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Azadi Tower

Tourist attraction Historical landmark

One of the Most Revieweds in Tehran


Address

Tehran Province, Tehran, Azadi Sq, Iran

Contact

+98 21 6602 3951

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (8.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Alexandru I. 1 year ago on Google • 275 reviews
    The square around the tower has lately become a meeting point for the Afghans, so it might not be that safe during the night. Also, to pass the street and go the square is an adventure on its own, as traffic rules are simply non existent in Iran. But the tower itself is nice, divided in many rooms, each with its own specific. The galleries extend around the tower, but a different ticket is required to aces them. The view from the top is quite nice.
    23 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel C. 1 year ago on Google • 177 reviews
    Azadi Tower is the gateway to the amazing Persian Capital of Tehran, and beautifully represents the city internationally. It as a must to visit, and very reachable, either by local taxis, or by the metro station that is a few steps from the tower itself. The tower also bears a museum underneath, and look great in pictures from many different angles!
    14 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saeed M. 5 years ago on Google • 211 reviews
    One of the greatest monuments in Tehran. This building is not just a tower. It is a complex building and has museum and gallery. you can visit inside the tower which is great and experience a wonderful scenery throughout Tehran.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vuk M. 1 year ago on Google • 243 reviews
    Breathtaking monument! Love it. Architecture is amazing. You can go to top of tower, also there is museum, and importantly there tou can buy Suvenirs too.
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abdulrahman Q. 2 years ago on Google • 270 reviews
    Very beautiful monument with unique yet amazing architectural design, it’s one of Tehran’s most iconic attractions and absolutely worth your visit whenever you’re in the city, it has an art museum underground which very cool and also from there you’ll take the elevator up to the highest point of the monument, it was amazing to visit this place back in early 2019(which the photos are from that date).
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 RandomRogii 1 year ago on Google • 385 reviews
    There’s a viewpoint at the top which has very nice views of the city and also could visit a museum in the downstairs
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amir .. 2 years ago on Google • 32 reviews
    Arc de Triomphe of Tehran 😍🥺. The monument was build during The Shah area as the gateway to the city. Visit the West side during sunset and the East side (the inner city) during sunrise. For the observatory visit the website.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kashif s. 3 months ago on Google • 522 reviews New
    Its an identity of Tehran.. top landmark and Great steucture. It has a museum at the basement and a viewpoint at top that is accessible through lifts.

  • 5/5 Alireza Z. 2 years ago on Google
    10 out of 10 for sure but I wish the city would take me care of this place in a better way. I can’t believe that after all these years I never been here. It’s worth to go and see this amazing art work 👌🏽👌🏽😍
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Morteza F. 2 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Azadi Square is one of the main symbols of Tehran and Iran. The wonderful architecture of this square attracts everyone's attention. The height of this tower is 45 meters and this tower has 4 floors without roof (open). The slope around the Azadi Tower makes people feel like they are moving upwards as they move towards the tower. It is interesting to know that this tower is composed of more than 46 thousand pieces of stone and 286 steps.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 reza x. 2 years ago on Google
    Azadi Square (before the Islamic Revolution: Shahyad Square) is the largest square in Tehran, which is located in the western part. This square along with Azadi Tower was designed and built by Hossein Amanat in 1349 to commemorate the 2500th anniversary of the Iranian Empire and by the order of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and after the Islamic Revolution in 1978 it was called "Azadi
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Omar A. 2 years ago on Google
    The Azadi Tower is one of Tehran's landmarks. It's a beautiful tower located in the western parts of the capital, and built in a style that reflects a synthesis of modern and classical Iranian architecture. Admission to the park itself is free, the underground museum and the elevator to the top of the tower is not.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alireza A. 2 years ago on Google
    Azadi Tower or former Shahyad Tower is one of the oldest towers in Tehran and a kind of gateway to the metropolis of Tehran from the west. This tower is a combination of ancient Iran, post-Islamic Iran and modern Iran and is a symbol of the capital of Iran, Tehran. . This tower is very dear to all Iranians and is the first symbol of Tehran!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mehrdad P. 1 year ago on Google
    Shahyad Tower is the symbol of Tehran. One and the most beautiful tower in the world! Its engineering surprises everyone.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ali G. 1 year ago on Google
    An unforgettable experience. The architecture is a total masterpiece. It blows one's mind when you discover it. The photography museum was nice. The staff were super friendly. I loved it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aref s. 1 year ago on Google • 81 reviews
    Azadi Tower is one of the most beautiful and special towers in the Middle East, which is located in Tehran. This tower is very attractive in the Middle East due to its structure and design, and many visitors come to visit Azadi Tower every day. This tower has a There is also a museum, this museum has its own attractions, Azadi Tower has a very good access and is very popular in this regard.

