Yazd Travel Guide

The cornerstone of Iranian culture, economy, and art

Yazd is where the time has stopped. The old part of the city with its gingered adobe buildings and neighborhoods has been there for 1000 years. Once the city of Zoroastrian believers, it has accepted Islam, and now followers of both religions are living together in peace. The famous ancient neighborhoods like Fahadan show Iranian ancestors’ genuine in living with the least resources in the heart of the desert.

Attractions

Jameh Mosque of Yazd

Dowlat Abad Garden

Amirchaqmaq Complex

Zoroastrian Fire Temple

Yazd Water Museum

Alexander's Prison

Lariha House Museum

Yazd Khan Bazaar

Yazd Art House

What is the best time to travel to Yazd? What is the best season?

Yazd is located in the central parts of Iran, which means its climate is warm and dry most of the year, and that it’s surrounded by deserts. However, that doesn’t mean it’s always warm and unpleasant in the beautiful city of Yazd. Spring (March till May) and autumn (late September to early November) are preferable times when the nights are pleasantly chill, and the days are enjoyably sunny.

How long should I stay in Yazd? How many days should I spend in Yazd?

If you’re short on time, and you’re not planning on a desert trip for a night or two, it’s possible to explore the historical and cultural attractions of the city in a day or two. However, for an in-depth well-rounded experience, we recommend combining a few days of exploration in the city, maybe a hammam and a traditional massage, with a trip to the surrounding breathtaking deserts.

What are some traditional foods to try in Yazd?

Yazd has a variety of restaurants and cuisine to try out while you are there. From fast-foods to traditional Iranian restaurants, Yazd has plenty of dishes to discover. One of the more popular local dishes of Yazd is Shuli, which is a vegan-friendly soup with white beets and celery. It’s a traditional Yazd-only food, so make sure to try it whenever you have the chance. Yazd is also famous for the variety of sweets and confectionery it offers. Baklava, traditional floss candy (called Pashmak), and traditional cookies filled with nutritious nuts (called Ghotab) are only some of the plethora of sweets made and baked in Yazd.

Where should I stay in Yazd?

When it comes to hotels and places to stay, Yazd does offer high-end quality hotels as it is a major city in the central parts of Iran. However, when you’re in Yazd you do have the unique and memorable chance to visit the traditional homestays and ecolodges scattered all around the city. These traditional houses are part of Yazd’s identity and staying there will be a memory you’ll remember long after you have returned home.

What is the nightlife like in Yazd?

Unlike what comes to mind when we’re thinking of nightlife – drinking at bars and dancing at night clubs – Yazd offers a different sort of nightlife. Staying at local traditional houses will give you a unique opportunity to spend the evening and young night on the rooftops of these houses, overlooking the historical scenery of minarets and mosques, drinking chai, and listening to the sound of Azaan as it comes from a local mosque nearby. A distinctive memorable opportunity you shouldn’t miss while you’re in this unesco-registered city.