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

Qazvin Province #9 destination in Iran 2023. The average rating score is 4.57 based on 853 traveler reviews, of 36 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Tehran, current date and time: Saturday, May 11, 2024, 15:33.

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General weather summary in May

75°F - 49°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Mildly cool with a gentle breeze

Feels like

19%

Chance of rain

49.0 millimeters

Amount

10.2 mph

Wind speed

58%

Humidity

14.1

Daylight length

6:04 AM

Sunrise

8:08 PM

Sunset

66%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (30)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Gate of Alamut (94 reviews)
- Fabulous / einfach toll !!!
Saturday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours

Just fabulous!! We can totally recommend this Tour. We had a 3-days trip through the alamut valley and enjoyed it to the fullest. We slept in villagehouses and ate selfmade regional food with the lovely and interesting people living there. All in all I can tell that the time in the alamut mountain was filled with lovely views over mountains, small villages, adventures, lovely and openminded people and great experiences! Hosein also showed us the alamut castle and he explained the history in fluent english to us so it was easy to understand :) we had a really nice time - thank you for everything!! Greetings from Germany :) See more..
5.0 Alamut Eagle Tours (59 reviews)
- Alamut a charming area
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

Alamut was more that What I expected and Farzad and his driver could help me visit explore more that What I surfed on internet! follow his tips for your alamut trip See more..
5.0 Alamut Trip (58 reviews)
- One of best experiences ever
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Multi-day Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

Mr. Pegah is one of the best tour guide I have the lucky to meet. We were a group of 5 girls traveling alone and were looking for a friendly and trustworthy guide in the Valley. Mr. Pegah and his family welcomed us at their home and prepared a wonderful 2 days tour we will never forget. I absolutely recommend him. See more..
5.0 Alamut Voyage (44 reviews)
- Beautiful hike and tour through the Alamut valley and mountains
Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours

In September we visited Iran for about 2.5 weeks. From Teheran we took a bus to Qazvin and were honoured to stay at the houses of Iranian people after they invited us during our bus trip. Via Trip Advisor we came across Youssef as a potential taxi ride to take us to the mountains where we did a two day trip including a stay in a small village with only locals and no English. Youssef brought us there and picked us up the next day. Youssef is a local who lives in the mountains, knows all the stories and all the people and gave us a beautiful Iranian experience, with breathtaking views. We felt very comfortable and safe with him and he is a very nice person with as many impressive stories if you would like. See more..
5.0 Visit Alamut (39 reviews)
- An absolutely reccomendable experience
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historical & Heritage Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

I spent 3 days in the Alamut valley on the 3rd week of september. I homestayed and trekked the three of the days. Fayyez, with his easy and smart talk has been more a friend than a guide. Having the chance of staying with locals is the best experience I’ve had in Iran so far. Their uninterested kindness and hospitality has been remarkable. An absolutely reccomendable experience to anyone in serch of the tranquility, peace and beauty of rural Iran. See more..
5.0 Alamut Daily Tours (22 reviews)
- A day full of fun
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM City Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours

We had with vahid the best daytrip in iran! We would highly recommend to everyone to go to alamut valley with him. he is a fantastic guide, showed us so many beautiful places and gave us a lot of information about the valley, the castle, history and iran. For our further trip he gave us lots of recommendations and phonenumbers of friends. Without hesitating we would book immediately an other tour with vahid. See more..
5.0 Alamut Tourism Club (15 reviews)
- Excellent experience with a cool leader
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Eco Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips

I did a day trip to Alamut and the Genie Canyon with Amir (hi Fatimah!). Amir is friendly, funny, knowledgeable about the area and history and importantly, a safe driver. He showed me parts of the area I wouldn't be able to experience in my own and I am truly grateful for the day he gave me Highly recommend! See more..
5.0 Alamut Canyon Walk (14 reviews)
- Beautiful and unique canyon - a must see
Spent More than 3 hours Canyons

I was pleasantly surprised by this canyon. I stopped here with my guide on the way to Alamut Castle and had a picnic to enjoy the views. The canyon is impressive with high and unique walls which were once under the Caspian Sea. A must see when in Iran. See more..
5.0 A Taste of Iran (11 reviews)
- Amazing scenery and a MUST-see attraction
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM City Tours • Sightseeing Tours

Alamut is one of the places you must see when you travel to Qazvin. The scenery and nature are beautiful and it's a good place for hiking and trekking. I recommend you go there with a speaking-English guide to get the most of it. There are also local houses if you are interested in staying the night and enjoy a local life and food. See more..
5.0 Alamut Local Guide (9 reviews)
- Amazing hike with Rasoul from Alamut Valley to the Caspian Sea!
Climbing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours

