Baku by Night: Small-Group Walking Tour

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About this activity

Explore night view of Baku city on “Baku Night Tour”. See panorama of the city and enjoy a walk in the city boulevard. You will get a chance to see old parts of the city, as well as modern buildings located nearby. Flame Towers and the city bay panorama will make your tour exquisite and memorable. After the funicular ride and exploring Martyrs Lane, walk through the boulevard to enjoy the fresh air and see the beautiful night view of Maiden Tower. The last stop (optional) will be a seaside restaurant or tea house where you can taste Azerbaijani local beer or tea depending on your choice. This 3-hour night tour will be an amazing experience for first time visitors who enjoy serene night walks.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English, Spanish
Operated by: Baku Explorer

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Fortress Walls of Icheri Sheher

15 min

Meet with your tour guide at the central Ichersheher metro station. You will pass through old city walls, built in 12th century by the ancient kingdom of Shirvanshahs. From there we’ll walk through the Philarmony garden and see the building of Philarmony, built in 1912 and inspired by the design of Monte Carlo casino.
Baku Funicular

one hour Admission included

After 15 minutes walk we’ll arrive to the Funicular and take a train to the hilltop of the city. There you will be able to enjoy the city bay view in its fullest and take nice photos. The outstanding modern towers of Baku – the Flame Towers are located in this area. You will also get a chance to visit The Martyrs Lane and get informed about its history and significance for Azerbaijani people. We will also visit Uphill Park ("Daghustu Park") when coming back from the Martyrs Lane.
Martyrs' Lane

15 min

Martyrs' Lane, formerly known as the Kirov Park, is a cemetery and memorial in Baku, Azerbaijan dedicated to those killed by the Soviet Army during Black January 1990 and in the Nagorno-Karabakh War of 1988–1994.
Fairmont Baku, Flame Towers

10 min

Flame Towers is a trio of skyscrapers in Baku. Towers representing flames symbolize fire as a sign of Ahura Mazda in Zoroastrianism. The building was featured in Extreme Engineering, a documentary television series that airs on the Discovery Channel and the Science Channel.
Baku Boulevard

40 min Admission not included

Mesmerized by the city view, we will head back to the city center and walk through the city boulevard with the guide. "Baku Venice" and Carpet Museum are also located in the boulevard. We will pass by the ancient and mystical monument - the Maiden Tower, a must-see ancient monument included in the UNESCO Historical Heritage List. You will learn more about its history, different stories about its real architect and legends behind it.

At the end of the tour you can decide to taste local beer or tea by the shores of Caspian Sea, where you can enjoy fresh air and serene view of the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Tour departs from the exit of Icharishahar metro station (there is only one exit/entrance). Your guide will have a badge with his name and Baku Tours logo on it.

Exact meeting point: http://bit.ly/IchariMeet

End point

Tour ends at Tosca restaurant, close to "Sahil" metro station.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Private Tour

Private tour: Private walking tour (hotel pickup and drop off included)
Baku by Night: Walking Tour

3-hour night tour to see Baku city panorama from up the hills and enjoy walking at the city bay. Enjoy the fresh air of the boulevard and see beautiful night view of ancient and modern Baku.
Night tour with a car

Night tour with a car: Private vehicle to explore the city. Good for people who prefer less walking. You will also see Heydar Aliyev Center.