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Baku Soviet Architecture & Mosaics Tour

Tour Overview

Baku Soviet Architecture and Mosaics Marvels Tour combines a tour with visits to iconic Soviet-era architectural landmarks in a walking tour and hunting the soviet mosaic marvels with a minivan. We explore the social-cultural-leisure heart of downtown Baku with focus on evolution of the Soviet Architecture in Baku. We will discuss urban policies and propagandas that influences architectural movements in Baku, Azerbaijan. Later we visit famous various neighbourhoods to delve into riches of Soviet mosaic marvels in Baku with all their symbolisim and role in soviet propaganda.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Soviet Art and Architecture on full-day
  • Drive around the city to spot Soviet mosaics
  • Understand Soviet times and Pop-Culture in Baku
  • Baku’s Soviet-era iconic landmarks
  • Led by a local guide/expert

What to Expect

This unique urban exploration tour dives deep into the Soviet-era cultural, architectural, and artistic soul of Baku. Start by walking through the lively central streets, where Soviet-era monuments stand beside modern pop-culture icons, and hear tales of revolutionary transformation. You’ll visit landmarks such as Fountains Square, the iconic Monolith Building, the former Lenin Museum, and hidden gems like Café Pearl and Landau’s House. After a quick bite or coffee break, the afternoon continues with a curated mosaic-themed tour by transport—featuring striking Soviet mosaics from Bayil to Ganjlik, including tributes to space exploration, the Olympic movement, and labor history. This tour offers a rare glimpse into Baku’s layered past through architecture and public art, perfect for lovers of design, history, and urban storytelling. Expect an enriching mix of nostalgia, discovery, and visual intrigue across two contrasting halves of the city.

Price of Tour

Group SizePrice per Group (AZN)
1 pax300
2 pax370
3 pax420
4 pax470
5 pax520
6 pax560
7 pax600
8 pax650
9 pax700
10 pax750

Itinerary

TimeActivity
9:30Meet your guide out front of Icherisheher metrostation; welcome coffee & introduction to Baku’s Soviet legacy.
10:00–12:00Walking Module 1: Exploring early Soviet constructivist, Stalinist façades and modernism landmark in downtown.
12:00–13:00Break on own with company of the guide.
13:00–16:30Minivan Module: Drive to various neighbourhoods of Baku to marvel street-level mosaics.
16:30–17:00Conclusion: Return to central Baku and drop off at hotel
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Baku Soviet Architecture Guided Walking Tour

Soviet Architecture Tour in Baku

OVERVIEW

Step into Baku’s dramatic Soviet architectural tapestry—where concrete, ornamentation, and ideology intersect in stone and steel. From the early avant-garde experiments of the 1920s to the monumental classicism of Stalin’s era and the bold modernism of the 1960s-80s, this guided walking tour unfolds as a journey through time, witnessing how architecture echoed politics, dreams, propaganda, and everyday life in the Azerbaijan SSR.

Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious traveler, this tour promises immersive insight and visual wonder. By the end, you’ll see Baku — its buildings, its streets, its mosaics — not just as structures, but as books of memory, ideology, and artistry.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore downtown on 2.5-hour architecture walking tour
  • Gain architecture insights into daily life under Soviet rule
    • Constructivist Beginnings: early 1920s experiments in geometric design and social purpose.
    • Stalinist Grandeur: imposing neoclassical architecture symbolizing Soviet power and optimism.
    • Modernist Landmarks: the architectural language of a new Soviet modernity.
    • Mosaics & Public Art: discover propaganda turned into beauty through colour, symbolism, and local craft.
  • Discover the work of leading Azerbaijani architects
  • Uncover hidden gems and lesser-known architectural wonders of Baku’s Soviet era.

MEETING POINT & START TIMES

Out front of Icherisheher Metrostation (click to see on Google Map)

Start times: 11AM, 3PM & 6PM

PRICE

Group SizeGroup Price
1 pax90 AZN
2 pax140 AZN
3 pax180 AZN
4 pax200 AZN
5 pax250 AZN
6 pax300 AZN
7 pax350 AZN
8 pax400 AZN
9 pax450 AZN
10 pax500 AZN

TOUR INCLUDES

  • Guided sightseeing program
  • Local certified guide

IMPORTANT INFO

  • Duration of the walking tour 2.5-hours
  • Start time is 11AM, 3PM & 6PM
  • Tour is offered in English
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • Subject to confirmation within 24 hours.
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BAKU GUIDED ARCHITECTURE TOUR

