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Alamut Castle
Alamut Castle

From Qazvin you can do a day trip to the mountains of Alborz. Most visitors go here to see the remains of Hasan-e-Sabah's castle Alamut, from where he ruled…

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Qazvīn Travel Guide & Tips

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Qazvīn travel guide

Plan a trip to Qazvīn, Iran — things to do, where to stay, food, transport, and local tips. Start with Alamut Castle, Sa'd al-Saltaneh Caravanserai, Tomb of Hamdallah Mustawfi, Jameh Mosque of Qazvin.

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  • Sanjideh Mosque - Another mosque of Qazvin dating back to pre-Islamic Iran; a former fire temple. Its present-day form is attributed to the Seljukian era.
  • Peighambarieh Shrine - Where four Jewish saints who foretold the coming of Christ, are buried.
  • Sardar School - A mosque Made by two brothers Hossein Khan and Hassan Khan Sardar in 1815, as a fulfillment of their promise if they came back victorious from a battle against the Russians.

Other attractions near Qazvin are the tombs of two Saljuki era princes, Aboo Saeed Bijar, son of Sad, and Aboo Mansoor Iltai, son of Takin — located in two separate towers known as the Kharaghan twin towers. Constructed in 1067 CE, these were the first monuments in Islamic architecture to include a non-conic two-layered dome.

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Stays in Qazvīn

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Compare hotels and apartments in Qazvīn — neighbourhood vibe, price, and walkability in one search.

  • Stay near a metro line if you plan museum-hopping days.
  • Read recent reviews for noise — central streets can be loud at night.
  • Flexible cancellation helps when flight times shift.
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Flights in Qazvīn

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Find flights into Qazvīn and compare fares across airlines in one place.

  • Compare nearby airports — sometimes a short train ride beats a pricey hub.
  • Midweek departures are often cheaper than Friday/Sunday peaks.
  • Set a flexible ±3 day search when your dates can move.
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Experiences in Qazvīn

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Tours, food walks, day trips and city activities around Qazvīn — book ahead and skip the guesswork.

  • Book popular tours early in peak season — small-group slots go first.
  • Day trips often include hotel pickup; check the meeting point.
  • Look for free-cancellation options if the weather looks unstable.
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Tickets in Qazvīn

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Skip lines and grab attraction tickets for Qazvīn — museums, landmarks, and city passes.

  • Book popular museums and towers ahead — timed slots sell out on weekends.
  • Mobile tickets are usually scanned at the gate; keep offline screenshots as backup.
  • Combo passes can be cheaper when you plan 2–3 big sights in one day.
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Transfers in Qazvīn

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Private airport and city transfers for Qazvīn — fixed price, driver waiting for you.

  • Pre-book airport transfers when landing late or with heavy luggage.
  • Meet-and-greet at arrivals beats hunting taxis after a long flight.
  • Confirm child seats / extra stops when you reserve.
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Cars in Qazvīn

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Rent a car around Qazvīn for day trips and countryside — flexible pickup options.

  • Compare full-to-full fuel policies — they save hassle at return.
  • Check congestion / limited-traffic zones before driving into historic centres.
  • Book early for weekends and holidays; automatic cars go first.
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eSIM in Qazvīn

Yesim

Travel eSIM data for visiting Qazvīn — online as soon as you land, no kiosk queues.

  • Install the eSIM before you fly; activate on landing.
  • Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
  • Keep a small local SIM as backup if you need a local number for calls.
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