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

Khuzestan Province #12 destination in Iran 2023. The average rating score is 4.31 based on 537 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Tehran, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 4:02.

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5.0 Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System (128 reviews)
- An instructive historical monument
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Historic Sites

The Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System demonstrates outstanding universal values as in its present form; it dates from the 3rd century CE. The view of the historic mills is breathtaking and very enjoyable. Part of the western wall of the stairs has collapsed and it is not possible to visit all the grounds. One of the negative points was the volume of garbage in the water, which reduces the pleasure of visiting. The best season to visit is mid-autumn to late winter and lasts about half an hour مجموعه آسیاب های تاریخی شوشتر مربوط به قرن سوم میلادی است. منظره آسیاب های تاریخی نفس گیر و بسیار لذت بخش است. قسمتی از دیوار غربی پلکان فرو ریخته و امکان بازدید از تمامی محوطه ها وجود ندارد. یکی از نکات منفی حجم زباله در آب بود که لذت بازدید را کاهش می دهد. بهترین فصل برای بازدید از اواسط پاییز تا پایان زمستان است و حدود نیم ساعت طول می کشد See more..
5.0 Band-e Mizan (5 reviews)
- structures of the Sasanian period
Spent < 1 hour Dams

The mizan band is one of the most important monuments in the historical monument of Shushtar and is one of the structures of the Sasanian period in Shushtar. See more..
5.0 Kool Farah (1 review)
- Elamite ritual complex of 6 petroglyphs and a temple complex
Spent 1-2 hours Ancient Ruins

One of the most important Elamite sites in Iran. The reliefs here are in generally good condition, and easy to get around. The reliefs depict Elamite with their courtiers, hunting scenes, animal sacrifice, and the progress of a king or a god's statue being borne along. we were there about 10.30 in the morning when the bright light made it difficult to see dome of the relief details, but that did not spoil our enjoyment. Well-worth seeing. We were also fortunate to have the reliefs explained to us by the shepherd who brought attention to them in the mid C20th See more..
5.0 Kool Khersoon Valley (1 review)
- Kool Khersoon, Dezful's Ghost Valley or Ashkoft zarde
Valleys

The Kool Khersoon valley is more than 200 meters deep and its walls are covered with Siavoshan herbs and waterfalls and beautifully watered canyons. The entrance to Kool Khersoon is covered with trees (Cedar) and palm trees, and the massive gravestones and grapevine trees and wildlife figs have made Kool Khersoon look like strange valleys of films. By entering Kool Khersoon, you will only see the corners of the sky, because the walls of this valley are very close to each other. Sometimes your eyes fall into the rocks and trunks of trees that have been displaced by the flood and brought into the valley, but this is not all. When you look at the top of your head, you will notice a number of them due to the stench of the valley at the top Your head is stuck. The total of these works creates an irresistible atmosphere that increases adrenal blood and gives you an unforgettable experience of excitement. See more..
5.0 Shevi Waterfall (1 review)
- Shevi Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iran and is considered to be one of the most unique waterfall
Waterfalls

Mountain views, pristine scenery and spectacular views are on the way to this cascade, which will double the attractiveness of your trip. This waterfall emanates from the inside of the cave and, after it comes out, flows down from high cliffs. The water of this waterfall runs through a distance from the plains and mountains and ultimately enters the lake of the Dez Dam in Khuzestan province. Depending on how you approach the waterfall, you will see different landscapes. From the lush valleys to the small waterfalls that accompany you with the whisper of water, all of you give fresh impetus to your soul and get tired of your tone. This waterfall is located at the beginning of Khuzestan province, so the warm climate is waiting for you so it is best to visit it from mid March to late April because it has a disturbing weather during the hot months of the summer and in the months Winter is also colder due to its mountainous climate and its climate from other article by iranhikers.com See more..
5.0 Shevi Waterfall (1 review)
- Shevi Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iran and is considered to be one of the most unique waterfall
Waterfalls

