Asia
Mashhad
Iran
Quick Answer
Use filtered or bottled water.
Concerned About Water in Mashhad?
A reliable water filter is yes (recommended) for this destination.
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Mashhad's tap water is treated but distribution and aging pipes can make quality variable; drink bottled water as a tourist and use bottled/filtered water for brushing teeth and washing produce. Avoid ice and raw salads unless you know they were prepared with safe water.
Tap Water Usage Guide
Brush Teeth
Use bottled water
Ice Cubes
Avoid
Wash Fruit
Peel or wash with bottled water
Shower
Yes
Restaurants
Varies (often bottled is preferred)
Locals Drink
Mixed (many filter/boil)
Water Quality Score
Water Quality
Poor
Water Source
The municipal supply is primarily from local groundwater (aquifers and qanats) supplemented by surface flows from the Kashafrud basin; water is treated at municipal plants but distribution infrastructure and local contamination can affect final quality.
Travel Safety Information
Pickpocket Risk
Moderate
Night Safety
Mostly safe
Scam Risk
Moderate
English Level
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
April to June and September to October
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A water filter is yes (recommended) for Mashhad. Stay safe and hydrated.
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