We did a 3-day hiking tour with Rasoul and a mule from Alamut Valley to the Caspian Sea. We got picked up in Qazvin, had breakfast at his home and then drove to the last village where the hike started. We can really recommend Rasoul as a guide because he's really experienced, listens to your needs and takes care of everything and even has hiking gear if you need it. But most importantly, he's a lot of fun and you will have amazing experience when hiking with Rasoul. See more..
5.0 Alamut Valley (7 reviews)
- A place for all tacts
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Valleys

It's a wonderful valley among Alborz range with magic view of nature and historical places and peoples Whit old and traditional culture . Alborz range (from north west to north east of Iran) have many beautiful mountain roues for trekking and biking.if you go there certainly visit Hassan sabah castle, Ovan lake, Labsar castle,Andaj wall and pichebon carvanserai. See more..
5.0 KAJ Game Center (1 review)
- A friendly game centre runs with professional gamers!
Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

If you're looking for a friendly place to play computer games, Xbox or PlayStation, experience the world of VR, talk about the latest game news, discuss and get game-tips, if you are looking for a place for your children with age-restrict games to play under your control etc. try Kaj Game centre. All staff are friendly, well professional and you can communicate with them in English. See more..
5.0 The Grand Hotel (1 review)
- The Grand Hotel
Historic Sites

This hotel is one of the oldest hotels in Iran and is one of the first hotels to be built in Europe with European style. Many important historical events have been planned at the hotel, and the hotel has seen many important figures; the Grand Hotel was the location of the British ambassadors and the British Command and the coup d'etat of Reza Shah was closed. The Grand Hotel is under reconstruction these days and is likely to re-use the hotel soon. See more..
5.0 Alamut Trip (58 reviews)
- One of best experiences ever
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Multi-day Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

Mr. Pegah is one of the best tour guide I have the lucky to meet. We were a group of 5 girls traveling alone and were looking for a friendly and trustworthy guide in the Valley. Mr. Pegah and his family welcomed us at their home and prepared a wonderful 2 days tour we will never forget. I absolutely recommend him. See more..
4.5 Caravanserai of Sa'd al-Saltaneh (83 reviews)
- Sad Al Saltaneh Inn!
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings

Sad Al Saltaneh Inn in the hustle and bustle of the Qazvin traditional Bazaar! Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai was built during the Qajar Dynasty by the rule of Nasereddin Shah (who ruled from 1848 to 1896), and is the largest urban caravanserai in Iran. The caravanserai is located right next to the bazaar of Qazvin and is 6,000 ㎡ big with a square foundation. The complex consists of 7 yards, a bazaar, and a dedicated bathhouse. The calm and covered bazaar of this complex is full of small shops offering jewelry, handicrafts, carpets, paintings, and ceramics as well as cafes and restaurants in a relaxing atmosphere. See more..
4.5 Alamut Castle (78 reviews)
- Magnificent and Breathtaking
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

Alamut castle is a monument of a special historical period. This castle has sometimes been used as the prison and exile, and in another time it was the base for the oppositions of the central government. Magnificent landscapes and beautiful nature, in combination with mysterious details of castle, creates a memorable and not forgettable trip. I suggest to stay at least one night in the local Eco-lodge in the area. See more..
4.5 Aminiha Hosseiniyeh (48 reviews)
- a beautiful luxurious house in Qazvin
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Aminiha House and Hosseiniyeh is a beautiful luxurious house in Qazvin which was built in the west of Dezej River by Haj Mohammad Reza Amini, one of wealthy merchants of Qazvin. Later, the river was replaced by Molavi Street in Pahlavi dynasty. Aminiha Hosseiniyeh is a shining example of traditional houses. Today, four yards and various parts have remained on the ground floor and in the basement. The house belongs to Haj Mohammad Reza Amini, a reputable merchant, and a part of it was devoted to Hosseiniyeh in 1275 AH (1858 AD). See more..
4.5 Imamzadeh Shahzadeh Hossein (17 reviews)
- Gorgeous
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

In my opinion the most beautiful religious place to visit in Qazvin. Both big in size and beautifully crafted, this mausoleum is impressive in every aspect. It is fairly busy with locals as well. See more..
4.5 Kharraqan Towers (2 reviews)
- Historical tombs
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Architectural Buildings

