Things to do & places to visit in Isfahan Province, Iran

Isfahan Province #1 destination in Iran 2023. The average rating score is 4.58 based on 14.8k traveler reviews, of 101 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Tehran, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 10:45.

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Top things to do (30)

• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Observation Decks & Towers
• Religious Sites
• Literary, Art & Music Tours
• Playgrounds
• Castles
• City Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Flea & Street Markets
• Private Tours
• Churches & Cathedrals
• Art Museums
• Art Galleries
• Parks
• Photography Tours
• Historic Walking Areas
• Ancient Ruins
• Speciality Museums
• Monuments & Statues
• Bodies of Water
• Mountains
• Architectural Buildings
• Multi-day Tours
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Historic Sites
• Deserts
• Safaris
• Bridges
• Shopping Malls
• Gardens

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

1. 5.0 Naqsh-e Jahan Square (2.181 reviews)
   - Beautiful
   Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas • Monuments & Statues
   
   
   Probably the main attraction in a very beautiful city Isfahan Square is truly beautiful. It should be viewed at different times of day and night. It is particularly wonderful at night time, but there is really no bad time to visit the square and to relax and watch half the world go by. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (811 reviews)
   - One of the most well-known historical mosques
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Religious Sites
   
   
   The Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque was built in the seventeenth century during the Safavid period. One of the most well-known historical mosques in the city of Isfahan is on the eastern side of Naghsh Jahan Square. This mosque is a masterpiece of architecture and tiling built in that period. This mosque is located on the west side of the square and opposite The Ali Ghapou Palace and hosts many tourists every day. The mosque tiles are one of the most beautiful tile works of Iran. You can visit the King's Bath, the Qeysarie Gate, and several other tourist attractions near it. The ticket price per person is 200,000 RLS. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Isfahan Music Museum (698 reviews)
   - Local music at it’s finest
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums
   
   
   Short commented museum tour to introduce us to (not only) local musical instruments was a nice starter. After that, we witnessed a wonderful performance of young group of musicians. Could not ask for better way to get in touch with local music, played on traditional instruments. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Isfahan Seashell Museum (258 reviews)
   - A beautiful collection of seashells
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
   
   
   if you enjoy watching the seashells and discover the underwater world, I suggest you to visit this small museum. I really enjoyed watching these seashells that were maintained well. Also, I bought a small turtle made with seashells. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Iran Free Tours (216 reviews)
   - Excellent agency, highly recommended!
   Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Literary, Art & Music Tours • Private Tours
   
   
   After our visit to Iran in 2019, we made use of Iran FreeTour (Fatima & Mostafa) for the second time. We can not emphasize enough the appreciation we have for the services they provide. In 2019 we did the ‘classical’ tour, this time we travelled around the North and Northwest of Iran. Both times everything was perfectly organized. Private transport between cities, excellent places to stay and friendly and reliable guides who do everything to make you feel at home and have a good time. They can arrange it all. Fatima is daily in contact and you can always app or call her with any questions. There is always talk about Iran being dangerous and not safe. Speaking from own experience, we can tell we never found ourselves more welcome and safe then with the kind and hospitable people of Iran. If you consider a trip to this wonderful and beautiful country, we highly, highly recommend the services of Fatima & Mostafa. We will return for sure. See more..
   
6. 5.0 Varzaneh Desert (125 reviews)
   - Big dunes
   Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Deserts
   
   
   Varzaneh is an amazing place to experience the desert. close to Varzaneh desert, you can also see the salt lake. The best time to go to see desert is like an hour before sunset so you can spend adecent time before sunset there and watch the sunset. See more..
   
7. 5.0 Puppet & Toy Museum (66 reviews)
   - Worth going to see
   Sunday: 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
   
   
   A museum and a traditional guesthouse all in one Qajar era building in Kashan historical houses district. When you set your foot in the upper floor yard, you can find seven rooms around yourself. You just need to stay a night to experience a whole different world of puppets, dolls and toys...It flies your imagination into your childhood and you can feel the rare joy of games and plays.. The guesthouse includes: -5 private rooms (2 with private bathrooms) -2 dorms (mixed and female) -Breakfast -Traditional Lounge in the yard During your stay in the Puppet and Toy Museum Guesthouse, you can participate in our cultural and folkloric events such as: -Plays: Iran Traditional Puppet Show, Ritual Dolls Ceremonies Performance, Iran Traditional Music, Iran Folkloric Performances and etc. -Workshops of Toys and Dolls making, Traditional Games and etc. -Open Talks about Puppets, Dolls, Toys, Folklore, Childhood and etc. “Puppets, Dolls, Toys and us are looking forward to see you really soon” See more..
   
8. 5.0 Alians Tours (48 reviews)
   - It was a great trip!
   City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Private Tours • Photography Tours
   
   
   11 days with my brother and Ali we travel in Iran. Ali shows to us Iran as is. Beautiful architecture, great nature, tasty food in special restaraunts, kind local people. He made best tour for our request: most interesing places, car, good hotels, many infromation about historical plases. And you must know, that he is a great singer. One of the strongest emotion, when you sitting on sand dune, looking for sunset and Ali sings like an iranian superstar. He have a perefect English and knows many lifehacks of lockal life. Strongly reccomend Ali! See more..
   
