Saed News: Darband is a fantastic area with pleasant weather in the north of Tehran, where many residents of the capital escape the hustle, traffic, and air pollution of the city to enjoy its stunning views.
According to the family magazine service of Saed News, Darband is a wonderful area with pleasant weather in the north of Tehran, where many residents of the capital escape the hustle, traffic, and air pollution of the city to enjoy its incredibly beautiful scenery. They also get to savor a delicious meal at one of its many restaurants. Additionally, those interested in hiking can come to this area without needing to leave Tehran and enjoy its fresh air and picturesque environment. Walking along the stone paths of Darband, passing by various eateries and street vendors, and enjoying different types of plums, fruit leather, sour snacks, broad beans, corn, and more adds a unique charm to the area. Darband in Tehran also has its own beauty at night, which is why many people choose to visit this area during the late hours of the evening.
Where is Darband?
Address: Tehran, Tajrish Square, Darband Street, Sarband Square
Darband is one of the old villages of Shemiran and a neighborhood in the northern part of Tehran. Darband Street starts from Ghods Square (Tajrish) and ends at Sarband Square.
Access to Darband
To reach Darband, you can use your personal car, bus, metro, or taxi.
Public transportation: There are various options to get to Darband, from personal cars to buses, metro, and taxis. First, you need to reach Tajrish Square, which you can do by taking the metro line from Kahrizak to Tajrish, using the BRT buses from Rahahan to Tajrish, or taking a city taxi. From Tajrish Square, you can take a line taxi to Darband, which will drop you off at Sarband Square.
Personal car: If you’re going to Darband by car, first head to Tajrish Square and then go to Darband Street. You can park your car at Sarband Square or at the street leading to it and continue the rest of the journey on foot.
Introduction to Darband
Before becoming part of Tehran, Darband was a village and today it is considered one of the old neighborhoods in the northern part of the capital. This area is known as one of Tehran's tourist attractions, famous among both tourists and Tehran residents. It is often recommended as the first choice for leisure and sightseeing by both foreign and domestic tourists.
If you are interested in hiking, Darband is a great place to start your journey to the central Alborz Mountains, especially to the summit of Tochal. Along the hiking trail, other attractions such as the Darband Telecabin, beautiful nature, and numerous cafes and restaurants scattered throughout the area make it one of the main recreational spots in Tehran.
Some of the old neighborhoods of Darband include Morgh Mahalleh (Mogh Mahalleh), Kalagh Por, Kenar Mahalleh, and Sarband. The Darband River runs through the middle of the area, and in 1987, a flood in this river, known as the "Tajrish Flood" or "Darband Flood," led to the destruction of the Tajrish Market.
From Darband Square, there is a path of about 250 meters that leads to a variety of shops. Here, all the shops and street vendors sell delicious and tempting foods, from fruit leather and sour snacks to cooked broad beans and beets. In general, Darband has become famous for its street foods. Everywhere you look, you'll see cafes, tea houses, and restaurants, many of which are crowded with customers.
If you're looking for a place to rest, just a 10-minute walk will take you to a green area with a natural stream and several small waterfalls. Along this water flow, there are platforms with rugs and pillows where you can enjoy tea, snacks, and even hookah. This is a beautiful and very relaxing spot, a world away from the hustle and bustle of Tehran.
Darband is also one of Tehran's top night attractions, and many people choose to visit it in the evening. All the cafes, restaurants, and shops light up, making the area even more attractive. Given its large number of visitors, Darband is equipped with amenities such as a medical center, restrooms, a prayer room, shelters, and hotels, ensuring that tourists have everything they need for a comfortable visit.
