6 Days in Baku: Unveiling the Land of Fire

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23 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Baku, where ancient wonders meet modern marvels. Discover the rich history and culture of Azerbaijan while immersing yourself in breathtaking landscapes and iconic landmarks. Get ready to be captivated by the Land of Fire!

Trip to Baku

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Hilltop Serenity and Cultural Treasures

$50

$ 1

Elevated terrace reached by stairs or funicular ride, offering dramatic views of the city & sea.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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9 - 14 min

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Museum with an emphasis on the art of carpet weaving, plus Azeri ceramics & costumes.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

6 - 8 min

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Museum of Azeri literature & culture featuring a vast collection of rare books & manuscripts.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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National Museum of History of Azerbaijan

Large state museum in a 19th-century mansion showcasing diverse historical objects & artifacts.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

Day 2From Monuments to Majestic Views

$45

$ 1

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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9 - 11 min

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The stone walls of Baku Fortress edge the landscaped park, with an ornate fountain & a pavilion.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Established in 1936, this art museum features works by Azeri & international artists.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

20 - 29 min

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Hilltop park with a war memorial, fountain & viewing deck overlooking the Baku waterfront.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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4 - 6 min

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Cemetery & memorial for those killed by the Soviet Army in Black January & the Nagorno-Karabakh War.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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16 - 23 min

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Vast Ferris wheel-style attraction that's lit up at night, with panoramas of the city & Caspian Sea.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Exploring the Heart of Baku

$18

Walled Old City featuring 1100s fortifications & towers, plus iconic, ornate palaces & mosques.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Day 4Time Travel to the Past

$38

Restored 15th-century palace complex with a mosque, burial vaults & artifact & relic displays.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Classical & contemporary artwork of famed & emerging regional artists, along with public events.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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Park & promenade featuring waterfront recreation areas plus museums, restaurants, shopping & more.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Day 5Nature's Beauty and Artistic Delights

$35

$ 1

Big nature preserve on a peninsula with 50+ species of birds & animals, including the Caspian seal.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

54 - 65 min

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Ancient, castle-like temple complex once used as a Hindu & Zoroastrian place of worship.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

24 - 29 min

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Museum devoted to contemporary Azeri art, along with works by Dalí, Picasso & Chagall.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 6Flames, Architecture, and Thrilling Speed

$50

$ 2

Set on a hillside, this rare, natural gas fire blazes nonstop, with flames going 9+ ft. in the air.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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29 - 35 min

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Huge mosque opened in 2014, featuring domes with Koranic inscriptions, local stonework & 4 minarets.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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17 - 21 min

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Sprawling urban green space, home to ADA University & the country's oldest zoo, founded in 1928.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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14 - 17 min

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Grand Prix racing track with spectator stalls & restaurants, in view of government buildings.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Spacious, modern building housing an auditorium, an art gallery & a Heydar Aliyev museum.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $239 In total

Activities & Food:$235

Transport:$4