Baku: Top Five Places to visit in Gobustan and Absheron
Overview
Begin your journey at the Gobustan Archaeological Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore traces of ancient human settlements, admire rock carvings over 20,000 years old, and step back into the Stone Age.
Mud Volcanoes
Discover the unique mud volcanoes, Azerbaijan hosts around 350 of the world’s 700–1,100. Get close, experience the bubbling landscapes, and even try the mud’s natural healing properties.
Fire Temple (Ateshgah)
Visit this historic center of fire worship, reflecting pre-Islamic traditions and customs. Learn about the ancient faith of fire worshippers and the legacy of Zoroastrianism.
Fire Mountain (Yanardag)
Understand why Azerbaijan is called the Land of Fire. Witness a hillside where natural flames have burned for millennia and uncover the science behind this extraordinary phenomenon.
Heydar Aliyev Center
Admire one of the world’s most striking examples of modern architecture, which was awarded the title of Design of the Year in 2014.
This activity includes:
- Yanar dağ
- Mud volcano
- Atashgah Zoroastrianism Fire Temple
- Heydar Aliyev Centre
- Gobustan National Park Museum
- Professional guide
- Comfortable transportation
- WI-FI
Our Guides
On arrival
Our tour begins at Sabir Garden on Istiglaliyyat Street. The guide will be waiting for you by the Sabir Monument. Walking a little further down the street, you will get a view of one of the most iconic landmarks of the Old City, the Double Gates.
If arriving by metro, take the Icherisheher Station (Red Line) and walk downhill for about 8 minutes.
We will also stay in touch on the morning of the tour and assist you if needed.
Things to note
The tour will take place in a comfortable Mercedes Vito or Mercedes Sprinter.
The Heydar Aliyev Center will be viewed from the outside.
The tour can be conducted in one or two languages simultaneously, depending on the number of participants.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