Mountain views, pristine scenery and spectacular views are on the way to this cascade, which will double the attractiveness of your trip. This waterfall emanates from the inside of the cave and, after it comes out, flows down from high cliffs. The water of this waterfall runs through a distance from the plains and mountains and ultimately enters the lake of the Dez Dam in Khuzestan province. Depending on how you approach the waterfall, you will see different landscapes. From the lush valleys to the small waterfalls that accompany you with the whisper of water, all of you give fresh impetus to your soul and get tired of your tone. This waterfall is located at the beginning of Khuzestan province, so the warm climate is waiting for you so it is best to visit it from mid March to late April because it has a disturbing weather during the hot months of the summer and in the months Winter is also colder due to its mountainous climate and its climate from other article by iranhikers.com See more..
4.5 Tchogha Zanbil (89 reviews)
- A mysterious Temple...
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Ancient Ruins

The massive temple, palaces and walls are the best surviving remains of the ancient Kingdom of Elam. See more..
4.5 White Bridge (19 reviews)
- White Bridge
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges

Its second bridge of ahvaz on Karoon river and its the element of the city. The combination of Migrating birds, Sunset, walking, taking photos are very lovely here See more..
4.5 Old Bridge of Dezful (16 reviews)
- Amazing City, you will remember the water
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bridges

What I loved most about my trip to Iran was traveling through Khuzestan...and Dezful was the highlight of my trip. the atmosphere of the city built around the river Dez is simply amazing, you can sit around the water in the evenings and enjoy your time. The people are extremely hospitable and my god, their food! it's extremely delicious! we headed to the city after camping around in the amazing nature of Khuzestan and decided to have street felafel first thing and it was the best felafels we've ever had. Amazing city and best people. definitely recommended. See more..
4.5 Abadan Museum (7 reviews)
- worthy museum
Speciality Museums

Abadan museum is a nice and worthy place that shows Abadan and Khouzestan state's ancient history. it is locating in North Bovarde beside of Naft (oil) university. Abadan museum was built in 1961 by Ali Honibal and it has a nice architecture and cone roof like Daniel Profit in Shush Building. See more..
4.5 Dezful Water Mills (2 reviews)
- The ancient side of Dez lives
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

very glorious. embellished with the peaceful sound of water hitting to the rocks and parts of the mills. people swim here though I didn't see any pic allowing them to do ! See more..
4.0 Karun River (34 reviews)
- Fantastic river bigger than Danube river
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks

It’s reasly very beautiful river especially at night you can rider a boat over that or walking along its shore Also there are so many bridges over it You can see so many seagulls around it Unfortunately you can see some garbage floating over it See more..
4.0 Archaeological Site of Shush (34 reviews)
- Amazing
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

According to one of the guides, France has been exploring for 70 years, and all these wonders have been discovered and are still 500 years old, alas See more..
4.0 Apadana Castle Shush (30 reviews)
- Spectacular place
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

This Spectacular incredible ancient city takes you back in time , specially if visited in end of March and April , the beautiful green hills around with this architecture palace and reminds you of Great emperors of the very past 4000-5000 years ago . See more..
4.0 Ali-ibn-Mahziar bridge (29 reviews)
- Mahrzyar
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges

Bridge Ben Mhrzyar, near the mosque, Ali bin Mhrzyar begins, of course, there are two bridges, one of the two train bridges and the other for the car. The width of the bridge over the Karun River and is on the opposite side. After seeing the bridge is also great to see Ali bin Mhrzyar See more..
4.0 Nature Bridge (22 reviews)
- Enjoy the walk!
Spent < 1 hour Bridges

Many good memories here. Went there with a couple of my friends in winter, the weather was awesome and the river was beautiful. A good place to take a walk, enjoy the river view and take pictures. I will definitely go there again on my next trip to Ahvaz. See more..
4.0 Shush Castle (22 reviews)
- Very nice castle, totally renovated
Castles

Very nice castle, as part of the whole archeological site in Shush. Go in the afternoon/sunset to enjoy the best views. See more..
4.0 Band-e Kaisar (21 reviews)
- My best one
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Bridges

I like shushtar,wvwry thing was good . Shushtar hotel, bazaar, this old bridge and all things . I hope come again. See more..
4.0 Christians Catholic Church (3 reviews)
- You need someone to go with.
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

