Baku Old Town Walking Tour with a Local
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Baku, spanning centuries of kings and ancient empires, during this 3-hour Old Town walking tour. Learn about Baku’s rich legacy of historic mosques, trading squares, bath complexes, palaces and caravanserais as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed district. Among the many highlights you’ll explore during your walk are the old city walls, the Shirvanshahs’ Palace and the Maiden Tower. Your walking tour also includes bottled water, entrance fees and a local guide.
Highlights
- ✓Take a walking tour of Baku's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town
- ✓Explore the rich history of this centuries-old area, learning about its Islamic heritage and rich collection of monuments
- ✓See ancient monuments like the Palace of Shirvanshahs, Maiden Tower and old city walls
- ✓Discover the ancient mosques, trading squares, baths and caravanserais that still persist in the area today
What you'll see & do
- ✓Tour starts at Icharishahar metro station, just by the old city walls of Baku. From there on your way to the Palace of Shirvanshahs, you will get informed about the history of mosques, caravansaries, old trading squares and old city walls.
- ✓Enter the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient Shirvanshahs kingdom and dive into the spirit of Islamic civilization while passing through the courtyard and king’s private rooms. Together with your guide you'll get to know the history of the palace and visit the meticulously designed mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries. Afterwards, you'll also explore the ancient and controversial pagan temple located next to Maiden Tower and see ancient pagan monuments discovered in different parts of Azerbaijan.
- ✓Visit the most remarkable and mysterious monument – the Maiden Tower, built in the south-east part of Icharishahar. Be ready to climb up 8-storey tower and hear from your guide the theories and legends behind it. Enjoy the panoramic view of Baku city right from the top of the tower.
- ✓After Maiden Tower we'll pass by the mosques and bathhouses located in the Old Town and you'll learn why one of the oldest surviving mosques in the city is called "Broken Fortress".
What's included
- ✓Local professional guide
- ✓0.5 Lt bottled water
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Baku Old Town Walking Tour with a Local
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Baku, spanning centuries of kings and ancient empires, during this 3-hour Old Town walking tour. Learn about Baku’s rich legacy of historic mosques, trading squares, bath complexes, palaces and caravanserais as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed district. Among the many highlights you’ll explore during your walk are the old city walls, the Shirvanshahs’ Palace and the Maiden Tower. Your walking tour also includes bottled water, entrance fees and a local guide.
Highlights
- ✓Take a walking tour of Baku's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town
- ✓Explore the rich history of this centuries-old area, learning about its Islamic heritage and rich collection of monuments
- ✓See ancient monuments like the Palace of Shirvanshahs, Maiden Tower and old city walls
- ✓Discover the ancient mosques, trading squares, baths and caravanserais that still persist in the area today
What you'll see & do
- ✓Tour starts at Icharishahar metro station, just by the old city walls of Baku. From there on your way to the Palace of Shirvanshahs, you will get informed about the history of mosques, caravansaries, old trading squares and old city walls.
- ✓Enter the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient Shirvanshahs kingdom and dive into the spirit of Islamic civilization while passing through the courtyard and king’s private rooms. Together with your guide you'll get to know the history of the palace and visit the meticulously designed mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries. Afterwards, you'll also explore the ancient and controversial pagan temple located next to Maiden Tower and see ancient pagan monuments discovered in different parts of Azerbaijan.
- ✓Visit the most remarkable and mysterious monument – the Maiden Tower, built in the south-east part of Icharishahar. Be ready to climb up 8-storey tower and hear from your guide the theories and legends behind it. Enjoy the panoramic view of Baku city right from the top of the tower.
- ✓After Maiden Tower we'll pass by the mosques and bathhouses located in the Old Town and you'll learn why one of the oldest surviving mosques in the city is called "Broken Fortress".
What's included
- ✓Local professional guide
- ✓0.5 Lt bottled water
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.