11 days in Baku Itinerary

A truly contemporary city criss-crossed by history, Baku offers everything from the modern elegance of the Flame Towers to the medieval UNESCO-listed Old City at its core.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Baku: Gobustan (Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan State Reserve). Dedicate the 26th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Heydar Aliyev Center, walk around Highland Park, steep yourself in history at Baku Old City, and enjoy breathtaking views from Flame Towers.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Baku sightseeing planning tool.

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In December in Baku, expect temperatures between 10°C during the day and 3°C at night.