9 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Baku: Khizi (Candy Cane Mountains & Mikayil Mushfig House Museum) and Gobustan State Reserve (in Gobustan). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Baku Old City, see the interesting displays at Heydar Aliyev Center, delve into the distant past at Ateshgah Fire Temple, and enjoy breathtaking views from Flame Towers.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Baku trip itinerary maker website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Baku can reach 90°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.