4 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.

Step out of Baku with an excursion to Gobustan State Reserve in Gobustan--about 1h 5 min away. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Baku Old City, shop like a local with Nizami Street/Torgovaya, step into the grandiose world of Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and delve into the distant past at Ateshgah Fire Temple.

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If you are flying in from Belarus, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. February in Baku sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can travel back home.