Baku Tours
Baku Old City Tour
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Baku Old City Tour

By Old City Tours
Recommended by 92% of travelers
92% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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Orient yourself to the Azerbaijan capital on a private tour to the city's main attractions. Comfortable transportation enable you complete the itinerary in just a couple of hours. Tour Batu's historic center, see manuscripts at the Miniature Books Museum, and capture the perfect panoramic photos at Lookout Point, all with your guide in tow. The excursion is also a great opportunity to get insider suggestions for the rest of your Azerbaijan vacation.
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Duration: 2–3 hours
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Live guide: Russian, English
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Highlights
  • Enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour
  • Choose a start time that suits your schedule
  • Get an insider's look at local culture and history
  • Relax in convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's not included
  • Entry/Admission - Palace of the Shirvanshahs
  • Entry/Admission - Maiden Tower


Start:Traveler pickup offered.
    Pickup details
    • We pick up from all hotels in Baku. Please contact us to inform your hotel name.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63022P3

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • Children must be accompanied by an adult
      • Dress code is smart casual
      • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63022P3

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      • Old City Tours
        1,409
        Baku, Azerbaijan
        Joined in December 2016
      • A4346FIwilliamm
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience, great customer service and superb guide!
        The tour operator let us customize our starting time for whenever suited us best, which made the realization of this tour a lot easier for us. The pickup from our hotel went smoothly. Our tour guide, Terlan, was very enthusiastic and enjoyed sharing and showing us around his beautiful city. The views were amazing, especially as it was night time. The private coach enabled us to stop wherever we wanted and as long as we liked to enjoy the views. 10/10 must do when visiting Baku.
        Written February 6, 2025
      • Discover50196106900
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Incredible experience!
        Amazing!! Really nice trip for a day! Samir is a really nice person and thoughtful touristic guide! Thank you very much for this day! ❤️
        Written February 5, 2025
      • bongzn99
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        With every penny amazing experience
        100% percent worth the money unforgettable experience thank you to SAMR my tour guide he was amazing. Insightful educative yet entertaining. Thank you so much, my friend.
        Written January 27, 2025
      • 317arpitag
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Baku trip
        I had a great experience because of my guide Namig and Mr Kerem , they were punctual, expressed sweet gesture towards everyone. Overall if someone ask me for to suggest them about a tour guide ; they will be on my list ,☺️. Thanks for making my experience pleasant!!!
        Written January 26, 2025
      • 20nabink
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing exeperience
        Today i finished my day trip with city tours. I really really love the way they treat me. I even did not have sim, internet but city tour help me to find the pickup location. I have no words for tour guide Mr.Seb. He is really nice guy, cool and he explain all the detail about the candy mountains, the culture and history of red village etc. many many thank to Mr. Seb. Hope to go you with another trip next time.
        Written January 26, 2025
      • boldb522
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Gabala experience
        Our Gabala tour was absolutely incredible, thanks to our amazing guide, Mr Nomig From start to finish, they ensured every moment was memorable. They shared fascinating insights about Gabala’s history, culture, and attractions, bringing the experience to life for us. The highlight of our trip was exploring the stunning landscapes, enjoying the cable car ride at Tufandag Mountain, Mr Nomig Guide was always patient, professional, and attentive, making sure we were comfortable and having fun throughout. If you’re visiting Gabala, having Guide Mr Nomig as your guide is a must. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-organized and unforgettable tour!
        Written January 26, 2025
      • boldb522
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Shahdag and candy mountains
        We had an unforgettable experience thanks to Mr Namig and driver karem. They were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive to every detail, making our trip smooth and enjoyable. From explaining local history to ensuring we felt comfortable during activities like the chairlift and roller coaster, their passion for their work truly stood out. They went above and beyond to personalize the experience, ensuring it was both fun and romantic for us as a couple. We can’t thank [Guide Mr Namig] enough for making this trip so special and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a professional and enthusiastic guide.
        Written January 26, 2025
      • dianepL4287OO
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Picturesque Views & a Memorable Experience!
        Picturesque views & an amazing experience! Special thanks to Samir for the incredible hospitality & professionalism and to Guli for excellent driving. Really enjoyed the snow, exhilarating little hike & delicious tea. Thanks for the marvelous memories. 🌺
        Written January 22, 2025
      • 966mhmdc
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Fantastic trip to shahdag
        The views were amazing , and we had so much fun with the activities in shahdag, special thanks to our guide Namig and our driver kerem.
        Written January 22, 2025
      • Vacation54875003322
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience ... ❤️
        Great experience fun with sabina and elmar was very kind person humble very amazing trip thank you for having us. It was very nice tour
        Written January 14, 2025
      • R5449IDkarinar
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing trip
        The views were amazing...Some special places to see and to learn about. Guide did a great job too, making an effort to show us as much as possible of the places and local life. Overall, a truly memorable experience.
        Written January 9, 2025
      • X4866KDhanam
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Everywhere was amazing nature clean air perfect food and amazing driver Samir I recommend him for everyone
        The most thing makes me comfortable and happy our driver Samir he show us everything was very helpful and kind and professional
        Written January 9, 2025
      • ivys771
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing
        I like the view in snowing mountain . New experienced. The tour guide Seb, very accommodating. I like the food. But hopefully they will bring guest in not crowded restaurants so that not too much long time to wait for the order..
        Written December 29, 2024
      • BasilP94
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Exceptional tour
        Wonderfull trip guided by namith. Thanks for making it memmorable, we got hotel pick up from alba hotel. We have covered juma masjid, gabala, and nohur lake. Did cable car in tufandag mountain resort.
        Written December 28, 2024
      • AviroopC2
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Perfect day out, thanks to Namig and Elmar
        Perfect day out with Namig. One of the very best tours we have been on. It was long day no doubt. But, very well paced. Namig gave individual attention to all the guests on the tour and no one felt left out. The itinerary itself was great. The places are mind blowing. And the village at the end was so beautiful and unpretentious. The road was tricky. But Elmar (our driver) was skilled and safe. Thank you for a wonderful and memorable day. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Baku. Regards, Aviroop 🇮🇳
        Written December 27, 2024
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      kheris s
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2024 • Family
      I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to the tour guide who provided us with a wonderful tour of Old Baku. It was an unforgettable experience, thanks to his extensive knowledge and dedication in sharing all the historical and cultural details of this beautiful city.

