadabad Palace and Museum Complex
4. Tehran Grand Bazaar
5. The Gate of the National Garden
6. Tajrish Bazaar

Urban Attractions in Tehran 

1. Azadi (Freedom ) Tower
2. Milad Tower
3. Nature Bridge
4. Book Garden
5. Gonbad-e-Mina Planetarium

Parks and Gardens to Visit in Tehran

1. Mellat Park
2. Ab-o Atash (Water and Fire) Park
3. Lavizan Forest Park
4. National Botanical Garden

Museums to Visit in Tehran

1. National Museum of Iran
2. National Jewelry Museum
3. Miniature Garden Museum
4. Moghadam House Museum
5. Omidvar Brothers Museum
6. National Museum of the Islamic Revolution & Holy Defense
7. Iran Wildlife and Nature Museum

Tehran Entertainment Complexes

1. Chitgar Forest Park Complex
2. Eram Amusement Complex
3. Bam-e Tehran (Tehran Roof) Recreation Complex
4. Darband Nature and Recreation Complex
5. Ghazzali Cinema Town

Religious and Pilgrimage Places in Tehran

1. Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine
2. Imamzadeh Saleh
3. Sepahsalar Mosque
4. Saint Sarkis Cathedral
5. Adrian Fire Temple or Tehran Fire Temple
6. Haim Synagogue

Natural sights of Tehran

1. Tochal Peak
2. Darakeh
3. Cheshmeh Ali (Ali Spring) in Rey City

Sights around Tehran

1. Dizin Ski Resort
2. Shemshak Ski Resort
3. The Beginning of Chalous Road
4. Ahar Village
5. Shahrestanak Village
6. Firoozkooh Tang-e Vashi
7. Damavand
8. Lavasan

Shopping in Tehran

1.Home appliances and electronics market: Jomhouri and Hafez streets

2. Book and cultural goods market: Enghelab Street
3. Handicraft Market: Villa Street
4. Household tableware market: Shush Square
5. Fabric and curtain market: Zartosht, Molavi, and Abdolabad streets
6. Bags and shoe market: Sepahsalar street and Baharestan square
7. Second-hand goods, handmade art supplies, and antiques: Parvaneh Friday Bazar on Jomhouri Avenue

Places to Eat in Tehran

1. Cafe’s
2. Street Food
3. Restaurants
4. Food Courts

ISFAHAN

In Persian, we say: “Isfahan, Nesf-e Jahan” meaning Isfahan is half of the world. Meaning the one who has seen Isfahan has seen half of the world. 😀 Isfahan is one of the most popular touristic cities not only among the locals but among foreigners.

By traveling to Isfahan, you can have a memorable trip to one of the most important periods in the history of Persia, the Safavid period. This era of Persia’s history has left us with many historical contexts and famous attractions to explore and wonder about.

In fact, a trip to Isfahan would be a trip to the capital of Iranian handicrafts, as well.

So let’s see the top Iran tourist attractions in this stunning city, together.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Isfahan Attractions page.

Historical Attractions to Visit in Isfahan

1. Naghsh-e Jahan Square
2. Chehel Sotoun Palace
3. Hasht Behesht Palace
4. Khajoo Bridge
5. Si-O Se Pol Bridge
6. Isfahan Bazaar
7. Manar Jonban
8. Atiq Grand Mosque
9. Imam Ali Square
10. Vank Church
11. Vank Church Museum
12. Isfahan Music Museum
13. Isfahan Aquarium
14. Chaharbagh Street
15. Takht-e-Foolad Historical Cemetery
16. Jolfa Neighborhood

Natural Attractions to Visit in Isfahan

1. Flowers Garden
2. Birds Garden
3. Sofeh Mountain
4. Nazhvan Forest Park
5. Fadak Garden

Attractions around Isfahan

1. Mesr Desert
2. Varzaneh Desert
3. Imamzadeh Agha Seyed Ali Abbas Shrine
4. Matin Abad Desert Camp
5. Niasar Waterfall

KASHAN 

Before we start our tour in Kashan to check out its top attractions, let’s see why Kashan is a great option to include in your itinerary. Kashan is the cradle of traditional Iranian civilization and culture. The city is about 7,000 years old, so it has a significant role in Iran sightseeing.

