Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
A mosque famous for its stained-glass windows, which cast vivid colours across the prayer hall.
Tickets →Shiraz, Iran
Shiraz: airports, things to do and where to stay
Shiraz, a city of poets and gardens, is the gateway to the ancient Persian capital of Persepolis. A cultural centre renowned for its roses, wine and the poetry of Hafez and Saadi.
Shiraz airports
From the airport to central Shiraz
Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport airport is about 6 km from central Shiraz.
Bus
A shuttle or public bus connects the airport with the centre of Shiraz, timed around flights.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; agree the fare before getting in, as most are not metered.
Shiraz
Things to do in Shiraz
Persepolis
The ceremonial capital of the ancient Achaemenid Persian Empire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Shiraz?
Shiraz is served by Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (SYZ).
How far is the airport from central Shiraz?
Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport airport is about 6 km from central Shiraz.
How do I get from the airport to central Shiraz?
From Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Shiraz?
Highlights of Shiraz include Nasir al-Mulk Mosque and Persepolis.
Photo credits
- Nasir al-Mulk Mosque: Ayyoubsabawiki, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Persepolis: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons