Baku Downtown Original Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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Baku downtown walking tour with full of attractions and sightseeing. During this tour, you will see and get acquainted with most of the historically important architectural monuments in the central part of Baku, historical theatres and cinemas, mansions of old Baku millionaires, synagogues, churches, mosques and in some cases ancient religious architectural monuments. You will have a chance to see the monuments with your own eyes, take pictures in these places and immortalize those moments. By participating in this tour, you will see a city where European and Soviet architecture meets, and most of its buildings are built for millionaires with special taste and order. During the tour, get acquainted with the mansions and estates of past and present millionaires on and around Nizami Street, see the buildings of special historical significance, such as the Museum of Azerbaijani History, Malokan Garden, Russian Drama Theater, Jewish Synagogue, German Lutheran Church.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Baku downtown walking tour with full of attractions and sightseeing. During this tour, you will see and get acquainted with most of the historically important architectural monuments in the central part of Baku, historical theatres and cinemas, mansions of old Baku millionaires, synagogues, churches, mosques and in some cases ancient religious architectural monuments. You will have a chance to see the monuments with your own eyes, take pictures in these places and immortalize those moments. By participating in this tour, you will see a city where European and Soviet architecture meets, and most of its buildings are built for millionaires with special taste and order. During the tour, get acquainted with the mansions and estates of past and present millionaires on and around Nizami Street, see the buildings of special historical significance, such as the Museum of Azerbaijani History, Malokan Garden, Russian Drama Theater, Jewish Synagogue, German Church. You will have a chance to walk in the seaside national park, which is fighting for the title of the largest boulevard, and get acquainted with the view of the Caspian Sea. Please, contact us via WhatsApp after your booking
What‘s Included
short history of the building
tour guide
conversation
lunch and drinks
Options
Group Walking Tour
Private tour
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tnx a lot !
Discover15193991271,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great walking tour with a local guide , Fuad. Highly recommended tour and a guide! Very enjoyable time and an experience! Enjoy Baku!
Great walking tour! Definitely recommend
raizyc2024,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emin was an excellent guide! Very informative, and we left feeling like we truly understood the history of the city better. He gave us great recommendations for places to visit and local spots to check out. His passion for the city's culture really made the tour enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour if you want an authentic, insightful experience!
Most educative insight to Baku
rohinimajithia,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fuad Tagiyev, our guide, though born long after the 1990 second Independence of Azerbaijan, was very well versed and knowledgeable about their history. He spoke very good English, Turkish and Russian. It was a treat to listen to him and the stories he told about the old City and downtown Baku. We did a 4 hours walking tour with him and it so happened that on that day it was just my two daughters and myself on this tour so it was a personal, most fun, casual and friendly walk. In fact at the end we were sorry to see him leave. Fuad’s tour took us to The Old City of Baku, which featured several mosques and statues. An interesting one was the Vahid Monument, the large, 3-meter-high bronze sculpture dedicated to the Azerbaijani poet and ghazal singer Aliagha Vahid, located just inside the entry gate of the Old Town. Another interesting Sculpture is the Girl with Umbrella located in Fountain Square in Baku. This is a popular photo spot situated near the first McDonald's restaurant that opened in Baku. The statue depicts a bronze girl holding an umbrella and talking on a mobile phone. This is a well-known feature of the central pedestrian area of Nizami Street. The old City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that blends history with modern life, featuring landmarks like the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. The area is also a vibrant center with shops, restaurants, cafes, and residential areas. Maiden Tower is the oldest monument in the Old City and is a symbol of Baku, which dates back to 7th-6th century BC Fuad took us to a famous sweet shop downtown, called The Gabala Sweet House. This has been in existence since 1927! The varieties of local sweets were so colourful and along with the most fragrant fruit tea, we were given about 40 varieties to taste. Yes FORTY!! Each was so delicious that it was difficult to narrow down. The pomegranate and nuts sweet was very nice. We walked out laden with packets and packets. Great to take back as gifts.
Excellent Tour with Emin
DayTrip62432657173,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was amazing! Emin was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the tour. He shared so many interesting facts and great recommendations. It was also very convenient that he speaks several languages it made the whole experience even better.
Great historical and...
JeanFrancois A,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great historical and architectural overview of the city. Small group, with a great guide going at a good pace.
Best way to experience Baku — unforgettable tour!
Danielbir,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took a walking tour with Travelway Azerbaijan and it was amazing! Emin, our guide, was super professional and full of fascinating knowledge about history and architecture. The tour was engaging, fun, and left me with a deeper appreciation for the city. If you’re visiting Azerbaijan, this company is a must!
A highlight of the trip
johnsZ4075QX,,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Baku Downtown Walking Tour was an unforgettable experience to feel the spirit of the city and discover the history of Azerbaijan. Our guide Fuad was professional, friendly, and super knowledgeable full of cool facts and unique stories. Exploring the blend of ancient and modern architecture in the city center left a lasting impression.. the tour was more than just a walk it felt like a journey through time. I totally recommend the tour to everyone. Perfect choice for anyone wishing to discover the city
I like it
fuadt738,,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Learned a lot, everything was clear, interesting, and very well organized! I liked 100% guide Fuad do Amazing work
Great tour by a great guy
230odedv,,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emin is a great guide and very knowledgeable . He know the city as he lives there. He is very attentive to the customers requests as well
Fantastic tour of old town
Harrietlt,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emin was a very knowledgeable tour guide. We learnt so much about the history of Azerbaijan and saw the highlights of the old town. Emin pointed out interesting details on the tour we would have missed ourselves and took some lovely photos of us. I would certainly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about Baku.
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