Some historians believe that Kashan is the original first city in not only in ancient Persia, but the whole world. It is also the carpet capital of the country.

Now, it’s time to take a look at the top Iran tourist attractions in this breathtaking town.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Kashan Attractions page.

Historical Attractions to Visit in Kashan

1. Finn Garden
2. Tabatabai HouseTabatabai House – Kashan – Iran
3. Abbasid House
4. Boroujerdi House
5. Kashan Grand Mosque
6. Taj House
7. Kashan Bazaar
8. Agha Bozorg Mosque
9. Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse
10. Sialk Archeological Hills

Attractions Around Kashan

1. Abyaneh Village
2. Noshabad Underground City
3. Marnjab Desert
4. Abuzeydabad Desert

TABRIZ

Tabriz is the third-largest city in Iran. This city has a special place in the history, background, and economy of our country. There are lots of monuments to see in this historic city. Tabriz is located in a province with many natural attractions, as well. The kind people of Tabriz speak Turkic. They have lots of awesome traditions and a very pretty dance style.

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Read about each of the places in more detail on our Tabriz Attractions page.

Historical and Cultural Attractions to Visit in Tabriz

1. Tabriz Historical Bazaar
2. Tabriz Blue Mosque
3. Arg-e-Alishah
4. Sa’at (Clock) Square
5. Maqbarat-o-sho’ara or Tomb of the Poets

Museums to Visit in Tabriz

1. Tabriz Municipality Museum Palace
2. Azerbaijan Museum
3. Qajar Museum

The Best Recreational Attractions in Tabriz

1. Shahgoli or El Goli
2. Eynali Mountain
3. Shahriar Paved Pass
4. Baghlar Baghi Amusement Park
5. Laleh Park; Tabriz Commercial and Entertainment Complex

Food in Tabriz

1. Bonab Kebab
2. Kufteh Tabrizi
3. Dolma 
4. Ash-e doogh
5. Qhorabieh

Important Attractions around Tabriz

1. Sahand Mountain
2. Payam Ski Resort in Marand
3. Kandovan Rocky Village
4. Zonuzaq Village
5. Ushtabin Village
6. Saint Stepanos Monastery
7. Zahhak Castle
8. Urmia Lake

SHIRAZ

Shiraz is a city of gardens, flowers, and nightingales. It’s the city of poets, the land of lovers, the city of orange blossoms, and the city of love. And eventually, it is the city of sacred secrets, the city of Persian poetry and literature. Shiraz is one of those cities in Iran where there is a very happy atmosphere. Visiting this city brings you beyond-imagination peace and joy.

And as you might know, some of the best and most worldwide known ancient attractions of Iran are in Shiraz. Let’s see what is awaiting us in Shiraz. We’ll take a quick look at the Iran tourism place in this excellent city.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Shiraz Attractions page.

Historical Attractions to Visit in Shiraz

1. Zandieh Complex
2. Nasir Al-Molk Mosque
3. Atiq Mosque
4.  Quran Gate
5. Tomb of Hafez
6.  Tomb of Saadi
7. Shah Cheragh
8. Saraye Moshir
9. Kuchebagh-e Qasr Al-Dasht
10. Khan School

Spectacular Gardens to Visit in Shiraz

1. Eram Garden
2. Narenjestan Ghavam Garden
3. Delgosha Garden
4. Jannat (Paradise) Garden
5. Afif Abad Garden
6. Jahan Nama Garden

