Free Tour of Main Highlights of Old & Modern Baku

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Provided by: Gaya Namazli
Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
White Fountain Park
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
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Overview

Join this immersive walking tour and discover Baku’s rich blend of ancient heritage and modern charm. We start from the front of the White Fountain Park and dive into the Old City. Visit the Archaeological Park (inside), Baku Khan’s Palace Complex (free entrance), and pass the Underground Bathhouse, Double Gates, and Hasan Bay Zardabi Monument. See the Archaeological & Ethnography Museum, Sailors’ House, and Kamil Aliyev House Museum (all outside). Enjoy stops at the Cats’ House, Contemporary Art Center, Multani & Buxara Caravanserais, Arched Religious Complex, and 15th-Century Bathhouse. Explore Varfolomey Church Ruins, Maiden Tower, Imam Gulu School, Two-Storeyed Caravanserai, Ashur Mosque, Cuma Mosque, Mammadovs’ Home, Vaqif Mustafazadeh Museum, Muhammad Mosque, and Beyler Mosque. Highlights continue with the Shirvanshahs' Palace, the Museum of Miniature Books, the Aliaga Vahid Statue, Sabir Park, the Ismailiyya Palace, the Yusif Mammadaliyev Monument, the Tagiyev Girls’ School, and the Executive Power Building.

Modern part includes Philharmonia Park, Azneft Square, Baku Boulevard, Mini-Venice, Carpet Museum, Flame Towers and Highland Park. A truly complete Baku experience!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Bakı xanlarının sarayı kompleksi
  • White Fountain Park
  • Philarmonia Garden
  • Muhammad Mosque
  • Museum of Miniature Books
  • Maiden Tower
  • Haji Bani Bath complex
  • Palace of The Shirvanshahs
  • Multan Karvansarayi
  • Ismailiyya Palace
  • Small Caravanserai
  • Baku City Executive Power
  • Bukhara Caravanserai
  • Azerbaijan Carpet Museum
  • Juma Mosque
  • Gates of Baku
  • Baylar Mosque
  • Museum of Archaeology and Ethnography
  • Martyrs' Lane
  • Flame Towers
  • Alley of Martyrs Mosque
  • Highland Park
  • Heydar Aliyev Centre
  • Boulevard
  • Old City Baku
  • New Parliament Building

Our Guides

Qaya Namazli — Guide of Free Tour of Main Highlights of Old & Modern Baku, Azerbaijan
Qaya Namazli

Meeting point

White Fountain Park

On arrival

Meeting Point: White Fountain Park
Our meeting point is White Fountain Park. This charming and small park is located in the heart of Baku, just a short walk from Nizami Street and the Old City.
Look for the distinctive white marble fountain at the center — it's an easy and beautiful landmark to find. Please wait near the fountain, where your guide will meet you before the tour begins.

Its peaceful atmosphere, central location, and surrounding cafes make it a perfect place to start your journey through Baku.
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to ensure a smooth and timely start.

Things to note

Important Booking Notes:
Your guide will accompany you for approximately 3 hours (5 hours in the morning tours on Saturday and Sunday), offering local insights, assistance, and dedicated attention throughout the tour.

The Heydar Aliyev Center is included exclusively in the morning tours on Saturdays and Sundays. To ensure you don't miss this architectural masterpiece, we recommend scheduling your tour accordingly. The tour duration will be extended from 3 hours to 5 hours when the Heydar Aliyev Center is included on Saturdays and Sundays. The tour will end at the Heydar Aliyev Center, giving our guests the option to purchase tickets and visit inside if they wish, or conclude the tour there.
If you’re satisfied with the experience, a fair and kind tip is always appreciated, as it supports passionate local guides and makes a meaningful difference.
I appreciate your understanding and support!

Rating
9.9
Organisation
10.0
Atmosphere
10.0
Content
10.0
Guide
10.0
Usefulness
10.0
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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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