Baku City Tour (Group or Private)
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 30 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Baku City Tour (Group or Private) worth booking?
Baku City Tour (Group or Private) is a 3-hour experience in Baku, Azerbaijan, from $12 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (30)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $12 per person
Baku city tour that covers the top attractions in the city of Wind. You will see famous squares and monuments from the comfort of your air-conditioned vehicle with commentary of a professional local guide. At Highland Pa
What you get
- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- Transport by Mercedes-Benz air-conditioned minivan or sprinter
- Professional Tour guide service : English, Russian,Japanese -speaking
- Pickup and drop-off service from accommodation(in Baku only)
About this experience
Baku city tour that covers the top attractions in the city of Wind. You will see famous squares and monuments from the comfort of your air-conditioned vehicle with commentary of a professional local guide. At Highland Park, your sightseeing tour across the Baku will start. Take a fresh breeze of the Caspian Sea and take incredible panoramic views of illuminated Baku and admire the miraculous architectural mix of east and west contrasts.Next,the Carpet Museum “ City of Flying carpets” (the first of its kind in the world), where you can see examples of Azerbaijan’s seven schools of weaving. You will proceed to the National Flag Square, and then ,along the Baku Boulevard you will see Little Venice, the Government house,Baku Ferris Wheel ,also known as Baku Eye you can enjoy panoramic views of Baku Flame Towers. The final destination will be Heydar Aliyev Center-one of the most beautiful building in the world, designed by English Iragi architect Zaha Hadid.
What's included
Included
- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- Transport by Mercedes-Benz air-conditioned minivan or sprinter
- Professional Tour guide service : English, Russian,Japanese -speaking
- Pickup and drop-off service from accommodation(in Baku only)
Not included
- Entry/Admission - all museums
- Any other personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Gosha Gala Tower
You'll start at Gosha Gala Tower or you can also get picked up from your accommodation.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Highland Park
Highland Park, also called Viewing Park is considered one of the most beautiful parks in Baku City. The naming Viewing Square is not accidental – the whole Baku, including its Maiden Tower, Flame Towers, Flag Square, etc. are seen from the Highland Park – the panorama is charming! There you can take rest by breathing fresh air, viewing the city, drinking tea in the Highland Park Café , while listening to the classic lounge music. It’s the best place to relax, that is located right in the heart of Baku.
30 minutes here
Fairmont Baku, Flame Towers
The iconic Flame Towers is a trio of skyscrapers in Baku, Azerbaijan, the height of the tallest tower is 182 m. Baku nights wouldn’t be the same without the spectacularly illuminated Flame Towers – the trio of flame-shaped skyscrapers that dominate the city’s modern skyline. Given their elevated location, the Flame Towers are visible from almost anywhere in the city, however for the best views and to get the most ‘Instagrammable’ images head to the Seaside Boulevard and Highland Park. The towers symbolise the eternally burning fires that made Baku an ancient centre of fire worshipping and at night their facades bring the flames to life with the help of some 10,000 LED lights.
10 minutes here
Martyrs' Lane
Martyrs' Lane, Alley of Martyrs or Səhidlər Xiyabanı formerly The Kirov Park, is a cemetery and memorial in Baku. Pay tribute to victims of Sofiet aggression at the Alley of Martyrs, an alley of black granite tombstones and a memorial to those killed by the Soviet Army in January 1990. An estimated number of 15,000 people are buried in the cemetery park. You'll also see graves from the Nagorno-Garabagh conflict (1988-1994), which was an ethnic and territorial conflict between Armenians and Azeris, a memorial to Turkish troops who opposed the Bolsheviks during the 1918 Battle of Baku, and a plaque with the names of 47 British soldiers killed in 1918-1919.Thousands of people visit the place daily to pay their respect for the fighters for independence and for the innocent victims of the monstrous events.The Alley of Martyrs is one of the parts of the protocol visit of the foreign public officials visiting Azerbaijan.