Museums to Visit in Shiraz

1. Pars Museum
2. Persepolis Museum
3. Shiraz Museum of Visual Arts or Contemporary Arts
4. Museum of Celebrities  Or Zinat Al-Molk Historical House
5. Shah Cheragh Museum
6. Narenjestan Ghavam Museum
7. Shiraz Water Museum
8. Haft Tanan Stone Museum
9. Museum of Natural History and Technology
10. Shapouri House

Parks to Visit in Shiraz

1. Azadi Park
2. Besat Park
3. Derak Mountain Park
4. Kuhpayeh Park
5. Luna Amusement Park
6. Chamran Boulevard Park
7. Iran Land Indoor Amusement Park
8. Bamou National Park

Attractions around Shiraz

1. Persepolis Complex
2.  Pasargad Complex and the Tomb of Cyrus
3. Naqsh-e Rostam
4. Naqsh-e Rajab

Natural Attractions Around Shiraz

1. Dasht-e Arjan or Arjan Plain
2. Maharlou Lake
3. Tang-e-Bostanak, Bostanak Canyon
4. Margoon Waterfall
5. Raghez Canyon

KERMAN

In the southeastern part of Iran, there is the largest province in the country, Kerman. It’s the province between the provinces of Yazd, South Khorasan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Hormozgan, and Fars. Kerman city is the capital of Kerman Province. This city has many historical attractions and for this reason, is one of the 5 historical cities of Iran.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Kerman Attractions page.

Top Attractions to Visit in Kerman

1. Fath Abad Garden
2. Ganj Ali Khan Complex
3. Kerman Grand Bazaar
4. Jabaliyeh Historical Dome
5. Kerman Zoroastrian Fire Temple
6. Vakil Hammam (Bath)
7. Yakhdan-e Moayedi or Moayedi Icehouse
8. Takht-e Dargah Gholi Beyg
9. Malek Mosque
10. Pardisan Park
11. Qal’eh Dokhtar or Anahita Fire Temple
12. Kerman Grand Mosque or Mozaffari Grand Mosque
13. Kerman National Library
14. Moshtaghieh Dome or the Three Domes

Museums to Visit in Kerman

1. Holy Defence Garden Museum
2. Coin Museum
3. Harandi Garden Museum
4. Kerman Sanati Contemporary Art Museum

Top Attractions around Kerman

1. Tomb of Shah Nematullah Vali Mahan
2. Shahzadeh Mahan Historical Garden
3. Arg-e Rayen or Rayen Citadel
4. Arg-e Bam or Bam Citadel
5. Darvish Khan Stone Garden
6. Kalut Shahdad Desert
7. Simak Waterfalls
8. Sirch Ski Resort
9. Meymand Rocky Village
10. Rageh Canyon

YAZD

Yazd is the city of qanats and windcatchers. It’s the world’s first raw clay city. And the second living historical city in the world after Venice, Italy. The locals are famous for being calm, dignified, and hard-working people. These genius people had made it possible to live in the heart of the desert with their architectural skills. I’m talking about qanats and windcatchers. The first fulfilled their need for water and the latter cooled down their houses.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Yazd Attractions page.

Top Attractions to Visit in Yazd

In every corner of Yazd, an attraction is waiting to surprise you. And it will be very difficult to make one of them superior to the other; But the most significant of them are:

1. Yazd Grand Mosque
2. Fahadan Neighborhood
3. Amir Chakhmaq Complex
4. Saheb Al-Zaman Zurkhaneh
5. Dowlat Abad Garden
6. Yazd Fire Temple
7. Khan Complex
8. Rostam Giv Ab Anbar
9. Shesh Badgir Ab Anbar
10. Alexander’s Prison
11. Yazd Clock Square
12. Yazd Old Town
13. Davazdah Imam Tomb
14. Naaji Garden and Mansion
15. Malek-ol-Tojjar Historical House

