15 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Baku side-trips: Beshbarmag Mountain (in Siyazan), Khizi (Candy Cane Mountains & Mikayil Mushfig House Museum) and Gobustan (Diri Baba Mausoleum, Gobustan State Reserve, &more). Dedicate the 15th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, delve into the distant past at Ateshgah Fire Temple, don't miss a visit to Yanardag, and take in panoramic vistas at Flame Towers.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Baku trip planner.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In February, daytime highs in Baku are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C.