The Golestan Palace is a must-see destination and a world heritage site in Tehran. It boasts artistic architecture and offers insight into Iran’s history, art and culture. The palace displays Qajar-era art and architecture and is a wonderful place to spend the morning.
The traditional and cultural life of Tehran is best witnessed in the Tehran Bazaar. Wrapped around Golestan Palace, the bronze-colored arches, cramped shops, ceilings with mirror work, the various tea houses, and the traditional restaurants known as "siffin" offer an entertaining ambiance.
Azari is the ultimate destination for meat lovers in Tehran. This traditional Tehran cuisine restaurant offers world-famous kebab dishes that can be enjoyed exclusively in Iran.
The National Jewelry Museum is located in Tehran’s Central Bank Building and showcases the breathtaking majesty of diamonds, gold and gemstones. It contains the world's most massive pink diamond and the Darya-e-Noor ("Sea of Light") diamond.
A complex of royal palaces, more than 18 hectares in size, which were built by the Qajar and Pahlavi eras. It's a great place to wander through lovely gardens and see the old palace life.
Tehran is accessible via taxi, car rental, bus or the subway system. Taxis and the subway are the best and most affordable options for most destinations. 1 day trip taxi fare will be around IRR 4,000,000 - IRR 5,000,000, including the waiting time.
If you have more time, you can also visit Milad Tower and Tabiat Bridge. If you have less time, drop Sa'dabad Complex from your itinerary.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's primary airport, located about 30 km southwest of the city center.