Baku Old Town Tour Group

OVERVIEW

Baku is renowned for its magnificent architectural monuments and some of its most impressive architecture dates back to the 12th century. In this private architecture walking tour, you will witness some of the city’s most stunning buildings—and learn more about Baku’s centuries-long architectural history with the unique quality of synthesizing both European and Asian architectural styles: Medieval Baku in Old Town (Oriental Architecture), Oil Boom Baku (Neo-Classical Architecture/Eclecticism), Socialist Baku (Soviet Architecture) and Baku Futurism.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore Baku’s Architecture Heritage on walking tour
  • History of Baku’s Architectural Evolution
  • Understand socio-cultural dynamics of Baku
  • Best Architectural landmarks for memorable photos
  • Led by local guide
  • Customized tour to suit your preferences and ensure a personalized experience

PRICE

Number of PaxPrice per Pax
1 person55 AZN

TOUR INCLUDES

  • Guided private sightseeing program
  • local certified guide
  • A cup of tea at a local community cafe

IMPORTANT INFO

  • Duration of the walking tour 2.5/3-hours
  • Start times are 10AM, 3PM
  • Tour is offered in English and Azerbaijani;
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • Subject to confirmation within 24 hours.
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OLD TOWN PRIVATE WALKING TOUR

Baku Old Town Tour Group

OVERVIEW

Gain a vivid understanding of Baku’s layered history — from its ancient Zoroastrian roots to Persian, Arabic, Ottoman, Russian, and modern influences. Feel the past in its narrow alleys, see it in the iconic Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and hear it in the legends brought to life by your local expert guide.

This private walking experience takes you through one of the most remarkable historic urban ensembles in the world — a UNESCO-listed Old Town that remains alive and vibrant, still home to local families and communities.

As you explore, you won’t just learn about dates and dynasties — you’ll feel how Baku became the city it is today. You’ll learn to read its walls like a history book, understand its architecture as a cultural language, and sense the timeless rhythm of life inside its ancient fortress walls.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage on walking tour
  • History and Legends about Baku Old Town
  • Best scenic spots for memorable photos
  • Soak up the atmosphere in Medieval Walled town
  • Led by local expert guide

WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY

  • A deeper connection to Baku — You’ll see the city differently, recognizing details, symbols, and stories hidden in plain sight.
  • Rich historical understanding — From ancient Zoroastrian religion and Silk Road merchants to modern families still living here.
  • Moments of genuine emotion — A glimpse into a courtyard garden, a conversations that echo footsteps on medieval cobblestone.
  • A sense of place — Knowing how this UNESCO-listed neighborhood became the spiritual and cultural heart of Azerbaijan.

PRICE

Group SizeGroup Price
1-2 pax130 AZN
3 pax140 AZN
4-5 pax150 AZN
6-7 pax170 AZN
8 pax180 AZN
9 pax190 AZN
10 pax200 AZN
11-12 pax220 AZN
13-14 pax230 AZN
15 pax240 AZN

TOUR INCLUDES

  • Guided private sightseeing program
  • local certified guide

IMPORTANT INFO

  • Duration of the walking tour 2-hour
  • Start times are 11AM, 1PM, 5PM & 7PM
  • Tour is offered in English and Azerbaijani;
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • Subject to confirmation within 24 hours.
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BAKU OIL HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Baku Oil History and Heritage Walking Tour

OVERVIEW & HIGHLIGHTS

Discover the fascinating legacy of Baku’s oil industry on this immersive walking tour through the heart of downtown Baku. As one of the olders oil-producing regions, Baku has played a pivotal role in shaping global energy history in the late XIX and early XX century. This tour takes you on a journey through time, exploring the architectural and cultural landmarks that tell the story of the city’s transformation into the “Oil Academy.”

During this guided tour, you’ll explore landmarks that tell the story of Baku’s oil boom, including:

🔹 The Oil Baron Mansions – Marvel at the grand residences of 19th-century oil tycoons, known as the “Oil Barons,” who transformed Baku into a thriving cosmopolitan hub.
🔹 The Nobel Brothers’ Legacy – Learn about the Swedish Nobel family, their contribution to the oil industry, and their impact on Baku’s development.
🔹 Soviet and Modern Oil Influence – See how Baku’s oil industry evolved under Soviet rule and continues to shape Azerbaijan’s economy today.

Led by an expert guide, this tour offers a unique insight into how oil shaped Baku’s skyline, culture, and economy. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about the city’s rich past, this walk will bring Baku’s oil heritage to life.

MEETING POINT & START TIMES

Out front of Icherisheher Metrostation (click to see on Google Map)

Start times: 10AM, 3PM & 6PM

PRICE

Group SizeGroup Price
1 pax75 AZN
2 pax130 AZN
3 pax150 AZN
4 pax200 AZN
5 pax250 AZN
6 pax300 AZN
7 pax350 AZN
8 pax400 AZN
9 pax450 AZN
10 pax500 AZN

TOUR INCLUDES

  • Guided sightseeing program
  • Local certified guide

IMPORTANT INFO

  • At least two (2) people required
  • Duration of the walking tour 2.5-hours
  • Seasonal start times: 10AM, 3PM & 6 PM
  • Tour is offered in English
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • Subject to confirmation within 24 hours.
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