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Baku Adventure: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Cuisine

Emre Akbasak

Emre Akbasak

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the historic streets of Baku, Azerbaijan. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Day 1Seaside Serenity and Culinary Delights
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$30

Dənizkənarı Milli Park
Park & promenade featuring waterfront recreation areas plus museums, restaurants, shopping & more.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$4
1 - 2 min

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Kitchenette
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$13
1 - 2 min

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Mangal Restaraunt and Steak house
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$13
Day 2Carpets, Parks, and Gastronomic Delights
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$35

Azerbaijan Carpet Museum
Museum with an emphasis on the art of carpet weaving, plus Azeri ceramics & costumes.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$8
15 - 22 min

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Highland Park
Elevated terrace reached by stairs or funicular ride, offering dramatic views of the city & sea.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$3
6 - 9 min

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La Bıstro Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$12
9 - 14 min

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Big Chefs
Big Chefs - Turkish restaurant serving Turkish & global cuisine.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$13
Day 3Exploring the Ancient Heart of Baku
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$28

Icherisheher
Walled Old City featuring 1100s fortifications & towers, plus iconic, ornate palaces & mosques.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$6
2 - 3 min

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Sultan Inn Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$9
2 - 3 min

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Nöqtə Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$12
Day 4Fire Temples, Pub Vibes, and Fine Dining
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$26

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$ 1

Atashgah Fire Temple
Ancient, castle-like temple complex once used as a Hindu & Zoroastrian place of worship.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$5
14 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$10
8 - 12 min

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Astoria restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$11
Day 5Royal Palaces, Architectural Wonders, and Japanese Oasis
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$48

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Palace of the Shirvanshahs
Restored 15th-century palace complex with a mosque, burial vaults & artifact & relic displays.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$9
13 - 16 min

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Heydar Aliyev Centre
Spacious, modern building housing an auditorium, an art gallery & a Heydar Aliyev museum.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
6 - 9 min

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Japanese Garden
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$13
9 - 14 min

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Gunaydin Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$13

Budget breakdown: $166 In total

Activities & Food:$166
Transport:$1