Top Museums to Visit in Yazd

1. Museum of Mirrors and Lighting
2. Lariha House Museum
3. Yazd Water Museum
4. Tehraniha House Museum
5. Markar Museum
6. Yazd Car Museum
7. Stone Museum

Natural Attractions to Visit in Yazd

1. Haft-e Tir Park
2. Haftsang Desert Camp
3. Quran Gate Desert
4. Abarkooh Ancient Cypress Tree
5. Shir Kuh Mountain
6. Nasrabad’s Nabati Cave
7. Bafgh Desert

Top Iran Tourism Places Around Yazd

1. Dakhmeh Zartoshtian or the Tower of Silence
2. Kharānaq Village
3. Ashkezar Water Mill
4. Gonbad Aali or Aali Dome
5. Kharānaq Manar Jonban
6. Zarach Qanat

QESHM

Qeshm Island is the beautiful jewel of the Persian Gulf. It is home to a collection of rocky, sandy, and muddy beaches. There are extensive historical, cultural, and archeological monuments here. Along with valuable geological heritage, ‌ that has made this island the only geopark in Iran and the Middle East.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Qeshm Attractions page.

Top Natural Attractions to Visit In Qeshm

1. Chahkooh Canyon
2. Laft Historical Village
3. Hengam Island
4. The Valley of Stars
5. Hara Forest or Mangrove Forest
6. Naz Islands
7. Kharbas Cave
8. Silver Beach
9. The Sacred Fig Tree
10. Qeshm Salt Cave
11. Shib Deraz Village
12. The Roof of Qeshm
13. Kaseh Salakh Area

Top Historical Attractions to Visit In Qeshm

1. Guran Dam
2. Portuguese Fort
3. Bibi Water Reservoir
4. Historical Cemeteries in Qeshm
5. Tala Water Wells
6. Bibi Maryam’s Tomb
7. Qeshm Noopak Crocodile Park
8. Qeshm Shipbuilding and Repair Company
9. Zeytoon (Olive) Park
10. Qeshm Global Geopark Museum
11. Qeshm Island Aquarium
12. Negin Sahel Diving and Marine Recreational Center
13. Hamoon Recreation and Tourism Complex
14. Khalo Saleh Museum
15. Nakhoda (Captain) Ali Museum
16. Direstan Anthropology Museum
17. Qeshm Traditional Bazaar
18. The Dargahan Old Market
19. Qeshm City Center Mall

QAZVIN

Qazvin is one of the largest cities in Iran and the capital of Qazvin province. This city was the capital of the country for 57 years during the Safavid era. For this reason, it has many historical buildings and museums. This city is the great capital of Iranian calligraphy, as well. Qazvin is located at the crossroads of the northern and western provinces of the country. Although many tourists may have passed through the city on their way, most of them miss its tourist attractions and sights.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Qazvin Attractions page.

Historical Places to Visit in Qazvin

1. Qazvin Bazaar
2. Al-Nabi Mosque
3. Rafi Church
4. Russian Church
5. Qazvin Jameh Mosque, Qazvin Grand Mosque
6. Sardar Bozorg Water Reservoir
7. Aminiha Hosseiniyeh
8. Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai
9. Alamut Castle
10. Imamzadeh Hossein
11. The Entrance of Aali Qapo
12. Darb Kushk Gate
13. Sepah Street
14. Kharraqan Towers
15. Sardar Mosque and School Complex
16. Hamdallah Mustawfi Shrine
17. The Safavid Garden Complex

Museums to Visit in Qazvin

1. Qajar Bath
2. Chehel Sotoun Palace Museum
3. Sepahdar Garden Mansion
4. Qazvin Municipality Mansion
5. Qazvin Museum

Natural and Cultural Attractions in and around Qazvin

1. Traditional Gardens of Qazvin
2. Ovan Lake
3. Zargar Village
4. Barajin Forest Park
5. Garmagalou Canyon
6. Varchor Waterfall
7. Sialan Mountain

RASHT 

Rasht City is a combination of sea and forest with rich history and civilization of Iran. A city that was the birthplace of great people like Mirza Kuchak Khan Jangali. This city is the destination of millions of tourists, annually. Rasht, the capital of the evergreen province of Gilan, is located near the Caspian Sea. Meanwhile, its dense forests will blow your mind away.

