About Baghdad
Baghdad is the capital of Iraq, home to around 7,216,000 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Baghdad
1
Mustansiriya Madrasah
2
Qushla building
3
Baghdad Zoo
4
Khan Murjan
5
Firdos Square
6
National Museum of Iraq
7
Baghdadi Museum
8
National Museum of Modern Art
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Mustansiriya Madrasah
- Visit Qushla building
- Visit Baghdad Zoo
- Eat at Saj Alreef Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Khan Murjan
- Visit Firdos Square
- Visit National Museum of Iraq
- Eat at Barley Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Baghdadi Museum
- Visit National Museum of Modern Art
- Visit Iraqi National Theatre
- Eat at Samad Restaurant
Where to eat
Saj Alreef Restaurant
Barley Restaurant
Samad Restaurant
Jadiriyah Floating Restaurant
Oyoon Baghdad Restaurant
La Vinto
Where to stay
- Baghdad International Airport Hotel
- Inter Hotel
- Babylon Rotana Baghdad Hotel
- Coral Baghdad Hotel
- Cristal Grand Ishtar Hotel
Shopping
- Baghdad Mall
Nightlife
- Shahbandar Café
Museums & culture
- National Museum of Iraq
- Baghdadi Museum
- National Museum of Modern Art
In pictures
Baghdad gallery
Keep exploring
