Baku Architecture Walking Tour

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.

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 Size	Group Price
1 pax	75 AZN
2 pax	130 AZN
3 pax	150 AZN
4 pax	200 AZN
5 pax	250 AZN
6 pax	300 AZN
7 pax	350 AZN
8 pax	400 AZN
9 pax	450 AZN
10 pax	500 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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