What are the best things to do in Mosul?
Top picks in Mosul include Great Mosque of al-Nuri, Mujahidi Mosque, Mosul Grand Mosque, Mausoleum of Yahya Abu al-Qasim. See the full list and itinerary on this Mosul travel guide.
Photo: © 2013 Younus Alhamdani · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Mosul
Travel guide for Mosul, Iraq — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Mosul is a stop in Iraq, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Great Mosque of al-Nuri, Mujahidi Mosque, Mosul Grand Mosque instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 55–150 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Mosul
1
Great Mosque of al-Nuri
2
Mujahidi Mosque
3
Mosul Grand Mosque
4
Mausoleum of Yahya Abu al-Qasim
5
Mosque of the Prophet Yunus
6
Al-Raabiya Mosque
7
Church of St. Thomas
Budget travel
Free things to do in Mosul
Great Mosque of al-Nuri
Mujahidi Mosque
Mosul Grand Mosque
Mosque of the Prophet Yunus
Al-Raabiya Mosque
Church of St. Thomas
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Mosul itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Mosque of al-Nuri
- Visit Mujahidi Mosque
- Visit Mosul Grand Mosque
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Mausoleum of Yahya Abu al-Qasim
- Visit Mosque of the Prophet Yunus
- Visit Al-Raabiya Mosque
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Church of St. Thomas
Budget
Mosul trip cost
Budget
USD 25–45
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 55–150
per person / day
Luxury
USD 175–285+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Mosul, Iraq. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Mosul
Estimated total (USD)
$2,250
≈ $1,125 per person · $321 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $100/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Mosul mid-range ground costs (budget 25–45 · mid 55–150 · luxury 175–285+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Al Habda Tourist Hotel
Resort-style hotel along the river Tigris.
Al Sultan Palace Hotel
One of few hotels that is open near the city centre.
Al Safir Hotel
Hotel near the old city. 25K IQD per night as of October 2022. Fairly basic rooms with small bathrooms (squat toilet, no separate shower) bu
Museums & culture
- Great Mosque of al-Nuri
- Mujahidi Mosque
- Mosul Grand Mosque
- Mosque of the Prophet Yunus
- Al-Raabiya Mosque
- Church of St. Thomas
In pictures
Mosul gallery
Photos: © 2013 Younus Alhamdani, Ali.tinbo, Levi Clancy, Abdulsalam Al Dabbagh — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Mosul travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Mosul?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Mosul?
Plan at least 3 days in Mosul for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Mosul?
Popular stays in Mosul include Al Habda Tourist Hotel, Al Sultan Palace Hotel, Al Safir Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Mosul cost?
On the ground in Mosul (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 25–45 per person per day, mid-range about 55–150, and luxury about 175–285+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Mosul, Iraq. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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