Capital · Iran
Tehranتهران
Check your own government's travel advice before planning Tehran; entry rules, insurance validity and risks differ by nationality and can change quickly.
- Weather
- see forecast
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov (mild, avoids the worst summer heat and winter smog)
- avoid Jul–Aug (very hot), Dec–Jan (temperature inversions trap air pollution)
- Airports
- IKA · THR
- Nights
- 2–3
Rules in force · 5Security advice in this region can change within a dayCheck your own government travel advice for Iran before a…
- Middle East ↗Security advice in this region can change within a day; re-read your government's page before departure and again before any border or regional flight.
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- Iran ↗Entry rules, visa type and nationality restrictions differ sharply by passport and change quickly.
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Tehran is Iran's capital and largest city, at the foot of the Alborz mountains. It has major museums, palaces and a large bazaar. The city is crowded, with heavy traffic and air pollution at times.
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tehran, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Foreign cards and ATMs do not work in Iran: see Insurance & payments above.Iran-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckIKA Imam Khomeini International (About 50 km from the city; taxi or metro link, check the current operator and fare.).IKA Imam Khomeini International (About 31 mi from the city; taxi or metro link, check the current operator and fare.).
- Getting aroundThe Tehran Metro, city buses and app-based taxis (such as Snapp) serve most of the city.
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IKA Imam Khomeini International (About 50 km from the city; taxi or metro link, check the current operator and fare.) · THR Mehrabad International (Mainly domestic flights, closer to the centre.)IKA Imam Khomeini International (About 31 mi from the city; taxi or metro link, check the current operator and fare.) · THR Mehrabad International (Mainly domestic flights, closer to the centre.)
Weather and climate
Tehran: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The Tehran Metro, city buses and app-based taxis (such as Snapp) serve most of the city. Traffic is heavy for much of the day, so allow extra time between sights across town.
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Central Tehran
Near museums and the metro.
North Tehran
Quieter, restaurants and parks, cooler in summer.
Near Tajrish Square
Northern district with a traditional bazaar and easy metro access.
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Watch out
- Check your own government's travel advice before you go; several governments advise against travel.
- Rules on dress and public conduct apply; check current guidance before arrival.
- Foreign bank cards generally do not work; confirm your payment plan before travelling, since cash access can be limited.
- Internet access and some foreign apps and services are restricted or blocked; a local SIM helps with maps and ride-hailing.
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tehran. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov (mild, avoids the worst summer heat and winter smog) · avoid Jul–Aug (very hot), Dec–Jan (temperature inversions trap air pollution)
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast
- 4 things to watch out for
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Meanwhile
Sources
- secondaryWikivoyage — Tehran