This is an octagonal brick tower from Saljogi ear.it was built in 1000 years ago.it is a little far from Qazvin and is good for people who love architectural art and brick art.but if you love nature, we have a beautiful cave and healthy hot spring near there that you can see. See more..
4.5 Kharraqan Towers (2 reviews)
- Historical tombs
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Architectural Buildings

This is an octagonal brick tower from Saljogi ear.it was built in 1000 years ago.it is a little far from Qazvin and is good for people who love architectural art and brick art.but if you love nature, we have a beautiful cave and healthy hot spring near there that you can see. See more..
4.0 Bist Sotoun (45 reviews)
- Chehel sotun
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Speciality Museums

Correct name of this place is Chehel sotun or Kolah farangi.this place is of the royal structure belonging to the Safavid epoch in 490 years ago.when Qazvin was Iran's capital . See more..
4.0 Jameh Mosque of Qazvin (43 reviews)
- Magic place
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

This is one the oldest and unprecedented mosque in Iran which is the manifestation of architectural and artistic styles of different eras .the mosque has been built on a fire temple in 1250 years ago. You can see beautiful art in all over the place and relaxing in this atmosphere is an experience that you don't have again. See more..
4.0 Qajar Bathhouse & Anthropology Museum (33 reviews)
- Qajar bathroom (Museum of Anthropology)
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Speciality Museums

Qajar bathroom (Museum of Anthropology) Qajar bathroom monuments of Safavid period, which has now been converted into the Museum of Anthropology. Bath with a few simple steps to entrance vestibule and then reaches a circulation sarbineh. Great sarbineh bath has an octagonal plan and each side has a king's consort and arcades. A beautiful pond in the middle is sarbineh. There is a space between sarbineh and oven, stove with a central space is limited and the number of lateral space. Tile and bathroom decorations include arches are formal. See more..
4.0 Cantor Church (33 reviews)
- Cantor church
Churches & Cathedrals

It was great. Architecture of the church is a solitaire in that district. It has a small yard and is next to a very beautiful park. I live in Qazvin near there and I went to get an ID card to my new born son which was exactly next to the Cantor Church. I’m a tour guide and don’t forget to contact me visiting Qazvin Province. WhatsApp 00989192864473 See more..
4.0 Ovan Lake (23 reviews)
- Beautiful Evan Lake
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water

Evan lake is a small and beautiful lake that is located in Alamut region of Qazvin province(North East of Qazvin). It has a dangerous road but its worth to go and get rest near the lake. See more..
4.0 Qazvin Gateway (23 reviews)
- Qazvin is connection cross of Iran
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Qazvin has been fortified with internal and external gate since early it has an unprecedent phenomenon in Iran . they were nine gates round the city in Qajar era. nowadays there remain only two gates:Kooshk and Tehran.you can see tiling art and architectural art in there. See more..
4.0 Tomb Hamdullah Mostofi (14 reviews)
- A tomb that start with square and end with circle
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Hamdollah Mostofi was historian and writer that borned in 760 years ago and the author of selected history "Nehzatolgholob and Zafarnameh" belong to Mongolian era. Qazvin's people call there :gonbad deraz (long dome). Base of this tomb is square and in top of tomb we have a circle. It was a mericel in architectural knowledge in that era. See more..
4.0 Sepah Avenue (11 reviews)
- It's not first Street :)
Points of Interest & Landmarks

One of most historical and beautiful Street in Iran that situated in heart of historical part of city. jameh mosque and Ali qapu gate and two cisterns are in this Street and it's too close to carvanserai of Sa'd Al Saltane and Bazar (for shipping) and good restaurants and cafe.some people say it's first Street in Iran but that's wrong. it's first pass that called khiyaban (Street) in Safavid era (khiyaban was name of a famous pass in Afghanistan). this Street is long and clear , in night when lights are on looks great. it's good choice for walking. See more..
4.0 Ali Qapu Gate (8 reviews)
- Interesting view from balcony
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Well I have to say the first time I went to Isfahan, I didn't really care about these places since I thought they were old and crowded. Anyhow, this time I had a fine Camera, so I took it seriously and visited Ali Qapu along other mosques in Naghshe-Jahan square. It was Fantastic!!! The walls were covered with beautiful paintings to the top and the view from balcony was what I loved the most. See more..
4.0 Qanadi Parastoo (5 reviews)
- Best paderazi
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

One of the famous traditional sweets in qazvin is Paderazi and parastoo is the best confectionery that can bake it... parastoo's paderazi is very delicious ,like it's other kinds of sweets.i really like it See more..