      We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the streets of Old Baku and listening to the stories he shared with us, which made our trip truly special. Thank you for organizing such a memorable day and for selecting a highly competent tour guide who made us feel in safe hands throughout.

      Best regards
      Written August 10, 2024
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      Hitesh Pachpor
      7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2025 • Family
      The Baku old city is very charming and there’s a lot of history associated with it. Our tour guide was Tarlan. He did a great job explaining all the details and showing us all the important parts of the old city. Recommended!
      Written January 3, 2025
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      Girish D
      Pune, India130 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2024 • Couples
      This is a must do for everyone visiting Baku! A 12th century fortress which has such charm, elegance and oozing character! Unbelievable really.

      Ali our walking tour guide was simply awesome! He was young, enthusiastic, informative, patient and mild mannered. Waited while we shopped from time to time. Helped us with almost everything we asked for. Great guy.

      All in all a super good few hours spent in a place of magnificence. Loved the tour.
      Written November 6, 2024
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      christine Puckering
      Sutton, UK9 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2020 • Couples
      We did not have the best conditions as there was pouring rain and strong winds, but I don’t think we got a lot out of the tour. Too much information on dates and unfamiliar names we simply could not take in. One piece of useful advice was not to climb the Maiden Tower, but go to Hillhead and take the funicular, which only costs 1manat each way. I short walk along the martyrs lane commemorates the massacre of Armenians by the Russians in 1990. There is an everlasting flame at the end and a great view across the city and the bay. It’s stunning at night when the flame towers are also lit with waves of changing colours.
      Written February 26, 2020
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      Dear Christine, thank You for reviewing us. Obviously You were unlucky because of weather condition on your activity date, and it looks like You are not much interested in history. Actually your review is a big disrespect to Azerbaijan and Azerbaijani citizens: Alley of Martyrs in Highland Park Baku is the cemetery and memorial park of Azerbaijani civil people who were killed on 20th January 1990 by russian soviet army. Please be informed that all formal visits to Azerbaijan Government start with the Visit to Alley of Martyrs, and we included the sight to our program to express the culture and history of Azerbaijan better or in a specific way, as we believe it will be interesting to the guests of the country.
      Written February 29, 2020
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      Jillian C
      7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A well thought out tour with a variety of sights. Well worth a visit and value for money. Great guides and very informative. Samir was a knowledgable guide with a sense of humour. Terlan took us on the old City Tour and the City Lights. Infornative and courteous. All our tours have brought Baku to life as well as giving us an insight in the lives ancient and new of Azerbaijanis
      Written December 29, 2024
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      Traveler824013
      5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Oct 2024 • Friends
      Took a tour of the Old City with guide Elshan on October 29, 24. Very interesting tour, learned a lot about the history of Azerbaijan, interesting personalities, traditions, customs, crafts, etc. Elshan is very friendly, literate, led the tour slowly, thoroughly. He gave me the opportunity to go into the gift shops, took his time, drove nowhere
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      Written November 1, 2024
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      Gurudas N
      Pune, India49 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2024 • Solo
      The old city walk is an amazing experience. I was guided by Terian, a young chap who knew their history well! Do have a freshly squeezed Pomegranate juice, it's very tasty and nourishing.
      This tour agency is reliable and good. Thanks.
      Written November 15, 2024
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      colleenanny
      Dubai, United Arab Emirates21 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      May 2022 • Friends
      Very informative and fun walking tour with our guide Alex. We enjoyed listening to Old Baku's interesting history & we went top of the Maiden tower to see the beautiful panoramic view of Baku & Caspian sea. We had pomegranate wine tasting and he gave us enough time souvenir shopping. Thank you!
      Written May 23, 2022
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      Yelena P
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sep 2024 • Family
      The tour was amazing with professional guy Farid Pasha. Old town is beautiful and historical place. We got a lot of information about this wonderful place. We would like to come back to this incredible city.’
      Written September 18, 2024
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      leigh
      15 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2018 • Solo
      Tour was advertised as approximately 3-4 hrs and was only 2. The tour included pick up and drop off - which is the reason I chose this company as I was travelling on my own, it was my first day in the city and didn’t want to worry about how I would get back to the hotel. At the end of the tour I asked the guide if they were dropping me back at the hotel to which she replied “no, it is not included”, but she went out on the road and organised a taxi - but that added to the expense of the tour. The tour also did not go to all the places advertised - the miniature books museum is closed on Thursdays (there’s a sign on the door) the guide should have known this, also we did not go to Highland Park. So I was a bit disappointed as tours are not cheap, needless to say I chose other companies for my other tours. The tour guide was pleasant though.
      Written August 9, 2018
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