Iran
Your complete travel companion for exploring Iran
Why We Love Iran
When planning our trip to Iran, we expected beautiful sights. What we didn't expect was how deeply the culture would move us. Every neighborhood has its own character, every street its own story. This is a destination that keeps revealing new layers the longer you stay.
Explore Iran on the Map
Get familiar with the area before your trip. Zoom in to explore neighborhoods, find landmarks, and plan your itinerary.
Click on the map to explore. Use street view to virtually walk around before your trip!
Insider Travel Tips
These are the things we wish we knew before our first visit—straight from our experience and conversations with locals:
Beat the Crowds
Visit souks and major sights early or in the evening when it's cooler.
Money Saving Secret
Eat at local cafés and avoid only hotel restaurants. Haggle in souks; pay in local currency where possible.
Learn Key Phrases
Basic Arabic greetings and "thank you" are appreciated. English is common in tourist areas.
Best Time to Visit
October–April is comfortable; summer is very hot. Shoulder months offer good value.
What to Expect in Iran
From our travels and feedback from fellow travelers, here's what you can realistically expect:
Cultural Richness
Ancient sites, souks, and modern cities. Strong hospitality tradition.
Value for Money
Gulf countries are expensive; Jordan and others offer better value. Haggle and eat local.
Safety & Comfort
Generally safe in main tourist areas. Check travel advice; infrastructure is good in developed areas.
Photography Opportunities
Stunning architecture and landscapes. Desert and old towns are very photogenic.
Realistic Budget Planning
Based on our experience and current pricing, here's what daily costs actually look like in Iran:
Typical Cost Breakdown (Mid-Range Traveler)
Best Time to Visit
Peak Season
Comfortable temperatures; peak for tourism. Book accommodation and tours ahead.
Shoulder Season
Warm but manageable. Good value and fewer crowds than peak winter.
Off Season
Very hot. Cheapest; best for indoor attractions and early-morning outings.