Rasht Traditional Bazaar is a must-see. And Gilak people are full of joy and hospitality! The reputation of this city has gone beyond the borders. And UNESCO has introduced Rasht as the most creative city in terms of food and taste.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Rasht Attractions page.

Historical Iran Tourism Places in Rasht

1. Rasht Municipality Square
2. Municipality Palace
3. Iran Hotel
4. Rasht National Library
5. Post Office Mansion
6. Rasht Grand Bazaar
7. Kolah Farangi Mansion
8. Emamzadeh Hashem
9. Tomb of Mirza Kuchak Khan
10. The Tomb of Dana-ye Ali
11. Mosalla Square
12. Abrishami Traditional House
13. Mirza Kuchak Khan Jangali’s House
14. Alam al-Hoda Street
15. Lat Caravanserai
16. Qadiri Traditional House
17. Shahpour High School

Museums to Visit in Rasht

1. Gilan Rural Heritage Museum
2. Rasht Museum

Parks and Gardens to Visit in Rasht

1. Mohtasham Garden
2. Mellat Park
3. Sabzeh Meydan Park

Natural Attractions to Visit in and around Rasht

1. Saqalaksar Lake
2. Saravan Lake and Forest Park
3. Eynak (Glasses) Lagoon
4. Saravan-Fooman Road
5. Anzali Lagoon
6. Masouleh Historical City
7. Qaleh Roudkhan Castle
8. Asalem-Khalkhal Road
9. Gisum Forest Park
10. Gilan Rural Heritage Museum
11. Rasht Museum

Parks and Gardens to Visit in Rasht

1. Mohtasham Garden

2. Mellat Park

3. Sabzeh Meydan Park

Natural Attractions to Visit in and around Rasht

1. Saqalaksar Lake

2. Saravan Lake and Forest Park

3. Eynak (Glasses) Lagoon

4. Saravan-Fooman Road

5. Anzali Lagoon

SEMNAN

Semnan is one of the desert cities of Iran, which is located in the south of the Alborz mountain range. If you plan to travel to Mashhad from Tehran, you will pass through this quiet city. In addition to the tourist attractions of the Lut desert in the south of Semnan, you can enjoy the lush nature and its pleasant climate in the north and northeast of the province. Also, due to the historical nature of this city, it has many spectacular ancient monuments that indicate the antiquity of Semnan.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Semnan Attractions page.

Historical Tourism Places to Visit in Semnan

1. Semnan Grand Mosque
2. Arg Gate Square
3. Semnan Traditional Bazaar
4. Soltani Mosque or Immam Mosque
5. Taheri’s House
6. Torabi Historic House
7. Ali Ibn-e Jafar Shrine
8. Kalantar (Sherief) House
9. Sheikh Ala Al-Dawlah Bazaar
10. Naghsh-e Jahan Serai
11. Sookan Forest Park

Museums to Visit in Semnan

1. Natural History Museum
2. Koumesh Coin Museum
3. Amir Garden and Mansion
4. Hazrat Bath

Iran Tourism Places around Semnan

1. Shahmirzad Town
2. Saroo Castles
3. Abbasi Lasjerd Caravanserai
4. Mirak Delazian Hills
5. Monastery of Ala Al-Dawlah Semnani
6. Zavaghan Jameh Mosque
7. Qasr-e Bahram Caravanserai
8. Shah Abbasi Carevanserai Complex
9. Ahovan Caravanserai
10. Salt Mine Of Garmsar
11. Mojen Waterfall
12. Abr (Cloud) Forest
13. Opert Ridge
14. Qalebālā Village
15. Rig-e Jenn Desert
16. Parvar Protected Area

ILAM

Ilam province is one of the western provinces of the country. Mountains, rivers, waterfalls, protected mountainous areas and vast and fertile plains, have made this province a destination for nature tourists.

