21 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Mardakan Fortress (in Mardakan), Diri Baba Mausoleum (in Gobustan) and Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum (in Shamakhi). There's lots more to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, examine the collection at Heydar Aliyev Center, don't miss a visit to Fountains Square, and step into the grandiose world of Palace of the Shirvanshahs.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Baku online tour planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in December, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.