OVERVIEW
Join us on a fascinating walk through the Walled City of Baku —Icherisheher, also known as the Old Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has stood the test of time.
This living, breathing open-air museum reveals traces of Zoroastrian, Sasanian, Arabic, Persian, Shirvani, Ottoman, and Russian cultural influences. As we explore its winding alleyways, you’ll witness how centuries of history and heritage have shaped this remarkable city.
You’ll see ancient defensive walls, the iconic Maiden Tower (Giz Galasy), and many other structures dating as far back as the 6th–7th centuries BC, including the 15th-century Palace of the Shirvanshahs — a true gem of Azerbaijani architecture.
HIGHLIGHT
- Explore the UNESCO sites in Old Town
- Understand social dynamics of city life
- Soak up the atmosphere in the oldest part of the city
- Food&drink venue recommendations
- Architecture, History, Politics
- Small group experience
- Led by a local guide
ATTRACTIONS INCLUDED
- UNESCO site of Baku of Old Town (Icharishahar)
- Maiden Town
- Shirvanshahs Palaces
- Muhammad Mosque
- Miniature Book Museum
- Azerxalcha Carpet Showroom
- Haji Gayib Bath House
- ABAD Shop
- Two-Storey Caravanserai
BOOKING is REQUIRED! LANGUAGE: English
MEETING POINT & START TIMES
Out front of KFC at Fountains Square. (click to see on Google Map)
Oct-Mar at 15:00 PM.
Apr-Sept at 11:00 AM
TIPPING
This tour is entirely based on tips. How much you tip is completely up to you. You decide at the end of the tour how much you think it is worth, or what the amount is that guide deserves as an appreciation of services provided at the end.
IMPORTANT INFO
- At least four (4) people are required to run the tour.
- The tour is offered in English.
- Operates in all weather conditions, except for harsh weather conditions.
- NOTICE: the tour is non-operational on 1 January 2026.
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