Old and Modern Baku Private Tour

4 hours Private tour

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About this activity

On this 4-hour private tour, you'll discover the sights of Baku, Azerbaijan's capital city steeped in history. Along with the famous Maiden Tower, you'll see ancient baths and the stunning Shirvanshahs' Palace in the old city. Then discover modern Baku on the Baku National Boulevard, ending with a panoramic stop in Highland Park.

Private tour of modern and old Baku.

Explore both the traditional and modern sides of the city.

Enjoy a personalized journey with plenty of time to ask questions.

Relax with private door-to-door transportation from your hotel in Baku.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: taxiGo Limo Airport Service

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Professional local tour guide in Baku
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Pick up and drop off at the hotels

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees

Itinerary

Gosha Gala Tower

10 min

First you will get short historical information about Baku city from Stone Age period.
Baku Old City

50 min

Guests will walk through the streets in Old City and witness Medival age's heritages of Baku.
Juma Mosque

10 min

Visit Juma Mosque, which was built at 15th century.
Palace of the Shirvanshahs

15 min Admission not included

See the Palace of the Shirvanshahs is a 15th-century palace built by the Shirvanshahs and described by UNESCO as one of the pearls of Azerbaijan's architecture.
Ismailiyya Palace

15 min

The Ismailiyya Palace is a historical building that currently serves as the Presidium of the Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. It is located on Istiglaliyyat Street in Baku.
Martyrs' Lane

30 min

Visit uppland park and see best panoramic view of the city.
Fairmont Baku, Flame Towers

30 min

Visit Flame towers when the led lights turned on.
Highland Park

30 min

Highland Park, located in the heart of Baku and one of the favorite leisure places of the local residents, is regarded as one of the most beautiful parks of the capital city for a long time.İt is the highest Point of the city where you can see the best panoramic view of the Baku. Another commonly known name of the park among people is Viewing Square. In Soviet era, this park was named after Sergei Kirov. The one particular reason that makes the Highland Park unique is that it has a panorama looking over the city, Baku bay, Seaside National Park stretching along the bay. Back in 30s of XX century when the general layout of Baku was in progress, this very fact was assumed as a basis and it was taken into account that the Highland Park built in this area would play an important role in general architectural composition. The park was built in the place of the old graveyard based on the design of architect Ilyin using the rich variety of limestone of the quarries of Baku.
Baku Boulevard

Passing by

Baku Boulevard is a promenade established in 1909 which runs parallel to Baku's seafront. Its history goes back more than 100 years, to a time when Baku oil barons built their mansions along the Caspian shore and when the seafront was artificially built up inch by inch.
Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum

30 min Admission not included

It is displayed and explained a superb collection of Azerbaijani rugs, this 2014 museum building is itself designed like a stylised roll of carpet.
Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center

20 min

Heydar Aliyev center - In 2007, Zaha Hadid was appointed as the design architect of the Center after a competition. The Center houses a conference hall (auditorium), a gallery hall and a museum. The project is intended to play an integral role in the intellectual life of the city. Located close to the city center, the site plays a pivotal role in the redevelopment of Baku.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Parkside Hotel & Apartments
Guest House Inn & Hostel
La Corne Hotel Baku
Atropat Old City Hotel
Theatrum Hotel Baku
Maestro Address Hotel
Emerald Suite Hotel
Radisson Hotel Baku
NH Nizami Hotel
Caspian Guest House
City Park Hotel Baku
Antique Hotel

and 836 more pickup points

The driver will meet you at the Baku hotels or at the city center with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Private tour for 3 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Private tour for 1 passenger

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Driver-Only Tour

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.

Pickup included
Private tour for 2 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Private tour for 6 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Private tour for 4 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Private tour for 7 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included
Private tour for 5 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transport to and from Baku hotels.

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Baku.

Pickup included