When you purchase an item from the Honest Guide Iran (HGI) Shop, you’re not just buying a souvenir—you’re supporting a movement rooted in honesty, authenticity, and cultural respect.

Who We Are

Honest Guide Iran is a nonprofit organization created out of passion and frustration—frustration over misinformation, scams, and the misuse of Iran's name and culture in the tourism world.

HGI exists to provide honest, real-time guidance to travelers visiting Iran. We don't accept advertisements or promote commercial interests. Our purpose is to represent the real Iran with no filters, no gimmicks, and no agendas.

Why We Offer Products

We are not in the business of mass-selling products. However, we do understand the value of cultural exchange. That’s why we offer a curated selection of authentic, handmade, and locally sourced Iranian souvenirs—only when it makes sense and only when it adds value.

You can find some of our items on major marketplaces like Amazon and eBay, but we always recommend buying directly through our platform to ensure you're receiving items selected with care and integrity.

What Makes Us Different?

• No commercial pressure: You are not pushed to buy. It’s your choice.
• True local value: All products are sourced directly from artisans and communities across Iran.
• Transparent process: We provide honest product descriptions and fair pricing based on real market rates in Iran.
• Trustworthy guidance: Our priority is helping travelers, not selling items.

So, Why Should You Buy?

You don’t have to. But if you do, we promise:

• We’ll connect you with the best available local items on the Iranian market.
• Your purchase supports local artisans and helps sustain a transparent tourism ecosystem.
• You contribute to a vision where Iran is represented truthfully, not commercially.

Buying from us is not just a transaction—it’s a way to be part of something honest, respectful, and real.