Intro to Baku: Signature Baku Welcoming Tour

Walk through historic parts of Baku and discover the history of impressive buildings. You will stroll through the main parts of the city built by medieval kings, oil barons and soviet rulers. Signature Baku Welcoming Tour is a perfect introduction for first time visitors, who want to get excited about the city. You will learn more about the country, its daily life and see Oriental, Italian, French, Polish and Russian influences on the look of the city. Enjoy guided tour, interesting stories and exquisite sights with our friendly local tour guide. As you discover iconic places, you will hear lots of stories about the colorful people of Baku and the evolvement of the city throughout the years.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Istiglaliyyat Street, Baku Azerbaijan

Right after meeting you at Icharishahar metro station, your guide will give you a brief welcoming introduction of the city and the tour. We will start walking by the historical landmarks that shaped the look of Baku since early 1900s and learn how such diversity endured tragic and thrilling events.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Baku Old City, Neftchilar Ave, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan

Entering the Old City Walls of Baku, we will learn more about historical division of the city and daily life of modest Bakuvians.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Zamkovskaya Side-street, 76 Icherisheher, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan

This tour would be incomplete without a short stop by Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the residence of ancient Azerbaijani kingdom. Dive into Islamic civilization and Medieval times.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Maiden Tower, Downtown Baku Old City, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan

Another attraction we won't miss is the Maiden Tower, built in the south-east part of Icharishahar. Hear about its history and legends standing behind it.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Nizami str. /Tarqovi, Nizami street, Baku Azerbaijan

Soon after seeing the Maiden Tower, we will head to the central Torgovaya street, which once has been the main trading street of Baku and where people from all classes, religions and nations would meet.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Baku Boulevard, Neftchilar avenue, Baku Azerbaijan

Our last stop will be Baku Seaside Boulevard. The tour guide will give you useful tips to magnify your memorable experience in Baku.

Duration: 10 minutes