Why visit Shiraz?

Shiraz is associated with Persian poetry and garden culture, and it offers a relaxed counterpoint to larger cities. Historic religious and civic architecture, bazaars and gardens can be combined into a flexible city program.

Shiraz highlights

Common itinerary stops include the Vakil complex, traditional bazaars, gardens and literary sites. Exact daily routing should be planned around opening conditions and the traveler’s interests.

Persepolis excursion

Shiraz is the usual base for visiting Persepolis and nearby Achaemenid sites. We have created a dedicated Persepolis travel guide to help plan this part of the journey.

How long to stay

Two days in Shiraz plus time for Persepolis works well in many cultural itineraries. Longer stays can accommodate a slower pace and additional excursions.

Include Shiraz in your Iran itinerary

Iran Agency can combine Shiraz with other destinations based on your available time, interests and preferred pace. Compare our Iran tour ideas or request a tailor-made Iran tour.