Location: Baku
Top Things to do in Baku
The 10 Best Things to Do in Baku, Azerbaijan
The historical center of Baku reveals its tumultuous past, from its roots as a Persian capital, through its oil boom to its Soviet occupation. The old city is a maze of alleys, mosques, historic buildings and remnants of fortification, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and the Maiden Tower, now listed among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Much more than a historic site, the city hosts vibrant arts and cultural activities, as well as a bustling modern business sector.
Restaurants in Baku
1. Baku Boulevard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bean618 - Baku, Baki, Azerbaijan
There are lots of imported tropical and desert plants littering the flower beds on the bulvar. Along with many local cafes and snack stands, old fashioned carnival rides and fun free activities like giant chess sets, you can also find a mall with a grocery store, cleaners, and mainstream stores. When the weather is nice, sitting out with a beer and a snack is a nice weekend treat.
2. Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By serengetix - Turkey
It was quite impressive place that I have ever visited. The art and the history come together and become a futuristic place. It worths to pay for entry, you will like it if you are a man of art lover.
3. Old City Baku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Pradeep_Sagar - Dubai
Beautiful. Just go there, walk around and chill. What a magical place!!! There are very interesting restaurants, narrow alleys, and a lot of history.
4. Philharmonic Fountain Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
This beautiful park is a nice resting spot just outside the old city walls, when you finished exploring the old town, on your way to the funicular leading up to the Upland park.
Out of many Fountains in Baku, this one seemed the most beautiful. During the Soviet times it was called the Governors Park.
5. Upland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 271 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
As its name says this park is on a hill, in fact steep hill. To avoid a heavy climb I suggest taking a taxi up.
From the park there are excellent views of Flame Towers which are very close and whole Baku beneath you. Due to a hilly position park is winding and on cascades with many stairs, but very nice. Plenty of terrific photo ops. From the top there's around 30 min down to sea level, very pleasant walk.
6. Dagustu Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By I Nyoman A - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
What a Stunning view....
Impressed by the view from the park. It's totally cool, the panoramic view is awesome. Day visit either night visit are great, when you have day visit you can see the relaxing blue color from the sea and sky and green color from the trees spread around the city are perfect.
You probably could stay here for hours, so be ready with your snack and your drink since no shop (minimarket) but restaurant yes. Just before get the site there is a small shop which will be good for you to load your snack supply before heading the place.
There are funicular that will take you up, but that time not working, so walk, stepping the stairs is the cheapest option, or just take taxi that will offer you to get on the site.
7. Flame Towers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By JKK83 - India
Flame Towers is skyscrapers in Baku, Azerbaijan, including the tallest in the country, which represents the country is rich on natural gas. The height may be of 180 m. The buildings consist of apartments, a hotel and office blocks
8. Gobustan Rock Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 731 reviews
Reviewed By Muhammad U
If you like ancient history then it's a must. I personally liked it. Took local bus from Baku to Gobustan and then hired taxi for Gobustan National Park and mud volcanoes. Loved the trip. If you're in Azerbaijan, then it's a must visit.
9. Fountain Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 778 reviews
Reviewed By Girish_Gulgulia
Located in down town Of Baku its an important landmark.
It is an attractive tourist destination with many boutiques, restaurants, shops, hotels and passage.
Evening timing is when a lot of people come to the nearby area fir dinner shopping or jus to laze around.
The Fountains square is a location where the city authorities hold many public festivals, shows and celebrations.
10. Miniature Books
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 249 reviews
Reviewed By TheShis - Tel Aviv, Israel
This is a quirky shop-like museum for miniature books from all corners of the globe.
The books are nicely laid out in glass cabinets, divided to themes.
The entrance is free and you can easily enjoy a couple of minutes here, while visiting the old city.
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