7 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 Gobustan (Gobustan State Reserve & Mud Volcanoes). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Baku Old City, see the interesting displays at National Museum of Azerbaijan Literature, delve into the distant past at Ateshgah Fire Temple, and take an in-depth tour of National Museum of History of Azerbaijan.

To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read our Baku sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Iran, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In August in Baku, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.