10 minutes here
Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum
The Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum “ City of Flying carpets” (the first of its kind in the world), where you can see examples of Azerbaijan’s seven schools of weaving and was created in 1967 and is one of Baku’s modern architectural icons. Shaped like a rolled-up carpet, the eye-catching building was designed by Austrian architect Franz Janz and opened in 2014. Today, the Museum is home to the largest collection of Azerbaijani carpets in the world – over 6,000 those on display mainly date from between the 17th and 20th centuries and are arranged according to style and region. In addition, the museum displays lots more carpet products and handicrafts such as embroideries, costumes, copper artworks, jewellery art, as well as contemporary works of glass, wood, and felt. Also you can see how Azerbaijani carpets are made during live demonstrations, learn about the legendary Azerbaijani carpet designer Latif Karimov, and purchase souvenirs in the gift shop.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Baku Boulevard
The Baku Seaside Boulevard, construction of which started back in 1909, is considered to be one of the longest promenades on the planet.The total length of the Seaside Boulevard is now 25 kilometers. Baku Boulevard is not only about strollers, green areas, park benches and the sea; there are quite few very interesting buildings located there: a 75 meter- high parachute jump tower, the new Carpet Museum (built in the shape of a rolled-up carpet), the International Mugham (Azerbaijani national music) Centre, and even the charming“Baku Venice” waterway and canal complex where you can ride in a gondola.
15 minutes here
Little Venice
The Little Venice in Baku is the great & clean refreshing park to walk and relax with kids or the family. Back in 60s the mayor of Baku Alish Lambaranski who was inspired by his trip to Venice in Italy, decided to create similar experience in Baku. The town has two large and several small islands, which are connected by decorative stone bridges and you can take a ride in gandolas (venetian boats), take the pictures, and just enjoy the trip.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Government House
The Government House raised in the Soviet era, between 1936 and 1952, on the designs of Lev Rudnev (also the main architect of the main building of State University in Moscow) and V. O. Munts. The building is occupied now by offices of different governmental organisations.
5 minutes here
National Flag Square
In September 2010, the world's tallest flagpole (then 162m) was installed at the Bulvar's southern tip.You can stroll around but not climb the huge base-mound, and the whole area is pleasant for gentle bicycle rides – rental agents available near the Caspian Waterfront Mall.
5 minutes here
Baku Ferris Wheel
Baku Ferris Wheel also known as the Baku Eye and Devils Wheel is a ferris wheel on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku capital of Azerbaijan.The wheel was built by the Dutch company Dutch Wheels and it was opened on 10 March 2014 by the Azerbaijani president Ilham Aliyev. The wheel is 60 metres (200 ft) tall and has 30 cabins, each holding eight people. It makes a complete turn in 30 to 40 minutes.
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Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center
The iconic Heydar Aliyev Centre was designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid and is famous for its distinctive flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. As a brilliant piece of post-modern architecture, the building’s shape is an eternal cycle, connecting the past with the present. The building houses a conference hall, gallery halls, museums and more and seeks to unite people of diverse backgrounds in a place of shared ideas. The building won the London Design Museum award in 2014.
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Gosha Gala Tower
You'll return to the starting point or drop off to your hotel.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Baku
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Group Tour
Group tour experience Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
Private Tour
Private experience Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, en, tr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- AZP Travel company
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12 to $120
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by AZP Travel company, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.4.
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Baku City Tour (Group or Private): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Baku.
How much does Baku City Tour (Group or Private) cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Baku usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Baku City Tour (Group or Private) take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Baku is not rushed.
Is Baku City Tour (Group or Private) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Baku, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Baku City Tour (Group or Private)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Baku City Tour (Group or Private) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Baku City Tour (Group or Private)?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Baku can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Baku and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Baku City Tour (Group or Private) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Baku within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Baku?
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On Outty we rank every Baku experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private), Gobustan and Absheron tour, Old and Modern Baku Tour ( Day & Night Time). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Baku?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Baku?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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