5 days in Azerbaijan 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 05 min away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, make a trip to Fountain Square, explore the different monuments and memorials at Alley of Martyrs, and take in the pleasant sights at Baku Boulevard.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Baku trip planner.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Baku is an approximately 5.5- hour flight. You can also drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Riyadh to Baku due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Riyadh in March, things will get colder in Baku: highs are around 13°C and lows about 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.