8 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Baku: Gobustan (Gobustan State Reserve & Mud Volcanoes). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Baku Old City, explore the different monuments and memorials at Alley of Martyrs, see the interesting displays at Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, and explore the striking landscape at Yanardag.

For ratings, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Baku day trip tool.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In April, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 9°C.