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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Heydar Aliyev Center and Dreamland Golf Club. Head to Ali Shamsi Studio and Park Bulvar Bakufor some retail therapy. Step out of Baku with an excursion to Gobustan State Reserve in Gobustan--about 1h 5 min away. Dedicate the 12th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Baku Old City, explore the different monuments and memorials at Alley of Martyrs, explore the ancient world of Ateshgah Fire Temple, and get a taste of the local shopping with Nizami Street/Torgovaya.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Baku trip planner.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C.