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). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Baku Old City, take in the dramatic natural features at Yanardag, see the interesting displays at Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, and take in the pleasant sights at Baku Boulevard.

To find maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Baku tour itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Norway, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In July in Baku, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night.