The province hosts many historical monuments, as well. Clearly, this fact indicates the existence of the center of human societies in this region. Now, let’s get to know some of Iran’s top tourist attractions in this outstanding province.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Ilam Attractions page.

Top Natural Tourist Attractions to Visit in Ilam

1. Tang-e Kāfarī
2. Siah Gav (Black Cow) Twin Lakes
3. Chakar Lagoon
4. Arghavan Valley
5. Bahram Choobin Canyon
6. Sheshdar Natural Forest Park
7. Chagha Sabz Forest Park
8. Seimare River
9. Dehloran Hot Water Springs
10. Abtaf Waterfall
11. Boiling Tar Springs
12. Koulak Protected Area
13. Telesm Ivan Cave
14. Ilam Dam Lake
15. Strait of Razianeh
16. Qaleh Qīrān
17. Zamzam Lagoon
18. Cham Aw Waterfall
19. Barreh Zard Cave
20. Ţūlāv Mountain
21. Tajrian Promenade

Top Historical Tourist Attractions to Visit in Ilam

1. Posht Ghale
2. Hezarani Castle
3. Julian Fortress
4. Hezar Darb (One Thousand Door) Castle
5. Chenar Cemetery
6. Gulgul Malekshahi Inscription
7. Ismail khan Castle
8. Armu Cemetery
9. Se-Kasan Castle
10. Chartaqi Fire Temple
11. Seymareh Ancient City (Madakto)
12. Pour Ashraf Castle
13. Ali Kosh Hill
14. Moshakan Fire Temple
15. Gavmishan Bridge
16. Mir Gholam Hashemi Castle
17. Konjan Cham Castle
18. Konjan Cham Dam
19. Vali Castle
20. Siahgel Fire Temple
21. The Arch of Shirin and Farhad
22. Falahati Palace
23. Sirvan Ancient City
24. Natural History Museum Of Ilam

KERMANSHAH

Kermanshah province is one of the most attractive regions of Iran. Because there are about 4,000 attractions in this province. The city of Kermanshah is the capital of this province and also the most populous and largest Kurdish city in Iran. If you have a diverse travel taste, a trip to Kermanshah will be enjoyable and varied for you. Since you can visit the ancient and historical monuments in the corridors of Iranian history. Plus, its nature, the pristine and boundless beauty, will touch your soul.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Kermanshah Attractions page.

Historical Tourism Places to Visit in Kermanshah

1. Taq-e Bostan
2. Mount Behistun
3. Tekiye Moaven Al Molk
4. The Statue of Hercules
5. Goor-Dakhmeh Sahneh
6. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church
7. Behistun Safavid Caravanserai
8. Haj Shahbaz Khan Bath
9. Kermanshah Traditional Bazaar
10. Nan Berenji Bazaar
11. Emad o dolah Mosque
12. Shafei Jameh Mosque
13. Goor-Dakhmeh Saan-Rostam
14. Dolatshah Mosque
15. Khosrow Bridge

Museums and Gardens to Visit in Kermanshah

1. Zagros Paleolithic Museum
2. Jewelry and Clothing Museum
3. Anthropology Museum
4. Tekyeh Biglarbeygi
5. Stamp Museum
6. Taq-e Bostan Stone Museum
7. Kermanshah Flowers Garden
8. Sadaf Birds Garden
9. Kermanshah Museum of Natural History
10. Kermanshah Calligraphy Museum

Natural Attractions to Visit in Kermanshah

1. Sefid Kuh
2. Parau Cave
3. Sarab Niloofar Lake
4. Hashilan Wetland
5. Taq-e Bostan Forest Park
6. Do-Ashkaft Cave
7. Varvasi Cave
8. Gharasoo River
9. Tafeh Waterfall
10. Mar-Div Cave
11. Asangaran Cave
12. Kher Cave

LORESTAN

Lorestan is one of the most beautiful provinces of Iran. this place is where there are lots of extraordinary natural hot spots to visit. That’s why, they call this province, the bride of nature. Lorestan is also known as one of the first human settlements and has a lot of historical value. As a result, in Lorestan, you will see the majesty of waterfalls and overturned tulip plains; You will also be able to visit old castles and forts.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Lorestan Attractions page.