  • 4/5 مرداب �. 6 months ago on Google • 76 reviews
    Azadi Square used to be one of Tehran's entertainment places, but today it is mostly used as a terminal. Azadi Tower has a theater and a museum, and entry is free for the public by paying a fee. The former name of Azadi Square was Shahyad Square during the Pahlavi period

  • 5/5 Nikolai Vedeler A. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful monument constructed in 1972. Easily accessible by metro or taxi/snapp.

  • 5/5 Mahtab K. 1 year ago on Google
    Symbol of Tehran, symbol of Iran, the starting point of every discovery in Iran and masterpiece of Hossein Amanat

  • 5/5 Amir hosein S. 1 year ago on Google
    The cultural and artistic complex of Azadi Tower is very spectacular. From the very good theaters held in this complex to its museum, everyone has something to say. Its museum contains a wide range of attractions. From ornamental stones to photos and musical instruments.

  • 5/5 Amir E. 1 year ago on Google
    This square is the biggest square in Tehran, which has a unique architecture. Very nicely designed and very well made. In fact, inside this very beautiful structure, the building is located on several separate floors, which includes a museum, a cafe, and a restaurant.

  • 5/5 hakh82 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience for visiting Azadi Tower 🗼 , you are free to use the elevator of tower to reach to the Top , there is a photography exhibition on Ground floor with plenty of ancient camera museum as well . Very interesting 😎

  • 5/5 Karan P. 2 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed this architectural marvel, very clean and calm, no rush, visited here on the eve of chaharshanbeh Souri.

  • 4/5 Mahdi S. 8 months ago on Google
    The Azadi Tower stands as a historic and symbolic landmark in Tehran, encapsulating the essence of the city. Erected in 1971, during the Pahlavi era, it was originally known as the Shahyad Tower. Following the 1979 revolution, the tower underwent a transformation, both in name and significance, becoming the Azadi Tower, a representation of freedom. The architectural marvel of the tower, characterized by its distinctive design, is accompanied by a cultural center beneath, housing a museum and theater halls. However, despite its allure, a notable drawback lies in the limited availability of parking spots, a challenge that warrants attention and resolution to enhance visitors' experiences. The tower's architecture is a testament to its unique significance on a global scale. The inclusion of a museum and theater halls beneath the tower adds an enriching cultural dimension to the site. The tower's picturesque surroundings feature an open garden, which forms the impressive Azadi Square, an iconic hub within the nation. This confluence of history, design, and cultural influence serves to underline the tower's importance as a symbol of identity and transformation for the city and its inhabitants. Nevertheless, the tower's charm is somewhat overshadowed by the practical issue of limited parking spaces. This concern highlights the need for thoughtful urban planning and development to ensure a seamless experience for those who wish to visit and appreciate the tower's splendor. Addressing this issue could potentially enhance accessibility and overall visitor satisfaction, preserving the tower's historical and cultural significance while ensuring it remains an inviting destination for locals and tourists alike.

  • 5/5 Amin P. 8 months ago on Google
    Tehran's monument which has gone through name changes through history. Beautiful to visit worthy of 1000 shots! A must see for anyone who passes by.

  • 5/5 farah t. 8 months ago on Google
    The Azadi Tower was designed and built as a symbol of "modern Iran" and to commemorate the 2500-year celebrations of the Iranian Empire in the middle of one of the main squares in the west of Tehran, the former Shahyad Square and the current Azadi Square.

  • 5/5 Md Abdullah B. 6 months ago on Google
    The tower is about 45 metres (148 ft) tall and is completely clad in cut marble.[1][2] It was commissioned by Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, to mark the 2,500-year celebration of the Persian Empire and completed in 1971. It also serves as the country's kilometre zero. After winning a competition, architect Hossein Amanat was tasked to design the tower. His ideas were based upon classical and post-classical Iranian architecture,[3] popular influences on art in the 1960s following the White Revolution. Iran's increasing wealth sparked modernization programs and sent the art industry into a renaissance-like period. Collected: Wikipedia


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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