Tehran

Tehran, the capital city of Iran and the center of the province of Tehran, located in north-central Iran. Since its establishment as the capital city more than 200 years ago, it has grown from a small city to a major metropolis. Tehran is Iran's largest city and one of the most the most industrialized province in Iran.

Things to do in Tehran

Tehran is "The city of museums." It has more than 50 museums and 100 art galleries which give you several choice to understand Iran from political, cultural, and historical viewpoints. The 10 Best Museums in Tehran : The National Jewelry Treasury, Sa'ad Abad Museum Complex, Iranian Artists' Forum, 30 Tir Street, Niavaran Cultural Historic Complex, Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art, Reza Abbasi Museum, Holy Defense Museum, Qasr Museum Garden.

Moghadam museum

Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art

Kazemi House Museum

Pursue your passions in Tehran. With access to the kinds of art centers, the arts of Iran are one of the richest art heritages in world history and encompasses many traditional disciplines including architecture, painting, literature, music, weaving, pottery, calligraphy, metalworking, stonemasonry, cinema, photography and theater.

City Theater

Melat cinema complex

Tehran music festival

Tehran is full of sporting facilities as the city. In fact, they numerous stadiums dedicated to the sport, the biggest being Azadi Stadium. So they have plenty of space and plenty of gyms in all of sports like soccer, volleyball, basketball, squash, golf, ski, bungee jumping, horseback riding …

Some of the ski slopes nearby include:

Dizin –also includes tennis and volleyball courts and a kid's park

Ab Ali –not only skiing but also horseback riding and tennis available. The ski season here December through early March.

Shemshak –the ski season here is December through April

Tochal –also has a great gondola ride for non skiers to enjoy the view

Climbing

Horse riding

Canoe

Sport complex

Ski resort

Hiking

Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with nice and interesting places.

Garden and Park

Shopping

Mountain Retreat

The Grand Bazaar is an essential visit for any tourist in Tehran. One of Tehran's oldest areas, this commercial center is teeming with history and character. With over 10 kilometers of labyrinthine alleyways filled with covered shops, you will find everything from jewelry to carpets and some exceptional restaurants. Be sure to check out the nearby Jomeh bazaar for antiques, every Friday on Jomhuri Street.

Grand Bazaar

Mosque of Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

The bazaar in the northern district of Tajrish is smaller, prettier, and altogether less stressful than the Grand Bazaar (although prices are higher). There is a colorful market of fresh fruit and vegetables, and some excellent touristy shops selling traditional crafts. Check out the kebab restaurant in the center of the bazaar. It's also worth visiting the stunning adjacent shrine, the Imamzadeh Saleh.

Tajrish bazaar

Imamzadeh Saleh

Tajrish

Located in the most northerly reaches of the city, Jamshidieh is a large park in the foothills of the Alborz Mountains. Fresh air and majestic surrounds are enough to merit a trip to this out-of-the-way spot. There are plenty of nice spots for picnicking and drinking tea. It is particularly picturesque in the winter months, when it often receives the first snowfall of the year.

Jamshidieh park