9 days in North-western Route 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.

Take a break from Baku with a short trip to Gobustan State Reserve in Gobustan, about 1h 5 min away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, make a trip to Fountains Square, take in panoramic vistas at Flame Towers, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

For ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Baku attractions planner.

Belgrade, Serbia to Baku is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Belgrade to Baku is 3 hours. Traveling from Belgrade in July, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Baku, with lows around 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.