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.

Get out of town with these interesting Baku side-trips: Gobustan (Gobustan State Reserve & Mud Volcanoes). Dedicate the 21st (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Heydar Aliyev Center, don't miss a visit to Flame Towers, delve into the distant past at Ateshgah Fire Temple, and walk around Highland Park.

For reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Baku trip planner.

If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in December, and nighttime lows around 3°C.