9. 5.0 Fotowat Miniaturist (42 reviews)
   - Excellent Drawings for my 5 Cats
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM Art Galleries
   
   
   We were introduced by our local Iran local guide to visit this shop. We were amazed by their miniature drawings and have decided to order drawings of our 5 cats. We have limited staying time in Ishafan and the owner (and his family) was able to complete all 3 drawings within a day. After we left Isfahan, we decided to order another one for our 5th cat ((who has passed away to Rainbow Bridge already). The owner himself finished it in a day and drove to deliver it on hand while we were on the way to other city. Very good customer service and very beautiful drawings . Will recommend to all tourists to visit, and you won't regret to get at least one back home. Best Regards Steven See more..
   
10. 5.0 Varzaneh Night Sky Tour (41 reviews)
    - Desert at nighttime
    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Hiking & Camping Tours
    
    
    We are very glad that we did the desert tour with Hamid. Besides the very simple but excellent food, a wild ride on a camel and a squad, we could enjoy the sunset between the sand dunes and learn new things about the starry sky and the universe. The communication with Hamid was very easy and transparent. His calm, very interested nature makes you feel at ease. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the wonderful time with you, Hamid. Sincerely, Max and Morgane See more..
    
11. 5.0 Safavi House (24 reviews)
    - Nice
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
    
    
    I would advise you to visit this place. Beautiful space Magnificent architecture Good reception Attractive events See more..
    
12. 4.5 Si O Se Pol Bridge (1.003 reviews)
    - the most famous bridge of Isfahan
    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bridges
    
    
    Si-o-Se-Pol, also known as Allahverdi Khan Bridge, is one of the eleven Isfahan bridges, crossing Zayandehrud River. It is the most famous bridge of Isfahan due to its size, central location, and prominent architecture. The bridge is a center of city nightlife that attracts both Iranians and foreign tourists. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Khaju Bridge (958 reviews)
    - One of the finest bridges in Isfahan
    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bridges
    
    
    the Khaju Bridge is noted for its beautiful architecture and tilework. Built upon the order of the Safavid king Shah Abbas II (1632-1666), the bridge, which also functioned as a weir and regulated the flow of the river, has 24 arches and is 133 meters long and 12 meters wide. It is said that quicklime and egg whites were used as mortar in the construction of this bridge. There are octagonal pavilions in the center of the bridge where nobles once sat to watch the river and swimming matches. See more..
    
14. 4.5 Vank Cathedral (880 reviews)
    - beautiful, peacful and mysterious
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums • Religious Sites
    
    
    I live in Isfahan and I have visited this cathedral so many times but every time I feel it's the first time. this Armanian cathedral with the beautiful paintings on the walls inside the main building and ofcourse the museum is worth it to visit so many times. don't miss it. See more..
    
15. 4.5 Ali Qapu Palace (700 reviews)
    - Beautiful architecture and amazing music room
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Castles
    
    
    I love this palace, so beautiful, from the entrance all the painting and the colors are amaaazzinnnggg . The music room is a merveille of architecture . Live music was played int the corners and you could hear the music all around the palace . It is a jewel and a must see . See more..
    
16. 4.5 Jameh Mosque of Isfahan (610 reviews)
    - Jameh Mosque of Isfahan is stunning illustration of the evolution of mosque architecture over twelve centuries
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
    
    
    Located in the historic centre of Isfahan, the Masjed-e Jāmé (‘Friday mosque’) can be seen as a stunning illustration of the evolution of mosque architecture over twelve centuries, starting in ad 841. It is the oldest preserved edifice of its type in Iran and a prototype for later mosque designs throughout Central Asia. The complex, covering more than 20,000 m2, is also the first Islamic building that adapted the four-courtyard layout of Sassanid palaces to Islamic religious architecture. Its double-shelled ribbed domes represent an architectural innovation that inspired builders throughout the region. See more..
    
17. 4.5 Chehel Sotoun (526 reviews)
    - Special story for each painting
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles
    
    
    The palace it self is so beautiful but the main part is the room with paintings. There is great painting belongs to almost 4 and 2 centuries ago but the real attractions is the stroy behind it. Like how iranian get two biggest diamonds in the world! Of which one is in iran and one on uk Queen's Crown!!!! See more..
    
18. 4.5 Shah Mosque (481 reviews)
    - The architecture is beautiful.
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM Religious Sites
    
    
    In the Naghsheh Jahan square , the mosque of the kings ,an amazing architecture, breath taking with amazing bleu tiles .the sound echo here is amazing . The domes and all the ceramic tile design is unbelievable. Dont miss the entrance door too. See more..
    
19. 4.5 Tabatabei House (452 reviews)
    - Tabatabaei's house
    Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
    
    
    Tabatabaei Historical House is one of the most popular attractions of Kashan. Being built in the 19th century, this house is an outstanding reflection of the lifestyle of Kashan wealthy families. Tabatabaei House demonstrates all the typical features of Persian architecture and is a must-see while visiting Kashan. See more..
    
