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.

Get out of town with these interesting Baku side-trips: Gobustan (Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan State Reserve) and Mardakan Fortress (in Mardakan). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, go for a walk through Baku Boulevard, take in the dramatic natural features at Yanardag, and see the interesting displays at Heydar Aliyev Center.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, read our Baku trip itinerary planning app.

March in Baku sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.