Inorder to enter the church, you need someone who knows the owner so that he could let you in. Last time i was there was about two months ago and i knew some people who managed to get me inside to take some pictures and see the place, it was so beatiful, I loved it. See more..
4.0 Abadan Oil Museums (2 reviews)
- An interesting museum... provided you speak Persian
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

This excellent museum provides an extensive understanding of the history of oil in the region as well as of the extraction process. Unfortunately all explanations are in Farsi -would it be that difficult to translate them in English? See more..
4.0 Tiznoo House (2 reviews)
- tiznoo house
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

The old texture of Dezful is made up of houses and brick buildings, regardless of the shape and size of a particular identity. A brick identity with a specific architecture of the Dezful region, a city with a brick language. The historic Tiszno House is numbered 2573 in the National Iranian Art Series and is one of the largest and most beautiful houses in the Qala neighborhood, located on the eastern side of the main square of the neighborhood. The main structure of the house belongs to the Safavid period, which has seen changes in the Qajar and early Pahlavi era. Currently, the office of the National Commission for UNESCO in Iran is active in this house and is one of the most valuable historical attractions of the northern province of Khuzestan and is considered as the authentic Persian architectural monuments. See more..
4.0 Tomb of Yaghub Leys Safari (2 reviews)
- A commander but just in history !!
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

Poor Yaghub Leys whose tomb just lets u feel pity for this man!! Somehow a run-down area in an ancient side of Dezful. The gravestone stolen and the building rebuilt too ridiculously as if that's in order not to attract the tourists !! See more..
3.5 Tomb of Daniel (43 reviews)
- The bible comes alive
Spent More than 3 hours Religious Sites

The tomb of Daniel is not imposing from the outside, but is awesome once entering. There are mirrors reflecting light everywhere. It is a peaceful but imposing sight. Men and women must go into separate (but equal) entrances. See more..
3.5 Haft Tepe (15 reviews)
- Elamite ruins
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

You can opt to visit just the outside. The museum is rather small, and though, it displays and explains some of the stuff, is not essential, on my opinion. The best way to visit this site is combine it with Haft Tapeh, Shush and Shushtar. You should have Shush/Shushtar as the original and final destinations, and get a taxi with waiting time, that will cost around 1.2 Million Rials. See more..
3.5 Fischmarkt und Fischereihafen Abadan (3 reviews)
- A great place to see the diversity of fish
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks

This interesting fish market offers a great opportunity to see the extensive diversity of fish of the region. Salesmen are particularly friendly. Street restaurants around the bazaar offer fresh fish. A must see in Abadan. See more..
3.5 Mapar House (3 reviews)
- Beautiful old house
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites

eating breakfast in the yard of the house or in its roof alongside its beautiful tall trees are amazing See more..
3.5 Haft Tepe (15 reviews)
- Elamite ruins
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

You can opt to visit just the outside. The museum is rather small, and though, it displays and explains some of the stuff, is not essential, on my opinion. The best way to visit this site is combine it with Haft Tapeh, Shush and Shushtar. You should have Shush/Shushtar as the original and final destinations, and get a taxi with waiting time, that will cost around 1.2 Million Rials. See more..
3.0 Dez Dam (2 reviews)
- Dez dam
Dams

There is in south west of iran. It is a antion land near the beautiful dezful city. If you can you have to visit that befor die See more..
3.0 Eshkaft-e Salman (1 review)
- Very average Elamite reliefs
Spent < 1 hour Ancient Ruins • Caverns & Caves
There are 4 reliefs here dating to the C12th bce Elamite period None are in particularly good condition, having been eroded. Two are situated within a sacred cave, and two outside it. One bears a 36-line inscription by one Hanni, and was added at a later date. Some coarse steps lead up to a ruined building which our guide thought might be a mosque. See more..
3.0 Eshkaft-e Salman (1 review)
- Very average Elamite reliefs
Spent < 1 hour Ancient Ruins • Caverns & Caves
There are 4 reliefs here dating to the C12th bce Elamite period None are in particularly good condition, having been eroded. Two are situated within a sacred cave, and two outside it. One bears a 36-line inscription by one Hanni, and was added at a later date. Some coarse steps lead up to a ruined building which our guide thought might be a mosque. See more..