The 10 Best Museums in Tehran
Though many visitors try to spend as little time as possible in the crowded capital city, Tehran has a lot to offer. Nicknamed the city of museums, there is a plethora to choose from to understand...
The 10 Best Museums in Tehran
Though many visitors try to spend as little time as possible in the crowded capital city, Tehran has a lot to offer. Nicknamed the city of museums, there is a plethora to choose from to understand Iran better from political, cultural, and historical viewpoints. Read on to discover the 10 best museums in Tehran.
Golestan Palace
Topping the list of the best Museums in Tehran is none other than Golestan Palace, the UNESCO-listed site that once served as the Qajar dynasty’s seat of government. The royal buildings require separate entrance tickets, though it’s worth seeing the lavish palace in its entirety. Not to be missed are the Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne) sitting in an open, mirrored hall, the cozy Karim Khan Nook, and the striking Shams-ol Emareh, whose clock was presented to Nasser al-Din Shah by Queen Victoria. The painted tile walls enclosing the palace also make for excellent photo ops.