Day Trips & Excursions in Baku

Cover all the must-see stops in history-packed Baku on this time-saver tour of the Azerbaijani capital. Full-day sightseeing tours include a mix of guided walks and convenient transfers in a climate-controlled bus or minivan, plus pre-booked admission tickets on a panoramic funicular ride to Highland Park. Other stops include Seaside Boulevard, Palace of Happiness, Maiden Tower, and the Carpet Museum.

Explore Gobustan National Park, mud volcanos, and Ateshgah (Fire Temple) on a full-day tour from Baku that blends ancient human history with natural wonders. Without a pricey private car and driver, reaching all three sites in a single day would be a daunting challenge; this cost-effective group tour takes care of logistics so you can focus on magnificent rock carvings, eruptions of thick mud, and a fiery religious pilgrimage place.

See the sights beyond Baku on this half-day trip to UNESCO-listed rock carvings of Gobustan, the region's mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and the "burning mountain of" Yanar Dag. Perfect if you don't have a full day free, this express tour starts early and packs in all the landmarks of the region with minimum fuss. You'll travel by SUV or minivan, listen to commentary about each site from a guide, and return to Baku in the early afternoon.

Azerbaijan's capital is known both for its UNESCO-listed Old Town and its striking contemporary architecture. On this tour, discover Baku's history and heritage; admire landmarks including the Flame Towers, Shirvanshahlar Palace, and Maiden Tower; take in the views from Upside hill; and sample typical Azerbaijan cuisine.

Explore Gobustan National Park, one of the most popular sites in the Asian country of Azerbaijan, on this guided day trip from Baku. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, draws thousands of visitors each year. Explore the Petroglyph museum, plus an array of ancient carvings, relics, mud volcanoes, and more.

Take a tour of Baku by night, and discover the city's contemporary architecture, illuminated monuments, and traditional food. After starting in Baku Old City for a traditional Azerbaijan dinner, you'll hop in a minivan for a panoramic nighttime tour of the sights. Look out for highlights such as the Maiden's Tower and the city walls, and enjoy photo stops at the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center and Upland Park as you learn about the city from a local guide.

Discover all that Baku and its surroundings have to offer on this full-day tour. See the prehistoric petroglyphs at Gobustan National Park, learn about the mud volcanoes and their healing properties, visit the Zoroastrian fire temple of Ateshgah, explore the fire mountain of Yanardag, and admire the architecture of Baku's modern city center. This tour includes a tour guide and transportation to all of the sights from your hotel.