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Baku Old Town & Oil Heritage Free Tour
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Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
KFC/Pizza Hut at Fountains Square
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
OVERVIEW
This walking tour invites you on a journey through the heart of Baku’s history, combining the charm of its ancient roots with the fascinating legacy of the oil boom. This tour covers the iconic Fountains Square and the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Baku (Icherisheher) and Istiglaliyyat street, showcasing the city’s most historic landmarks.
As we stroll through these timeless streets, we’ll uncover the captivating stories of Baku’s oil barons—visionaries and dreamers whose ambition shaped the city’s transformation from a small medieval town into a bustling cosmopolitan hub. Through tales of grandeur, social change, and political intrigue, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of life in Baku as well as its evolution through times into the modern era.
Join us for a walk that not only reveals the city’s rich cultural tapestry but also offers an unforgettable glimpse into the social and architectural legacy of its Belle Époque.
HIGHLIGHTS
– Explore the UNESCO sites of Old Town and Oil Heritage
– Hear the legends about prominent Oil Barons
– Understand social dynamics of city life
– Food&drink venue recommendations
– Led by a local guide
This walking tour invites you on a journey through the heart of Baku’s history, combining the charm of its ancient roots with the fascinating legacy of the oil boom. This tour covers the iconic Fountains Square and the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Baku (Icherisheher) and Istiglaliyyat street, showcasing the city’s most historic landmarks.
As we stroll through these timeless streets, we’ll uncover the captivating stories of Baku’s oil barons—visionaries and dreamers whose ambition shaped the city’s transformation from a small medieval town into a bustling cosmopolitan hub. Through tales of grandeur, social change, and political intrigue, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of life in Baku as well as its evolution through times into the modern era.
Join us for a walk that not only reveals the city’s rich cultural tapestry but also offers an unforgettable glimpse into the social and architectural legacy of its Belle Époque.
HIGHLIGHTS
– Explore the UNESCO sites of Old Town and Oil Heritage
– Hear the legends about prominent Oil Barons
– Understand social dynamics of city life
– Food&drink venue recommendations
– Led by a local guide
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 3 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Icherisheher
- Maiden Tower
- Palace of The Shirvanshahs
- Fountains Square
- Muhammad Mosque
- Former Taghiyev School for Girls (Institute of Manuscripts of Azerbaijan)
- Baku City Executive Power
- Museum of Miniature Books
- Nizami Museum of Azerbaijan Literature
- Qoşa Qala Qapısı
- UNESCO sites
- Town Hall
- Istiglaliyyat street
- Palace of Happiness
- Ismayiliyya Palace
- Fountains Square
- Baku Old Town
Our Guides
Gani Nasirov
On arrival
- Our Meeting Point is out front of Pizza Hut/KFC at Fountains Square;
- Arrive 10 MINUTES prior to the start time;
- Look for a RED UMBRELLA to recognize the guide;
- Once the tour start, we won't be able to answer calls or SMS.
Things to note
- Operates in all weather conditions except for heavy rain and freezing snow;
- Need at least four (4) people to run tour;
- Stairs of old town cause difficulty for a wheelchair user;
- Once the tour start, we won't be able to answer calls;
- Booking is required.
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.
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