Pars Museum, Shiraz

Name: Pars Museum
Address: Zand Underpass, Shiraz, Iran

#12 among attractions in Shiraz

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The Pars Museum is a museum in Shiraz, Fars Province, southern Iran. Founded in 1936 under Reza Shah Pahlavi, it is located in Nazar Garden. ()

Local name: موزه پارس Coordinates: 29°36'58"N, 52°32'42"E

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Zand UnderpassShiraz Iran

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Pars Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tomb of Hafez, Vakil Bazaar, Shah Cheragh, Arg of Karim Khan.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pars Museum open?

Pars Museum is open:

Monday 8 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 8 pm
Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
Friday 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday 8 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pars Museum?

Nearby attractions include Vakil Bathhouse, Shiraz (3 min walk), Arg of Karim Khan, Shiraz (3 min walk), Jameh Mosque of Qiblah, Shiraz (4 min walk), Vakil Mosque, Shiraz (5 min walk).

How to get to Pars Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pars Museum:

Metro

Vakil-Al-Roaya • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Zandiyeh • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Bus

چهارراه زند • Lines: 70 (7 min walk)
Ahmadi (8 min walk)