2025 Qazvin Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Ali Qapu Portal in Qazvin is the only survivor of the great and magnificent court (Dolatkhaneh) of Qazvin in the Safavid period. When Qazvin was the capital city of the Safavid government, the royal citadel of the city had many gates, including Ali Qapu Portal. There is an inscription on the highest part of this 17-meter-long portal, which is a calligraphic work of art by the great calligrapher of the Safavid dynasty, namely Reza Abbasi. The Portal in Qazvin is located at the beginning of the first street of Iran, Sepah Street. Opening Hours Monday: 9:00 - 20:00 Tuesday: 9:00 - 20:00 Wednesday: 9:00 - 20:00 Thursday: 9:00 - 20:00 Friday: 9:00 - 20:00 Saturday: 9:00 - 20:00 Sunday: 9:00 - 20:00

#favouriteitinerary A road trip in Iran isn’t complete without a scenic stop ! On our way from Tehran to Qazvin, we took a break by the stunning Ovan Lake for a picnic. Our guide treated us to Kuku Sabzi (a green dish in pic 3), a vibrant Persian herb frittata packed with eggs, walnuts, and spices. Wrapped in flatbread with crisp capsicum on the side, it was the perfect roadside feast. Yummy ! Fresh air, good food, and a view, what more could we ask for ?

🇮🇷 Iran: Qazvin✔️ Just a two or three-hour drive west from Tehran, you'll arrive at the famous Qazvin, known for its location along the Silk Road. Although the city might sound unfamiliar, the Sa'd al-Saltaneh Caravanserai is a must-visit spot in Qazvin❗️ 🐫 The caravanserai, built during the Qajar era, is one of the best-preserved urban caravanserais of Iran. What used to be a traditional stop along the Silk Road has now been transformed into a cultural bazaar center, where you can find distinctive Persian products. Sunlight streams through the dome's skylight, which serves both as natural lighting and an amplifier~ So our Iranian guide sang a song here, eliciting enthusiastic applause from the surrounding students~ They came over to take photos and chat with us, making us feel the warmth of the city❤️