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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Baku: Gobustan (Gobustan State Reserve & Mud Volcanoes). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Heydar Aliyev Center, explore the striking landscape at Yanardag, steep yourself in history at Baku Old City, and enjoy breathtaking views from Flame Towers.

For ratings, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Baku online route planner.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Baku can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.