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Erbil Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

Capital of Kurdistan Region in Iraq

About Erbil

Erbil has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Csa), meaning it has extremely hot summers and cool wet winters. January is the wettest month.

Top Attractions in Erbil

Explore the best things to see and do in Erbil:

  • Citadel of Erbil
  • Erbil Civilization Museum
  • Erbil Gem Museum
  • Erbil Marathon
  • Grand Mosque
  • Hawler Museum
  • Jalil Khayat Mosque
  • Kurdish Textile Museum

Where to Eat in Erbil

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Abu Afif
  • 🍴Abu Shahab
  • 🍴Dawa 2
  • 🍴Divan Erbil Seasons Restaurant
  • 🍴Greek Grill
  • 🍴Iskan Street

Where to Stay in Erbil

  • 🏨Altin Saray
  • 🏨Ankawa Palace Hotel
  • 🏨Classy Hotel
  • 🏨Erbil International Hotel
  • 🏨Erbil Rotana
  • 🏨Hotel Divan

Erbil Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including:

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