20. 4.5 Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse (374 reviews)
    - must- visit even in the limited schedule
    Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
    
    
    I visited this awesome place in 10 Sep 2020. I enjoyed any part of this Hammam. the mixture of tiles' colors with the awesome paintings and stunning arcs literately makes a man-made paradise on the earth. please note that all this paradise has very normal face from outside ! this type of architecture was very popular to keep away the bandit from the rich families of the city. See more..
    
21. 4.5 Borujerdi House (256 reviews)
    - Nice and quiet
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    It was such a nice experience visiting this historical house with friends You better have a camera with yourself because you can take some nice shots See more..
    
22. 4.5 Abyaneh Village (244 reviews)
    - Pay attention to the doors in Abyaneh!
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    One interesting point about Abyaneh that can attract your attention is the doors! Most of the doors have two knockers; the round-shaped door knockers for females, and the long shaped door knockers for male. These two door knockers have different sounds, it gives a clue to the owner whether a male or a female knocks on the door. As a result, if the house owner is a woman, she will understand the gender of the guest. She will prepare to wear a hijab if a male is behind the door. Also you can see Quranic verses or poems and sometimes names of the owners on top of the doors as a great design. See more..
    
23. 4.5 Abbasian House (239 reviews)
    - Abbasian House
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
    
    
    It is one the 4 famous merchant’s houses in Kashan. It has 2 floors and 2 big yards. It has a unique architecture and it is very beautiful. It has a small café and a traditional restaurant, that they are good. See more..
    
24. 4.5 Agha Bozorg Mosque (238 reviews)
    - Aghabozorg
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Religious Sites
    
    
    A historical mosque in Kashan, Iran. The mosque was built in the late 18th century by master-mimar Ustad Haj Sa'ban-ali, the mosque and theological school (madrasah) is located in the center of Kashan. It was here where Ustad Ali Maryam as a pupil started his career as a brilliant architect. See more..
    
25. 4.5 Maranjab Desert (161 reviews)
    - Beautiful desert and salt lake, spectacular scenery, amazing photo location and great fun offroad driving!
    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Safaris • Deserts
    
    
    Located close to the city of Kashan, Maranjab Desert is a really beautiful desert in Iran. With golden sanddunes, special vegetation and an amazing salt lake! We came here on a private guided tour booked at our hotel Ameriha Boutique Hotel in Kashan. The guide was a really nice guy who took us safely through the desert with his reliable Nissan Patrol 4x4. We also did some really fun offroad in the sanddunes! Really amazing place for photograhpy! We spent apx 5 hours going from our hotel and coming back. Recommended! See more..
    
26. 4.5 Royal Mosque (Masjid-i-Shah) (136 reviews)
    - magnificent mosque
    Religious Sites
    
    
    It is regarded as one of the masterpieces of Iranian architecture and an excellent example of Islamic era architecture of Iran. visiting time: 9 AM-12 PM ** one hour close in praying time** 13 PM-16 PM See more..
    
27. 4.5 Bedkhem Church (94 reviews)
    - Amazing Church
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals
    
    
    Holy Bethlehem Church is from the Safavid period and is located in Isfahan, Jolfa neighborhood. It is one of the few churches open to the public., close to Jolfa Square and the famous Vank Church. Bethlehem was built in the Safavid period in the seventeenth century. The inside walls are beautiful and spectacular and are covered with beautiful paintings. The inside guide explained in most of the paintings, There was the tomb of the founder of the church and his family in the yard. The exterior of the church is brick and much like the arches of the Naqshe Jahan square. The ticket price was 5000 RLS per person. See more..
    
28. 4.5 Varzaneh Salt Lake (72 reviews)
    - HEART OF IRAN IS DRY YET BEATING WITH LIFE
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
    
    
    The salt lake, includes a beautiful salt cover in the form of polygons, salt water puddles, salt mines in an area of 300km squared. The landscape is shiny and white, and a good place to make photos, while at night, you have the advantage of seeing milky way easily in the sky. Sometimes, the horizon gets pink in the time of sunset. See more..
    
29. 4.5 Ameriha House (67 reviews)
    - Great exprience to kashan with a excellent hotel
    Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
    
    
    Hi. I have enjoyed trip to ameriha house. Everythig was great. All staffs were polite and friendly. Breakfast was so delicious with fresh bread. Also lunch in historical hall was excellent exprience. A good thing in here, all hystorical places are near and you can go on foot there. Thanks ameriha manager and nice team. i will comeback to kashan soon, my best choose will be Ameriha. Best wishes M.shokouhi See more..
    
30. 4.5 Sofeh Mountain (61 reviews)
    - City lights
    Spent 2-3 hours Mountains • Parks • Playgrounds
    
    
    To see Isfahan from the top is good to go to sofe mountain. this mountain is located in the city so you don't need to make a big decision to go there. just 1 to 2 hours for a normal hike and 4 hours for going and come back to the top. you can see the whole Isfahan from the top and the best time is 2 hours before sunset so you can see the sunset from the top of the mountain and see city lights after it. See more..