Natural Iran Tourism Places to Visit in Lorestan

1. Gahar Lake
2. Khazineh Canyon
3. Bisheh Waterfall
4. Keeyow (Q) Lake
5. Helt Canyon
6. Fritillary Plain in Aligudarz
7. Lili Strait
8. Shirz Canyon
9. Berenjeh Waterfall
10. Afrineh Waterfall
11. Kalmakareh Cave
12. Nozhian Waterfall
13. Ab Sefid Waterfall
14. Azna Snow Tunnel
15. Makhmal Kuh Park
16. Garmeh Waterfall
17. Varak Waterfall or Wark (Vark) Waterfall
18. Oshtorankuh Mount
19. Bam-e Lorestan
20. Gerit Waterfall
21. Karkheh River
22. Kapargeh Valley
23. Chekan Waterfall
24. Azgan Lagoon
25. Doosheh Cave
26. Bam-e Borujerd
27. Sarab Kartol Spring
28. Neygah Valley
29. Botkhaneh Cave
30. Aali Abad Cave
31. Silakhor Plain

Historical Iran Tourism Places to Visit In Lorestan

1. Falakol Aflak Castle
2. Brick Minaret
3. Soltani Mosque of Borujerd
4. Gerdab Sangi
5. Borujerd Jame Mosque
6. Gap Hammam
7. Tappeh Qoroq
8. Shapouri Bridge
9. Rock Carvings of Homiyan and Mirmalas
10. Manijeh Castle
11. Zagheh Castle
12. Sorkh Dom Laki Site
13. Chalan Cholan Bridge

MASHHAD

In fact, Mashhad is the spiritual capital of Iran and the most important religious place in the country. The shrine of the eighth Imam of the Shiites (AS) is located in this city. In addition to the religious and pilgrimage aspects, this city has also made significant progress in the aspects of tourism and has various historical, recreational, and cultural complexes. That’s why it can be an interesting city for tourists.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Mashhad Attractions page.

Historical Attractions to Visit in Mashhad

1. Imam Reza Holy Shrine
2. Tomb of Sheikh Bahai
3. Abbas Qoli Khan Seminary
4. Green Dome
5. Tomb of Pir-e Palandouz
6. Tomb of Ferdowsi
7. Haftad-o-do Tan Mosque
8. Goharshad Mosque
9. Saint Mesrop Armenian Church
10. Bazaar Reza
11. Bazeh Hoor Chahartaqi
12. Radkan Tower
13. Khajeh Abasalt Shrine
14. Akhangan Rod
15. Tomb of Khajeh Rabie
16. Golestan Dam

Historic Houses to Visit in Mashhad

1. Malek Historical House
2. Tavakoli Historical House
3. Daroogheh Historical House

Museums to Visit in Mashhad

1. Tomb of Nader Shah or Naderi Garden Museum
2. Mehdi Gholi Beyg’s Hamam Musuem
3. Mashhad Botanical Garden
4. Bread Museum
5. Astan Quds Razavi Museums
6. Shah Lafata Zoorkhaneh and Museum
7. Anthropology Museum of Mashhad
8. Earth Science Museum Park
9. Great Museum of Khorasan
10. Vakil Abad Zoo
11. Mashhad Miniature Park

