How do foreign tourists describe Tehran market on Google?

Tehran Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Iran, which is located in the heart of Tehran, in district 12. This market, which is several hundred years old, has played an important role in the economy, culture and social life of Tehran. Tehran Grand Bazaar includes various sections such as carpet market, goldsmith market, fabric market and other sections, each of which specializes in the supply of various goods. The traditional architecture of the bazaar, with its domed roofs and winding corridors, has given this place a special charm and turned it into one of the popular tourist attractions. In addition to shopping, tourists can visit mosques, timchehs, and historical palaces in the market, such as Jame Mosque and Hajib al-Douleh timcheh. Tehran market is not only a place for trade and buying and selling, but also known as a symbol of the culture and history of the capital of Iran and is always a lively and lively place. Some foreign tourists have shared their experiences about being in this market with Google Maps users.

1. Yumiko from Japan

Very lively and so many people!

Tehran Grand Bazaar is located in the south of Golestan Palace.

I went on a Friday when the market was closed; It was a ghost town! The following week, I visited there on Saturday and what a transformation! There are many people; But since the bazaar is huge, I could only see a third of the bazaar in three hours. The old part of the market used to sell glassware, cloth, shoes and carpets. I should have bought moka pot; Because mine is getting old. Mokapat OT (made in Italy) usually costs about 25 USD; But in this market, I bought it for about five US dollars. Anyway, as a tourist, it is good to see the market full of excitement. Some parts are cooler than others; because the store’s doors reach outside; But since I visited late in the morning during the summer months, it was hot. Also, it was a little hard to find products made in Iran, at least where I was.

2. Pham Huyen from Vietnam

It is always crowded; But I like to go there and discover its architectural beauty and live sounds, it is also near Qajar historical sites; So every time I go to Iran, a self-guided one-day tour of this area is a must for me 🙂

3. Vadim Lisin (Вадим Лисин) from Russia

A large crowd of people are present. The goods are not so expensive and it is like the markets of childhood. Some sellers try to deceive customers; However, I fell in love with carpet shops.

4. Hui Guifu (慧貴婦) from China

There are many things to buy and sell and it is the best place to visit in Tehran.

5. Ranganayakulu Potturu from India

Not clean! Too crowded! The prices are not low and many shops are luring foreign tourists. It is better not to go there and buy goods in other places instead. The carpet market is big; But you have to be careful to deal with them. In Iran, the carpet has a special mission; But its price is higher than other handicrafts. In addition, sellers cheat you with currency conversion rates. They do not use Arabic numerals. Everything is like a fishmonger’s market!

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