Baku Old City Walking Tour with UNESCO Heritage Sites

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Baku's Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a captivating glimpse into Azerbaijan's rich history and architectural beauty. This guided walking tour reveals the mysteries of Icherisheher as you visit iconic landmarks such as the Maiden Tower and the Palace of Shirvanshahs. Delve into centuries-old stories behind historical sites like the ruins of St. Bartholomew's Chapel and the ancient caravanserais that once welcomed weary travelers along the Silk Road. With a professional English-speaking guide, explore Baku’s heritage in a small group setting, ensuring an intimate and engaging experience.

- Discover the architectural marvels of Baku’s Old City, dating back to the 12th century

- Visit iconic sites including the Maiden Tower and the Palace of Shirvanshahs

- Enjoy insights from a knowledgeable English or Russian-speaking guide

- Tour lasts approximately 2 hours, available daily at multiple times

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

Maiden Tower

We start your Baku Old City tour nearby one of the most iconic landmarks in Baku—the beautiful Maiden Tower. This ancient tower is considered to be the symbol of Baku and the Azerbaijani nation itself. It is also a part of the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage. The mysterious Maiden Tower is also a source of numerous legends that revolve both around the creation of it and its story, all of which will be told to you on your tour by the professional guide.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

The next time we stop on your walking tour is the Hadji Baani hammam. It’s the oldest and largest bathhouse in the Icherisheher. It was discovered only in 1960, when the bathhouse was finally found beneath the ground. To this day this beautiful construction is one of the most stunning buildings on the territory of Baku’s Old City.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable