What are the best things to do in Shiraz?
Top picks in Shiraz include Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Jame’e Atigh Mosque, Vakil Mosque, Narenjestan Ghavam museum. See the full list and itinerary on this Shiraz travel guide.
Photo: آرش (Arche) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Why visit Shiraz
Travel guide for Shiraz, Iran — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Shiraz is a stop in Iran, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Jame’e Atigh Mosque, Vakil Mosque instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 30–85 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 Shiraz
1
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
2
Jame’e Atigh Mosque
3
Vakil Mosque
4
Narenjestan Ghavam museum
5
Sayyed Alaeddin Hossein Mosque
6
Delgosha Garden
7
Afif abad Garden
8
Eram Garden
Budget travel
Free things to do in Shiraz
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
Jame’e Atigh Mosque
Vakil Mosque
Sayyed Alaeddin Hossein Mosque
Delgosha Garden
Afif abad Garden
Eram Garden
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Shiraz itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
- Visit Jame’e Atigh Mosque
- Visit Vakil Mosque
- Eat at Haft khan
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Narenjestan Ghavam museum
- Visit Sayyed Alaeddin Hossein Mosque
- Visit Delgosha Garden
- Eat at Shater Abbas
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Afif abad Garden
- Visit Eram Garden
- Visit Jahan Nama Garden
- Eat at Sharzeh Restaurant
Budget
Shiraz trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 30–85
per person / day
Luxury
USD 100–160+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Shiraz, Iran. 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 Shiraz
Estimated total (USD)
$1,760
≈ $880 per person · $251 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $55/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Shiraz mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 30–85 · luxury 100–160+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Haft khan
Buffet and classic restaurant, Iranian and international cuisine.
Shater Abbas
Simple traditional Iranian restaurant with quite average food.
Sharzeh Restaurant
A classic old restaurant located just outside the Vakil bazaar. It is often packed with tourist groups.
Dragon
Chinese food.
Moshit Restaurant
A small restaurant that also serves breakfast: fried eggs, tea, and the famous Ash-e-shiraz.
- $
Persian Dinner
Not a restaurant, but a house that needs to be booked in advance for an Iranian and Shirazian dinner.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Niayesh Boutique Hotel
A new hotel with a nice inner courtyard and an OK restaurant serving standard fare. There is a dormitory, but it only sleeps four (with two
Golha Hotel
Good location. Clean and very cheap. They speak no English, though. No breakfast.
Darya Hotel
Clean.
Apadana Hotel
Aryo-Barzan Hotel
Shopping
- Aftab Fars Shopping Centre
- Hafez Shopping Centre
- Persian Gulf Complex
- Sina Shopping Centre
- Zaytoon Shopping Centre
- Currency exchange offices
Nightlife
- Haiku
Museums & culture
- Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
- Jame’e Atigh Mosque
- Vakil Mosque
- Narenjestan Ghavam museum
- Sayyed Alaeddin Hossein Mosque
In pictures
Shiraz gallery
Photos: آرش (Arche), en:User:Amirskip4life (original: I created this work entirely by myself.), Omid Hatami, mahmoud reza moradi mehrabadi, Amir Sadeghian — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Shiraz travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Shiraz?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Shiraz?
Plan at least 3 days in Shiraz for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Shiraz?
Popular stays in Shiraz include Niayesh Boutique Hotel, Golha Hotel, Darya Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Shiraz cost?
On the ground in Shiraz (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 30–85, and luxury about 100–160+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Shiraz, Iran. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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