Rasht is one of the best tourist destinations in the north of the country, which is a suitable place for night tourism despite its parks(Rasht nightlife), numerous shopping centers, and famous squares. Rasht, the capital of Gilan province, is the third tourist city in Iran.

It’s where many tourists travel every year to enjoy the unique weather, natural and green landscapes and enjoy the rain and foggy weather. The sights of Rasht, from numerous parks and wetlands to historical houses and mansions with unique architecture, are so beautiful and attractive that they draw every tourist to Rasht again and again.

Many tourists, especially in the summer season and on hot days of the year, prefer to go out after sunset. They do so to enjoy the sightseeing in the coolness of the evening and at the same time see the atmosphere of the city at night. Join us to learn about the spots for a better experience of Rasht nightlife.

Rasht Municipality Square

Rasht Municipaityl Square in the center of the city is known as the symbol of Rasht. And for sure, it is one of the best night tourism attractions in this city. This complex includes the municipality buildings, the post and telegraph house, the national library, the former governor’s office, and the statue of Mirza Kochch Khan, as well as the paved street that leads you to Sabzeh Maidan. This place is about a hundred years old dating back to the first Pahlavi period.

Watching the light-filled buildings of Municipality Square at night and listening to the hustle and bustle of the peddlers and residents of Rasht will leave a memory in your mind that you will never be able to erase. This square is one of those places that creates a feeling of intimacy in the audience and you feel like visiting there again and again.

Alam Al-Hoda Paved Path

Alam Al-Hadi Street, Rasht, is the first pedestrian construction project in the north of the country. This walking path connects the municipality square and Sabze Maidan Square. They built this street in 1931. It is about 275 meters long, 27 meters wide, and has two green spaces. It is interesting to know that the old people of Rasht remember this memorable street as Champs-Elysées and created lots of memories of their youth here.

Both sides of Alam Al-Hodi cobblestone street are full of boutiques, shops, and arcades. Walking among rows of tall lamps, stone ponds, local symbols such as a wooden boat and a small paddy field, as well as bronze sculptures, make this street an ideal place for a nighttime stroll.

Golsar Neighborhood

Golsar is the name of a neighborhood in the north of Rasht city where there are many restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and shopping centers. The main Golsar street, Samiye Boulevard, Tohid Boulevard, Gilan Boulevard, Namaz Boulevard, Deylaman Boulevard, and Sonbol Boulevard are the main streets of this neighborhood. The beautiful Golsar Boulevard is one of the most luxurious and best streets of Rasht. And the experience of walking along it by the trees, especially at night, will make one of your best memories in this city.

Sabzeh Meydan

Sabzeh Meydan is the name of an old square in the city of Rasht, near Shahrdari (Municipality) Square. This place is one of the best recreational and tourist attractions in the city. Sabzeh Meydan Garden with an area of ​​17,500 square meters, with its sturdy trees, beautiful gardens, and a pleasant atmosphere, is a suitable place to spend a memorable night.

Mafakher Garden

Mafakher Garen is the second largest park in Gilan province. Strong and old trees of maple, alder, Ulmus minor, and oak and vegetation consisting of vervain, geraniums, and camellia have made Mafakher Park one of the best tourist spots in Rasht. 

After passing through the entrance of the park, you will face wooden statues and long and beautiful corridors that lead to each other. Visiting the wooden hut, watching the peace of the night on the wooden benches, and using ping pong tables and other sports equipment are among the available entertainments here.

Mohtasham Garden

Mohtsham Park or The City Park is the oldest park in the city dating back to the reign of Naser al-Din Shah Qajar. The main owner and founder of the construction of this beautiful garden was Akbar Khan Biglar Beygi. He was one of the first-class owners and rich people of Iran and the lessee of the customs in the north of the country at that time. 

The planting of saplings, street paving, and the construction of a four-story summer mansion (Kolafarangi building) were all done under the supervision of Akbar Khan Bigharbigi.

Mellat Park

Mellat Park is the second largest park in Rasht with an area of ​​12 hectares. It was one of the oldest gardens in the city, named Siah Bagh. The municipality of the city turned this big garden into a park in 1999.

Among the facilities of this park there are football fields, volleyball and basketball fields, tennis tables , musical fountain, Iran’s first analmatic sundial, aquarium and natural pond. Walking in Mellat Park among the pine trees is one of the best experiences you can get in one night in Rasht(Rasht nightlife).

Daneshjoo Park

Daneshjoo Park is located near Rasht’s Eynak Wetland, Meshkat Park, and Rasht’s Mafakher Park. The big and beautiful swimming pool of this park is the first thing you see when you visit it.

Watching migratory birds, fishing, watching pictures of trees in the water and walking along the wooden fence around the pool are some of the best activities that you should not miss in the this park. Bicycle track, ping pong table, sports equipment and chess tables are other facilities of the Daneshjoo park.

This place has a spectacular view, especially at sunset(Rasht nightlife).

Keshavarz Park

Keshavarz Park, known as Kooch-eSfahani Park in the past, is a beautiful and green park with an area of ​​32 thousand hectares. This garden with a layered structure is similar to Tehran’s Sai Park. And to reach it, you have to go down a few stairs. The facilities in the park include a library, children’s playground, restrooms, and public sports facilities. This park is very popular and famous among Rasht parkourers.

Tohid Park

Tohid Park is one of the coziest parks in Golsar neighborhood of Rasht. It is a wonderful place to spend a night in Rasht with its beautiful green space and facilities such as public sports equipment, walking paths and wooden benches. This park is a riverside park and has a linear shape. This garden leads to the Zarjoub river on one side and to the houses at the end of the alleys on the other side. Another attraction of this park is holding the geranium flower festival during its growing season, which attracts many visitors.

Shopping Centers(Rasht nightlife)

Shopping centers are also a very good night destination for those who love buying stuff and window shopping. Here are ome of the most known shopping malls in Rasht;

Golsar Shopping Mall, Golsar Tower, Rose Shopping Center, Iranian Shopping Center, Deylaman Shopping center, and Pelle Barghi Mall.

Rasht Amusement Park, Qasr-e Bazi, and Rasht Karting are other destinations you might like to visit at night and experience some excitement.

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