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10 Things To Do In Baku

The standouts.

The 10 most popular things to do in Baku. From the walled Old City and the Flame Towers to the fire temples and mud volcanoes just outside town. The days worth your time.

10 Things To Do In Baku

Baku: Gobustan, Mud Volcano, Fire Mount, Temple Lunch Entry

Baku: Gobustan, Mud Volcano, Fire Mount, Temple Lunch Entry - Bibiheybat Mosque: Quiet Steps Before the Wild Stuff

1.Baku: Gobustan, Mud Volcano, Fire Mount, Temple Lunch Entry

Most Popular★ 4.9

A packed Baku day trip to Gobustan, mud volcanoes, Yanar Dag fire flames, Ateshgah, Bibiheybat Mosque, and the Heydar Aliyev Center.

“Started off abit shaky as because of the F1 blockage, tour guide couldnt pick us up but they booked taxi for us and paid for it which was nice. They also compensated with free city tour which was even better. Ali- our driver did his best to make sure we enjoy as he made sure…”

3,246 reviewsFrom $6by Heritage Travel

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Baku: Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour

Baku: Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour - Candy Cane Mountains and the Pink Mountains effect

2.Baku: Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour

★ 4.8

Day trip from Baku to Shahdag and the Greater Caucasus with Candy Cane Mountains, Pink rock stops, and optional Laza off-road.

“The trip was absolutely wonderful! We visited so many beautiful places with our amazing guide, Rouzi, and a very careful driver. We also met lovely new people and got to try many new things. It was an unforgettable experience!”

1,455 reviews12 hoursFrom $5by Heritage Travel

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BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private) - The day at a glance: 7 hours across Baku’s wild edges

3.BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

★ 5.0

Explore Gobustan rock carvings, mud volcanoes, and Absheron fire sites on a 7-hour guided trip from Baku, with pickup options.

“I recommend the Gobustan and Absheron Tour. Admittedly, we started quite late due to street closures, but we managed to complete the tour plan in full. However, I think the tour program was too intense and we had to rush at every place. I would add that our guide was very friendly and tried to…”

1,254 reviewsFrom $33.00by Baku City Tours

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Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive)

Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive) - Gobustan Rock Art: museum setup then petroglyphs on the rocks

4.Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive)

★ 5.0

Full-day Gobustan and Absheron tour from Baku with mud volcanoes, rock art, fire temple, Yanardag, and lunch plus entry tickets.

“It is a long but very interesting tour! I didn't feel when time flew by. It wasn't tiring even though it lasted for about 10 hours. It is so well designed and all the stops are planned very carefully that it makes the day just perfect. Thank you for everything.”

1,014 reviewsFrom $85.00by ATI

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Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive)

Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive) - Getting From Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala: The Road-Time Reality

5.Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive)

★ 5.0

A long but rewarding full-day ride from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala, with Juma Mosque, mountain views, tea stops, and waterfalls.

“VUSALA our guide was the highlight of the tour. A lady full of life and zest that made the other wise a very long tour worthwhile . Rain did play a spoil sport but there was also a detour from the intenary mentioned by viator without any reasons given . We skipped two destinations and…”

815 reviewsFrom $39.00by ATI

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From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour)

From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour) - Shamakhi’s Juma Mosque: stop for the details, not just the photos

6.From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour)

★ 4.8

A long, comfortable day trip from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala for mosque views, waterfalls, a lake stop, and Tufandag mountain fun.

“Azienda onesta con tour interessanti: abbiamo svolto due diversi tour con loro, prenotati tramite Getyourguide. Il primo che prevedeva i posti vicini Baku come la moschea Bibiheybat, Gobustan, Vulcani di fango, Tempio del fuoco, Yanar Dag ed il Centro culturale Heydar Aliyev; il secondo tour portava in un giorno a Gabala. Ci siamo trovati bene…”

695 reviews12 - 14 hoursFrom $28by Heritage Travel

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Baku: Candy Cane, Guba, Khinaliq village with Homemade Lunch

Baku: Candy Cane, Guba, Khinaliq village with Homemade Lunch - Candy Cane Mountains: stripes, angles, and a quick guided start

7.Baku: Candy Cane, Guba, Khinaliq village with Homemade Lunch

★ 4.9

Baku day trip to Candy Cane Mountains, Guba, and Khinaliq. Jeep ride, guided stops, and optional homemade lunch at 2,350m.

“One of the best experiences in Azerbaijan. A must-do tour while in the country. Great arrangements including the lunch. Very warmly hosted by Leyla, who did a great job as the tour lead. Should be done by everyone looking for a unique experience while in Azerbaijan.”

519 reviews12 hoursFrom $55by AzTravel Company

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Baku: Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall

Baku: Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall - Getting there from Baku: bus comfort and timing you can trust

8.Baku: Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall

★ 4.9

Mountain rides, forest shade, a synagogue visit, and optional Laza Waterfall. All from Baku with lunch included for $15.

“We had an amazing experience with Servi as our guide for Guba, Shahdag, and Laza Waterfall. She was incredibly friendly and made everyone feel comfortable right from the start. What really stood out was how she kept the whole group engaged with her stories and fun facts about the places we visited ,it really broke…”

506 reviewsFrom $15by AZ Legacy Travel

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Baku: Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch

Baku: Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch - Beshbarmag Mountain: iconic views plus Silk Road context

9.Baku: Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch

★ 4.9

Day trip from Baku to Candy Cane Mountain and Khinalig, with canyon views, Silk Road stops, and a homemade lunch in 11 hours.

“Sahil was a amazing host! He provided great insight into the history of Azerbaijan and facilitated the trip to Khinalig which was a stunning experience! The view in the winter was spectacular!”

447 reviews11 hoursFrom $54by ECOSKY TRAVEL

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Baku: Gobustan, Volcanoes, Fire Temple and Yanardag Day Trip

Baku: Gobustan, Volcanoes, Fire Temple and Yanardag Day Trip - Bibi-Heybat and the first industrialized oil well

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