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Baghdad, Iraq

Top things to do in Baghdad

16 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Iraq Museum
Museum4.5

Iraq Museum

113 reviews

Home to Mesopotamian treasures including Nimrud gold and the Babylonian Lion, this museum offers a journey through ancient civilizations.

Victory Arch
Landmark4.5

Victory Arch

64 reviews

A pair of massive crossed swords held by giant hands, this arch commemorates the Iran–Iraq War and is a symbol of Baghdad.

Baghdad Zoo
Park & nature4.5

Baghdad Zoo

64 reviews

One of the Middle East's largest zoos, located within Al-Zawraa Park, featuring a variety of animals and conservation efforts.

Qushla
Landmark4.5

Qushla

64 reviews

A historic Ottoman-era complex that once served as a military barracks, now a cultural center with a famous clock tower.

Mutanabbi Street
Neighborhood4.5

Mutanabbi Street

64 reviews

Baghdad's historic book market and cultural hub, lined with bookshops and cafes, named after the poet al-Mutanabbi.

Baghdad Tower
Landmark4.5

Baghdad Tower

64 reviews

A 205-meter telecommunications tower with a revolving restaurant offering panoramic views of Baghdad.

Shorja
Market4.5

Shorja

64 reviews

Baghdad's historic central market, a labyrinth of narrow alleys selling spices, textiles, gold, and traditional crafts.

Al-Kazimiyya Mosque
Religious site4.5

Al-Kazimiyya Mosque

64 reviews

A major Shia shrine with golden domes and minarets, housing the tombs of two revered Imams.

Mustansiriyya Madrasa
Historic site4.5

Mustansiriyya Madrasa

64 reviews

A 13th-century medieval Islamic college and one of the world's oldest universities, featuring a stunning courtyard and mosque.

Al-Zawraa Park
Park & nature3.9

Al-Zawraa Park

50 reviews

Baghdad's largest public green space with amusement rides, a zoo, and manicured gardens, ideal for family outings.

Al-Shaheed Monument
Landmark4

Al-Shaheed Monument

41 reviews

A striking turquoise dome memorializing Iraq's war dead, set in a park with a museum and eternal flame.

Landmark
Landmark5

Aknaf Alsawary – Iraq Travel Agency

36 reviews

Aknaf Alsawary is a travel agency in Baghdad offering curated tours and travel services across Iraq, focusing on historical and cultural sites.

Baghdadi Museum
Museum4.4

Baghdadi Museum

34 reviews

A museum showcasing traditional Baghdad life through wax figures and reconstructed streetscapes from the early 20th century.

Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Baghdad
Landmark4.2

Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Baghdad

5 reviews

A striking modernist structure shaped like a shield, this monument honors Iraq's fallen soldiers with a serene, reflective space.

Abu Hanifa Mosque
Religious site3.3

Abu Hanifa Mosque

3 reviews

A historic Sunni mosque housing the tomb of the renowned jurist Abu Hanifa, a key figure in Islamic jurisprudence.

Abbasid Palace
Historic site4

Abbasid Palace

2 reviews

A beautifully preserved 13th-century palace showcasing classic Islamic architecture with intricate brickwork and arches.

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Good to know

What is the most visited attraction in Baghdad?

Iraq Museum draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Baghdad, with 113 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Baghdad do visitors rate highest?

Victory Arch holds the highest rating in Baghdad among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 64 reviews. It is less busy than Iraq Museum, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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