Day 01
Baghdad Heritage, Bazaars, and Tigris River Tour
- Our tour begins at the Iraqi Museum, where we immerse ourselves in ancient Mesopotamian antiquities.
- It continues with a captivating walking tour through the old quarters of Baghdad, including al-Mutanabbi Book Market street, an intellectual haven.
- Visit Mustansiriyah Madrasah, one of the earliest universities in the world.
- Stop at the century-old Shabandar Cafe for a glass of lime tea, a Baghdad speciality.
- Our path then leads to the Abbasid Palace on the bank of the Tigris River, known for its beautiful ornamental designs and carvings.
- We also visit another century-old juice shop that serves refreshing raisin juice and was once frequented by Iraqi kings and presidents.
- Take a walk through the shops of Khan Al Mudallal Antique Market.
- A boat tour on the Tigris River follows.
- Enjoy lunch at an old Baghdadi restaurant offering Kubba, a dumpling-like Iraqi dish.
- Continue strolling through the bustling bazaars of the Copper Market, Stationery Market, and Clothing Market.
- Walk along historical Rashid Street, the centre of Baghdad in the past century, and see several important old mosques and buildings.
- Visit Firdos Square, where Saddam's bronze statue was pulled down.
- Marvel at the Martyr Monument, a blue split dome built as a memorial for fallen Iraqi soldiers and officers.
- We end the tour at the iconic Freedom Monument.
