Isfahan Free Walking Tour
Highlights
- Wander around the magnificent Naqsh-e Jahan Square
- Experience the day-to-day life of common people in the Bazaar
- Get familiar with the rich history of Isfahan and the Safavid dynasty
- Enjoy listening to the amateur singers next to the historical bridges
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Tour Difficulty Level
Easy -
Start City ● End City
Isfahan ● Isfahan -
Group Size
1 to 10 People -
Duration
2 Hours
This 2-hour FREE Isfahan walking tour will show you many of the top spots in the city. Your expert tour guide will take you to must-see places such as Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Hasht Behesht, Charbagh street, and Si-o-se-pol bridge while telling fascinating stories and facts about their creators, the kings and the people of the Safavid era.
Naqsh-e Jahan Square
Walking around the glorious Naqsh-e Jahan Square, your guide takes you to the Safavid dynasty. You will learn about every building, the history behind them and their usage. Shah Abbas the Great built Naqsh-e Jahan Square as a place to rule, pray and leisure. He ruled in Ali Qapu in which he had a total dominance over people below him in the square. Shah Mosque was the public place of prayer and a school. Strolling through Qeysarie Bazaar which was the economical heart of the city, you have the opportunity to experience a real Eastern Bazaar, smell colorful spices and taste exotic food and snacks. The square was also working as a Polo arena; Shah Abbas would watch riders fight over the ball and reward them with gold coins.
Charbagh, Hasht Behesht, and Si-o-se-pol Bridge
On this tip-based FREE walking tour, your guide will show you one of the most iconic structures from the 17th century, Hasht Behesht Palace. In order to get to Hasht Behesht (eight heavens), you will walk through a famous street called Charbagh (four gardens), get familiar with Isfahan’s urban design and make your way towards Si-o-se-pol. You and your camera will fall in love as the sunset creates magical scenes over Si-o-se-pol and Zayanderud River.
FREE Tour concept
The tips-based FREE Tours allow travelers to support and reward based on quality and satisfaction to ensure that the tour fits within their expectations and within their budget.
Service Included
Professional English speaking guide.
Service Not Included
Entrance fees for museums and landmarks are not included.