Baku: Old City Icherisheher & City Center tour Baku: the Old City Icherisheher & the center of Baku
ID: GYG644365-1068554
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Begin your adventure in the heart of Baku's Old City, Icherisheher - the heart of Baku and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After that explore the historical sights of the city center of Baku.
Baku is a city that blends Eastern and Western architecture and traditions.
Here you can experience the charm of the medieval city of Icherisheher, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the lively streets of central Baku, reminiscent of Lisbon and Paris.
With a professional tour guide you will walk through narrow streets of the Old City Icherisheher to learn about the heritage of the great Shirvanshahs and explore the main historical sights of ancient Baku.
Here cobbled streets wind past ancient landmarks like the iconic Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Azerbaijan as you wander through centuries-old architecture, discovering the tales embedded in each stone.
Next, we will immerse you in the oil history of Baku, guiding you through mansions from the time of the first oil boom (late 19th century).
You will learn about the lives of the great oil magnates, whose stories are intertwined with the history of Baku. In this part of Baku, the atmosphere is more reminiscent of a European city while maintaining its charm.
The tour is conducted by a professional tour guide with many years of experience. He will accompany you all the way and will tell you fascinating facts and legends of the city and the stories of prominent people.
Additionally, you may take part in a traditional tea ceremony, and visit the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history of Azerbaijan.
- Learn the history of Baku's Old City Icherisheher, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Learn about the lives of the great oil magnates from the late 19th century.
- Interact with the city and better experience its flavor.
- Professional tour guide and quality content.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place in any weather (if it rains, it may be rescheduled or cancelled).
You will walk about 5 kilometers and pass several stairs.
Your guide will be holding a "re:action concept" sign.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.