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Voykit pocket guide · Iran
Qazvin
قزوین
Spend 1–2 days in Qazvin: see Alamut Castle, historic mosques and the bazaar; travel by train or bus from Tehran (≈2 h).
Qazvin, former Persian capital, offers a compact historic core, a UNESCO‑listed Alamut Castle nearby and a lively bazaar. One full day covers the main sights; a second day allows a day‑trip to Alamut or nearby parks.
- Country
- Iran
- Local name
- قزوین
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- Avoid
- Jul–Aug (very hot)
- Stay
- 1–2 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- IRR
- Money
- Foreign cards and ATMs do not work in Iran: see Insurance & payments above.
- Daily spend
- Budget IRR 150,000–250,000 excl. bed · Mid IRR 250,000–400,000 excl. bed · High IRR 400,000+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- Emergency
- Police 110 · Fire 125 · Ambulance 115
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Coffee (café) | IRR 15,000–25,000 |
| Chelo kebab (plate) | IRR 120,000–180,000 |
| Taxi within city (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi within city (3.1 mi (5 km)) | IRR 30,000–45,000 |
| Bus ticket Tehran‑Qazvin | US$2–3 |
| Entry to Sa'd al‑Saltaneh Caravanserai | IRR 10,000–20,000 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- IKA · Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)
- Main international gateway; train or bus to Qazvin (~2 h).
- THR · Mehrabad Airport (Tehran)
- Domestic hub; bus or train to Qazvin (~2 h).
Typical fares
- Tehran → Qazvin train
- ≈ IRR 30,000 one‑way, 2 h (check)
- Taxi Tehran airport → Qazvin
- ≈ US$40–50, 2 h (check)
- Local taxi Qazvin (5 km)
- ≈ IRR 30,000–45,000
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Train from Tehran (≈2 h) or frequent buses (2 h, US$2–3). Within Qazvin use taxis (registered, agree fare) or walk; most sights are within 2 km (1.2 mi) of the bazaar.Train from Tehran (≈2 h) or frequent buses (2 h, US$2–3). Within Qazvin use taxis (registered, agree fare) or walk; most sights are within 1.2 mi (2 km) of the bazaar.
See and do
Known for
- Alamut Castle
- Sa'd al‑Saltaneh Caravanserai
- Jameh Mosque of Qazvin
- Qazvin bazaar
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Alamut Castle | Taxi or shared minibus from Qazvin, about 45 min drive (≈30 km (19 mi))Taxi or shared minibus from Qazvin, about 45 min drive (≈19 mi (30 km)) | ≈1 h total |
| Barajin (Fadak) Park | Taxi 10 km (6.2 mi) east, 15 minTaxi 6.2 mi (10 km) east, 15 min | ≈30 min |
Sleep
- Qazvin Safir Hotel
- Near bazaar, clean, breakfast included; US$40 double room (2026 estimate).
- Mir Emad Hotel
- Double rooms US$35, English‑speaking staff; 10 min drive from Azadi Square.
- Alborz Guesthouse
- Budget option, close to train station.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | ببخشیدbebakhshid |
| Thank you | متشکرمmoteshakeram |
| How much is it? | چقدر است؟cheghadr ast? |
| Where is the bathroom? | دستشویی کجاست؟dastshooei kojast? |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Scams and watch-outs
- Dress modestly; women should wear headscarves in public.
- Taxi fares vary: shared taxi US$5‑9, private US$40‑50 from Tehran; agree on price before boarding.
- Night walks alone may attract attention; keep bags secure.
Qazvin is generally safe; follow modest dress, keep valuables secure, and avoid isolated streets after dark.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Qazvin yet. Suggested stay: 1–2 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Alamut Castle
- Sa'd al‑Saltaneh Caravanserai
- Jameh Mosque of Qazvin
- Qazvin bazaar
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Iran Tourism Organization: www.tourismiran.ir/en
- Wikivoyage: Qazvin, revision 5332633 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5332633
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/qazvin). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.