Destinations
Most first itineraries follow the same line: Tehran, Kashan, Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz. It works, and it leaves out half the country. The wet tea slopes of Gilan, the stepped villages of Kurdistan and the red-soil shore of Hormuz sit well off that route.
This section holds our city guides and our articles on sights, bazaars, parks, islands and stations across Iran. Each city and province also has its own hub, such as Isfahan, Yazd, Shiraz and Tehran, which gathers everything we have written about it.
If this is your first trip, read our pillar Iran travel guide first. Then pick from the guides most readers start with:
- How many days you need in Iran
- Tehran travel guide
- Kashan travel guide
- Isfahan travel guide
- Yazd travel guide
- Shiraz travel guide
- Hormuz Island travel guide
- Kurdistan travel guide
For a route built around these places, see our Iran tours or ask for a private tour.
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Tehran Botanical Garden: A Traveler’s Guide
Discover the Tehran Botanical Garden: Explore diverse plant habitats, enjoy serene landscapes, and experience one of the Middle East's largest…
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Tomb of Daniel
Explore the Tomb of Daniel in Susa, where Islamic, Jewish, and Christian traditions meet historical and architectural splendor.
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Dezful Old Bridge: The Enduring Legacy of the Sasanian Era
Discover the timeless wonder of Dezful's Sasanian Bridge, an engineering marvel showcasing the rich history and ingenuity of ancient civilizations.
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Susa Travel Guide: Ancient City, Archaeology and Nearby Sites
Explore Susa in Shush, Khuzestan: its Elamite and Achaemenid remains, UNESCO history and nearby sites to combine in an archaeological…
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Shush Castle: A Historical Landmark in Khuzestan
Shush Castle, also known as the French Castle, is a significant historical site in the Khuzestan province of Iran.
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Haft Tappeh Archaeological Site: All You Need to Know
Explore the Elamite city of Kabnak at Haft Tappeh near Susa, with its vaulted tombs, administrative tablets, site museum and…
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Tajrish Bazaar: Discover Tehran’s Top Traditional market
Visit Tajrish Bazaar in north Tehran for produce stalls, provisions and small shops, with context on the takyeh, nearby mosques…
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Discover The Shadegan International Wetland
Explore Shadegan Wetland and diverse wildlife, serene landscapes, and conservation efforts of one of Iran's most remarkable natural treasures.
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Ahvaz’s Black Bridge: A Gateway to History on the Karun River
Discover the enchanting beauty of the Black Bridge in Ahvaz, takes you on a journey through time to explore the…
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Karun River: Exploring Iran’s Unique Waterway
Karun River historical significance, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural importance as we delve into the secrets of this enchanting river.









