Baghdad Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Baghdad

Founded in 762 CE by caliph al-Mansur as the Round City, Baghdad became the seat of the Abbasid Caliphate and grew into one of the largest scientific centres in the Islamic world during theGolden Age of Islam. Five centuries of peace came to an end in 1258 when the city was destroyed by theMongolswho advanced westwards. After a period ofOttoman rule, Baghdad became the capital of Iraq under aBritish protectorateand as an independent state. Since then, Baghdad has been subject to war, terrorist attacks and attempts at reconstruction.

Top Attractions in Baghdad

Explore the best things to see and do in Baghdad:

• ★Abdel-Karim Kassem Museum
• ★Abu Hanifa Mosque
• ★Al-Asifyah Mosque
• ★Al-Faw Palace
• ★Al-Kadhimiya Mosque
• ★Al-Khulafa Mosque
• ★Al-Shaheed Monument
• ★Al-Wazeer Mosque

Where to Eat in Baghdad

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Barley Restaurant
• 🍴Jadiriyah Floating Restaurant
• 🍴La Vinto
• 🍴Oyoon Baghdad Restaurant
• 🍴Saj Alreef Restaurant
• 🍴Samad Restaurant

Where to Stay in Baghdad

• 🏨Babylon Rotana Baghdad Hotel
• 🏨Baghdad International Airport Hotel
• 🏨Coral Baghdad Hotel
• 🏨Cristal Grand Ishtar Hotel
• 🏨Inter Hotel
• 🏨Qaser Al-Masbah Hotel

Baghdad Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: