Tours & Activities in Baku
In the heart of Baku's ancient streets lies a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Step into a world of enchantment and intrigue with our exclusive "Secrets of the Old City" tour.
As the sun casts its golden glow upon the cobbled pathways, join us on a journey through time and culture. What sets us apart? It's not just a tour; it's an immersive experience woven with tales of mystery and flavor.
Picture this: winding through narrow alleys and bustling squares, you'll uncover the untold stories behind Baku's iconic landmarks. But here's where the magic truly begins. As we delve deeper into the labyrinthine streets, we unveil a secret world of sweet delights and aromatic teas.
Our tour isn't just about sights; it's a sensorial feast for the soul. From the rich aroma of freshly brewed tea to the tantalizing sweetness of local confections, every moment is a revelation.
What awaits you along the way? Prepare to be captivated by the ancient walls of the Old City, where history whispers its secrets. Admire the ornate architecture of the Maiden Tower and lose yourself in the maze of narrow streets.
But the adventure doesn't end there. As the tour reaches its climax, we invite you to indulge in a tasting experience like no other. Savor the flavors of Azerbaijan as we treat you to a selection of traditional sweets and the finest local teas.
Baku old city tour for a small group up to 15 people. It is a 2 hours tour. Entrance price to buildings Maiden tower and Shirvanshahs palace is separated and not depends on the tour price. (About 15AZN per each) Enjoy personal and professional attention from your local tour guide during this tour where you will discover top attractions of Baku Old Town. You will learn about the main and unique monuments of Baku. Those include the Maiden Tower, the Palace of Shirvanshahs, the courtyard known as “Divankhana”, mosques and minarets, caravansaries and bathes. Old Baku has lots of treasures that will leave you with memories for many years. Baku Old Town Walking Tour will give you an insight into the rich history of the oriental side of Baku. If you are the only, registered to the tour please book until 1 hour before starting the tour. Please, contact us after you book via WhatsApp Travellers will see all these attractions during the tour 1. Gosha Gala Tower, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission included 2. Quadrangular Tower, Kichik Gala Street, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 3. Miniature Books, Gala lane, 1, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission included 4. Juma Mosque, Asaf Zeynalli 49, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan, Admission is free 5. Baku Old City, Neftchilar Ave, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan, Admission is free 6. Vahid Monument, Old Town, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 7. Bukhara Caravanserai, Qala Street Old City, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 8. St. Bartholomew Church, Qulle Street Old City, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 9. Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Zamkovskaya Side-street 76, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan Admission not included 10. Muhammad Mosque, 28 Kichik Qala Old City, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan, Admission is free 11. Workshop Ali Shamsi, Boyuk Qala 84, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan, Admission included 12. Maiden Tower, Downtown Baku Old City, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan, Admission not included 13. Aga Mikayil Bath House, Kicik Qala,16, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission not included 14. Baku Marionette Theatre, Muslum Magomayev 20, Baku 1001 Azerbaijan, Admission not included 15. Multani Caravansarai, Qala Street Old City, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 16. House of Baku Khans, Boyuk Gala Street, 46 Old City Baku, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission not included 17. Museum of Ethnography and Archeology, 42 Boyuk Gala Old City, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission not included 18. House Museum of Vagif Mustafazadeh, 4 Vagif Mustafazade Lane, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is free 19. Ramazanovs mansion,Kicik Qala street, Baku Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 20. Church of Saint Nicholas, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 21. Imam Ali Mosque, Kicik Qala street, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is free 22. Sheikh Ibrahim Mosque, Kicik Qala street, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 23. Khidir Mosque, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 24. Molla Ahmad Mosque, Sabir street, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 25. Chained Mansion, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not included 26. Damn it, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is free 27. Gani Mammadov’s Mansion, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available 28. Gadzhinsky Mansion, Neftcilar avenue, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is free 29. Market Square or Khanagah Complex, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is free 30. Baylar Mosque, Old Town, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not included 31. Gasim Bay Bath, Kicik Qala street, Baku, Azerbaijan, Admission is not available Meeting & pickup We meet all travelers at a starting point Starting points Sabir Statue, İsmailiyyə Sarayı, Istiglaliyyat street 10, Bakı, Azerbaijan End points Same as starting point. Meeting Instructions In front of the Mirza Alakbar Sabir statue at Sabir garden. İf you have any difficulties in the finding of the meeting point please feel free to write from Whatsapp or call. Group type: Not private (shared) Max travellers per product: 15 Inclusions & exclusions What's included information about the monuments local tour guide conversation What's excluded Coffee and/or Tea Dinner Bottled water Snacks Guides and languages In-person: English, Russian Accessibility Not wheelchair accessible Near public transportation Health restrictions No Serious Medical Conditions Level of difficulty Most travellers can participate Categories & Themes Product types: Tour Tour modes: Walking Themes: Culture, Heritage, History, City You can aslo try our other tours like: https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/31834-azerbaijani-cuisine-tour-slash-tur-azierbaidzhanskoi-kukhni https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/31950-original-walking-tour-to-the-old-city-and-its-surroundings https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/31794-baku-downtown-original-walking-tour https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/31838-national-wine-tasting-tour https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/31691-night-baku-slash-nochnoi-baku
Walking tour in the Old City of Baku which is a core part of the city. Discovering medieval age and 19th-century heritage of the city.
This free walking tour will cover the main attractions in the city. You will explore the historic Baku streets with the best local guides.
The tour will start from Nizami street and proceed to Old Town (Icherisheher) meanwhile reflecting on Baku’s past and continuing with the downtown part showing the architectural buildings from the Oil boom Period. You will go through the main architectural buildings that were built both by oil barons and Soviet rulers and you will visit Shirvansah’s Palace.
We will also taste the tea and typical sweets ( Baklava, Jam, etc) during the tour.
Are you going to lose it? We wait for you in Baku!
Itinerary:
- Fountains Square
- Old City
- Double Gates
- Maiden Tower
- Juma Mosque
- Mohammad Mosque
- Shirvannsah”s Palace
- Miniature Book Museum
- Ismailliyya Building
- Happiness Palace
Historical Inner & Outer Town Magical Baku Tour
It is a brilliant walking tour for those who want to catch an eye on the city's spirit, touch on the multilayered history, and dive into the architectural symbolism of Baku. The transitional topics of art, literature, historical events, and personalities will make you feel in situ time frame of those occurrences.
I am always pro-interactiveness of walking tour, thus please do not hesitate to ask questions, comment and laugh.
The walking tour includes spots mentioned below but is not limited to those:
- İsmailiyyə building
- Səadət Palace
- Medieval hotels
- Literature Museum
- Maiden Castle (Tower)
- Institute of Manuscripts
- Historical Double Gates
- Narrow streets of inner town etc.
Meeting place: In front of İçərişəhər (Icherisheher) subway (metro) station, next to the monument of H.Z.Taghiyev (see pictures).
Please take into account that due to summer temperature the walking tour might be not too easy walk.
A notice for German-speaking walkers:
if you book a tour in English, take into account that I offer the same tour in German language too. However, the tour in German language has a different time-slot than the one in English. Depending on available schedules I could offer you a separate tour. Just ask in advance if you would like to have a walking tour in German language. :))
In case if you are interested in other tour of mine:
The Dark & Light Photographic Night Baku Walking Tour
https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/43460-the-dark-light-photographic-night-baku-walking-tour-no-02
The Oriental Bazar Shopping Tour
https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/45445-the-oriental-bazar-shopping-tour-no-03