This self-guided walk through Baku’s Old City is designed for travellers who want to understand what they’re seeing, not just pass by it. You’ll move through Icherisheher understanding the history carved into its walls, mosques, bathhouses, and caravanserais—at a pace that’s entirely your own.
Along the way, the tour connects Baku’s biggest landmarks with quieter, easily missed details like the fortress gates that controlled Silk Road trade, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and the city’s most enigmatic symbol, the Maiden Tower. You will also hear about poets, dervishes, artists, and merchants who shaped the city’s culture.
This format works especially well in a place like Baku. You can pause for tea, step inside museums or linger for photos.
It’s ideal for first-time visitors who want context and independent explorers who prefer flexibility. With over 20,000 travellers worldwide having used our tours, and a refund guarantee, you can confidently book this tour to uncover Baku’s secrets.