Natural Attractions and Parks to Visit in Mashhad

1. Chalidarreh Tourist Complex
2. Kooh Sangi Park
3. Melli Garden or National Garden
4. Vakilabad Garden
5. Haft Hoz Park
6. Professor Bazima Scientific Park
7. Indoor Water Parks
8. Mellat Park
9. Jangal-e Jigh or Scream Forest
10. Torghabeh
11. Akhlamad Waterfall
12. Almas Inverted House
13. Kardeh Dam
14. Kalat Waterfall
15. Moghan Cave
16. Garaab Spring
17. Gilas (Cherry) Spring
18. Shirbad Ski Resort
19. Hat Houz Park

Attractions to visit around Mashhad

1. Mausoleum of Omar Khayyam
2. Mausoleum of Attar Neyshaburi
3. Kamal-ol-Molk’s Tomb

MAZANDARAN

Mazandaran province, thanks to the Caspian coast, lush forests, waterfalls, rivers, etc., has become one of the most popular provinces in the north of the country, which hosts millions of tourists every year. This province, in addition to a multitude of unique natural attractions, also has dozens of historical and religious monuments that you should not miss. Many tourists know only a few of the summer areas of this province and are unaware of many of the other sights of this part of heaven.

Read about each of the places in more detail on our Mazandaran Attractions page.

Natural and Recreational Attractions to Visit in Mazandaran

1. Badab Soort Spring
2. Noshahr Eco-biology and Botanical Garden
3. Mount Damavand
4. Soleyman Tangeh Dam
5. Valasht Lake
6. Sari Melal Park
7. Komishan Cave
8. Raash (Beech) Forest
9. Ramsar Telecabin Complex
10. Namakabroud Beach Resort
11. Churat Lake
12. Ab Pari Waterfall
13. Do-Hezar and Se-Hezar Road
14. Elimalat Lake
15. Lar Plain
16. Naz Protected Area
17. The Lake of Ghosts
18. Hasal Lagoon
19. Dalkhani Jungle
20. Gazou Waterfall
21. Si Sangan Forest Park
22. Alborz Dam
23. Harijan Waterfall
24. Miankaleh Lagoon
25. Chaldarreh Forest Park
26. Danial Cave
27. Taraz Waterfalls
28. Tirkan Seven Waterfalls
29. Mirza Kuchak Khan Forest Park
30. Niloufar Abi (Water Lily) Park
31. Khanikan Forest Park
32. Savasare WaterfallSavasare Waterfall – Mazandaran – Iran
33. Nashtarud Lagoon
34. Babol Roud River
35. Sange-No Waterfall
36. Khezrabad Beach
37. Falakdeh Spa
38. Nowshahr Local Bazaar

Summer Villages to Visit in Mazandaran

1. Kandolus
2. Filband
3. Mazichal
4. Javaher Deh
5. Jennat Rudbar
6. Kelardasht
7. Kheshevash
8. Lavij
9. Garasma Sar

Historical Attractions to Visit in Mazandaran

1. Behshahr Mellat Park
2. Sari Clock Square
3. Abbas Abad Historical Garden
4. Veresk Bridge
5. Lajim Tower
6. Moallem Boulevard in Ramsar
7. Vaziri Bath
8. Babol Jameh Mosque
9. Sorkh Abad Church
10. Markuh Castle
11. Sefid Chaah Cemetery
12. Safi Abad Palace
13. Resket Tower
14. Mohammad Hasan Khan Bridge
15. Soltan Zayn al-Abidin Tower
16. Sar Tappeh Railway Bridge
17. Gadouk Caravanserai

Museums to Visit in Mazandaran

1. Sari Museum
2. Amol History Museum
3. Babol Ganjineh Museum
4. Ramsar Palace Museum
5. Khoshkeh-Daran Natural History Museum
6. Kandelous Museum
7. Nima Yushij House Museum
8. Ramsar Museum of Anthropology
9. Mokarrameh Ghanbari House Museum
10. Gohar Tepe Museum Site