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Historic Walking tour in Baku Old City
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Historic Walking tour in Baku Old City

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Overview

This walking tour will cover the main attractions in the Old City of Baku. Our local guides will show you must-see spots such as the Maiden Tower, Shirvansah’s Palace, Medieval old city and Oil Boom architecture. Our guests will discover the historic Baku streets with the help of the best guides in the city.

Travellers will walk through the oldest and most historic parts of Baku, reflecting on Baku’s past and continue with the downtown part showing the architectural buildings from the Oil boom Period. You will go through the main architectural structures that were built both by oil barons and Soviet rulers.

This unique walking tour is perfectly organized who want to see Italian, Polish and Russian influence on Baku’s architecture. At the end of the tour, guests will be served traditional tea with dried fruits

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Professional Guide

Tips and Gratitutes

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our guide will be waiting in front of Double Gates which is main entrance for old city.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

What to expect

  1. Gosha Gala Tower

    Tour will start from Main entrance of Old city

  2. Baku Old City

    1 hour

    Tour will continue covering old city of Baku

  3. Maiden Tower

    15 min

    Main symbol of Baku will be covered

  4. Muhammad Mosque

    10 min

    First Islamic signs in Baku

  5. Juma Mosque

    10 min

    visit Juma mosque which was built at 15th century

  6. Palace of the Shirvanshahs

    10 min

    see the Palace of the Shirvanshahs is a 15th-century palace built by the Shirvanshahs and described by UNESCO as "one of the pearls of Azerbaijan's architecture

  7. Ismailiyya Palace

    10 min

    The Ismailiyya Palace is a historical building that currently serves as the Presidium of the Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. It is located on Istiglaliyyat Street in Baku.

  8. Palace of Happiness

    10 min

    see palace of "Happiness" which was built 20th century

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Asia/Baku).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about Historic Walking tour in Baku Old City

Can I cancel Historic Walking tour in Baku Old City for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 4 hours.

Where does it start?

Our guide will be waiting in front of Double Gates which is main entrance for old city.

What's included?

  • Professional Guide

What's not included?

  • Tips and Gratitutes

Which places does it visit?

It visits Gosha Gala Tower, Baku Old City, Maiden Tower, Muhammad Mosque, Juma Mosque, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Ismailiyya Palace, Palace of Happiness.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Operated by Baku City Tours

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