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Tehran, Iran
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Tehran, Iran
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tehranWhat to do with Children in Tow
Activity
Tehran isn’t too child-friendly overall but there are a few activities that would amuse and entertain the kids.
tehranSarkis Cathedral
Churches
built in the late 1960s, this is a very conspicuous non-Islamic building in Tehran. It is surrounded by the Armenian quarter and a few other church buildings. Telephone: 8889 7980
tehranReza Abbasi Museum
Museum
a tad further north-east from the centre of town, it contains beautiful ancient calligraphy, pottery and jewellery. Telephone: 863 001, open only on Saturdays
tehranAzadi Square and Tower
Tower
the landmark and icon of Tehran, the Azadi tower is located to the west of the city. Its unique shape and surrounding parks and museum make it a tourist drawcard. Built in 1971 to commemorate the 2500th year of the Persian empire.
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tehranNational Museum of Iran
Museum
located near Imam Khomeini square, is a treasure trove of interesting articles from Iran’s rich history. Telephone: 6670 2061 6
tehranMilad Tower
Tower
Only a short metro ride north of the city is the Milad tower which features a 435m radio and satellite antenna, a viewing deck, a revolving restaurant and a sky dome. It is the tallest concrete tower in Iran and has an octagonal base, symbolic of Persian architecture.
tehranTandiss shopping center
Plaza
it is a hive of activity with stores of designer brands, restaurants and entertainment. Its opening hours are 9am -10pm on weekdays and 10am -10pm on weekends.
tehranTajrish Bazaar
Market
can provide an interesting outing for the whole family. It is beautifully built in the architechtural style of old Persia and houses stalls that sell absolutely everything.
tehranThe mausoleum of Imam Zadeh Saleh
Mausoleum
is also worthy of a visit. The beautiful mosque dates back to the 8th century AD.
More restaurants in Tehran
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tehranAlborz Restaurant
Telephone: 8761907 North Sohrevardy Avenue, After Shahid Beheshti Avenue.
tehranFardis Restaurant
Telephone: 8828516 28 Ferdowsi Street.
tehranNayeb Restaurant
Tajrish: Vali-e-Asr Avenue, Upper Parkway. Has several branches in the northern neighbourhoods of Tehran. It is a very exclusive and prestigious restaurant, with delicious Persian food and smooth and efficient service.
tehranMilano Restaurant
Telephone: 2213494, 2213494 No.6, Nezami St., Mirzapoor St., Dr.Shriati Avenue.
tehranKhayam Restaurant
Located near the Khayam metro station.
tehranZeitoon Restaurant
Located in the Ferdosi Grand hotel; No.24 Kooshk e Mesri st. Ferdossi Ave Telephone: 66727026 – 31
tehranTaj Mahal Restaurant
Vanak Square, Mollasadra Ave, 29 Sheikh Bahaei St, Shahrak-e Qods. Serves good Indian food but is in a fairly dingy neighbourhood.
tehranBaba Taher
Located in Jomhuri-ye Eslami avenue Serves all kinds of food in traditional décor and surroundings. Live music can sometimes be enjoyed here as well. It is located opposite the south side of the British embassy.
tehranWestern fast food restaurants
similar to McDonalds and KFC are located around Enghelab street and Valiasr Avenue, in the Tajrish square area.
tehranfalafel restaurants
In Khordad Avenue, there are some falafel restaurants that prepare excellent authentic food for fairly cheap. The stalls are across the road from the bazaar and are a great way to experience Tehran.