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). There's lots more to do: go for a walk through Baku Boulevard, don't miss a visit to Baku Old City, see the interesting displays at Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, and stroll the grounds of Alley of Martyrs.

For where to stay, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Baku trip itinerary site.

If you are flying in from Pakistan, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in September, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can travel back home.