Baku: Historic and Modern Baku Tour Baku: Historic and Modern Baku Group Tour
ID: GYG306348-536643
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore the architecture and heritage sites of Baku on a group or private guided tour.
This spectacular tour is made up of three parts and will first show you examples of medieval architecture in Baku from the 12th century, followed by more recent architectural developments.
The excursion will begin by the entrance gates to Gosha Gala Gapisi in the Old City. The Old City is a UNESCO world-heritage listed site and is almost an open-air museum with many sights to see.
After that, you will get to see some of the 19th and 20th-Century buildings in the city, which are mainly linked to the oil boom and the history of the Russian Empire. The final part of the tour discusses the Soviet occupation of Azerbaijan and life in Baku today.
All the key parts in the old city are covered during the Baku tour, such as the Maiden Tower, Juma Mosque, and Shirvansah's Palace, along with a Funicular ticket.
Highlights
- Walk through the ancient streets of the Old City
- See the architecture from the oil boom period
- Visit Upland Park to see the best panoramic views of Baku
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• In the Old City part of the tour, you will have to walk through narrow streets and on steps
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
The guide will be waiting in front of the Double Gates; Gosha Gala Gapisi, Aziz Aliyev St, Baku.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
