Old Baghdad, Heritage Sites & the Tigris
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Full Day
A curated day exploring the historical and cultural heart of Baghdad. Walk through the markets and heritage sites of the old city, take a boat ride on the Tigris, and visit the Iraq Museum — home to artefacts spanning the full arc of Mesopotamian civilization.
Duration
Full Day
Group Size
Private or small group
Pace
Relaxed – walking-intensive
Language
English / Arabic
Meeting Point
REVIEW NEEDED: departure point and time in Baghdad
Start with a thick-cream and pastry breakfast (Qaimer and Kahi). Old Baghdad tour via Al Rasheed Street, visiting the copper market "Al Safafeer", Souq Al Sarai (stationery market), the books market "Al Mutanabbi Street", and the antiques market "Khan Al Mudalal". Visit Madrasa Mustansiriya School and the Abbasid Palace. Boat ride on the Tigris River with an explanation about the statue of the poet Al-Mutanabbi. Lunch along Hayder Khana Street — Kubba Al Sarai, Oum Kalthoum Shawarma, or local favourites — plus a treat from Al Shahbender Café and Haj Zbala Juice Shop. Visit the Iraq Museum and wander through galleries spanning the civilizations of Mesopotamia. Free evening time.
Per person
REVIEW NEEDED: pricing. Contact us for a quote.