10 Days in Baku: A Journey Through History and Culture

Devi Prasad Nath

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Baku, Azerbaijan, exploring ancient marvels, vibrant markets, and stunning parks. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this captivating city, while indulging in delicious local cuisine. From historic landmarks to modern art museums, this itinerary has it all.

Trip to Baku

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Museums, and Z-style

$51

$ 2

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

3 - 4 min

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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Day 2Delights of Mado, Yanar Dag, and Heydar Park

$50

$ 5

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$11

21 - 26 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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7 - 9 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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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.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Day 3Romashka Market, Baku Eye, and Highland Park

$61

$ 3

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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National Museum of History of Azerbaijan

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$26

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

20 - 30 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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7 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Day 4Puste, Fire Temple, and Museum of Modern Art

$50

$ 3

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

26 - 32 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

10 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5Retro Charm, Absheron National Park, and Martyrs' Lane

$39

$ 3

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

53 - 64 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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15 - 18 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

81 - 98 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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7 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Day 6Sweet Treats, Seaside Park, and Baku City Circuit

$54

$ 2

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

6 - 9 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 7Literary Gems, Carpet Museum, and Ud Cafe

$60

$ 3

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

Кофе Хауз - Кофе в Ритме Жизни! Открытие первой кофейни КофеХауз в Баку состоялось в июне 2017ого года . С того момента наше меню постоянно развивалось создавая для Вас все новые и новые блюда , самые необычные и разнообразые.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$19

9 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$23

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 8Balcon Cafe, Upland Park, and Art Museum

$70

$ 2

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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11 - 16 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$11

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 9Tea Gardens, Historic Quarter, and Sehrli Təndir

$51

$ 2

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

Çay Bağı 145 the biggest restaurant in Ichari shahar situated in historical place. You can rest with the whole family, and your children will play on Play Station. The terrace with good view in Ichari shahar waits its guests 24 hours in a day.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

6 - 9 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Day 10Japanese Garden, Heydar Aliyev Centre, and Shirvanshahs Palace

$100

$ 3

Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

18 - 22 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$26

3 - 4 min

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If you are looking for a place to dine, drink and socialise with a mesmerising sea and city view, delicious National and European cuisines, along with very extra-ordinary background music, feel free to make a reservation and visit Café de la musique.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Budget breakdown: $604 In total

Activities & Food:$582

Transport:$23