Things to do in Baku

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Top 10 things to do in Baku

1.Flame Towers of Baku at Sunset
Three iconic flame-shaped skyscrapers dominating Baku's skyline, illuminated in stunning red and orange after dark. Enjoy panoramic views from the waterfront promenade.
Free
2.Baku Old City (Icherisheher)
A UNESCO-listed 12th-century fortified medina featuring cobblestone streets, historic palaces, and mosques. The cultural and tourist heart of Baku.
≈ 8 €
3.Palais des Chahs (Shirvanshah Palace)
15th-century palatial complex featuring an inner courtyard, mausoleum, and fortified walls. A masterpiece of medieval Azerbaijani architecture.
≈ 5 €
4.Baku Boulevard Waterfront Promenade
A scenic 3 km coastal park along the Caspian Sea featuring landscaped gardens, fountains, and stunning views of the Flame Towers. The main gathering spot for locals.
Free
5.Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain)
A hillside with permanent natural flames fueled by underground methane gas. A unique geological phenomenon located 25 km from Baku.
≈ 12 €
6.Centre Heydar Aliyev (Heydar Aliyev Center)
Stunning white futuristic building by Zaha Hadid featuring art galleries, temporary exhibitions, and a museum. A modern design masterpiece.
≈ 12 €
7.Azerbaijan Carpet Museum
Unique museum dedicated to traditional Azerbaijani carpets, featuring 10,000 pieces spanning 500 years of textile history. The building itself is architecturally designed to resemble a rolled carpet.
≈ 10 €
8.Mud Volcanoes
Unique geological formations with hot mud and natural gas. Lunar-like landscape 60 km from Baku, perfect for photography.
≈ 45 €
9.Ateshgah Fire Temple (Baku Ateshgah)
A 17th-century Zoroastrian temple featuring natural flames fueled by underground gas emissions. Religious and cultural site located 35 km southwest of Baku.
≈ 15 €
10.Old Baku Gastronomic Food Tour
3-hour guided tour through historic alleyways with tastings at local family-run restaurants: soups, cheeses, tandoori bread, and pastries.
≈ 65 €