LiT Team

Top English-Speaking Dentists in Tehran
Where to find English-speaking dentists in Tehran, with clinics from the FCDO’s latest list and practical advice on costs and booking.

Pilates Classes in Tehran: Where to Go and What to Know
A practical guide to finding mat and reformer Pilates classes in Tehran, from north Tehran studios to municipal sports complexes.

Hana: A Japanese Spa in Tehran
What to expect at Hana, the Japanese-style spa and bath in north-east Tehran, and how to plan a visit.

Best Horse Riding Clubs in Tehran
A guide to Tehran’s main horse riding clubs, from Chitgar Park’s big complexes to the historic Shohada polo club, with tips for booking lessons.

Best Coffee Roasteries and Bean Shops in Tehran
Where to buy fresh coffee beans in Tehran, from decades-old shops in the city centre to modern chains that roast their own.

Vartan House: Tehran’s Architecture Centre and Garden Café
A guide to Vartan House, the restored Hovanessian villa in central Tehran that now hosts an architecture centre and garden café.

Tehran Hotel Guide: Best Business Hotels
Looking for the best business hotels in Tehran? You are in the right place. Tehran has a few significant hotels, with only a handful…

Moghadam House Museum in Tehran
A visitor’s guide to the Moghadam House Museum, the tile-filled Qajar mansion on Imam Khomeini Street run by the University of Tehran.

Cost of Living in Tehran: Restaurants and Eating Out (2026)
How much eating out costs in Tehran, from street food to north Tehran restaurants, and how to check current prices.

Understanding the Persian New Year: Haft Sin
The meaning of each item on the Haft Sin, the Persian New Year table, and tips for setting up your own in Tehran.










