Baku Old Town&Oil Heritage Free Walking Tour
Baku Free Tour is a team of passionate locals guides, armed with an contagious enthusiasm for Baku's past, present, and hidden gems. We do our best to help you immersing into the soul of Azerbaijan's captivating capital, BAKU. Forget the sterile museum tours and guidebooks; join us on a journey through history, culture, and the vibrant tapestry of everyday life that makes Baku tick. Whether you're a history and architecture buff, a foodie, or simply an adventurer seeking to connect with a new place, we invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey through Baku. Come explore with open eyes, open hearts, and empty stomachs!
Pickup
Red umbrella out front of KFC/Pizza Hut at Fountains Square
Description
OVERVIEW
This tour invites you on a journey through the heart of Baku’s history, combining the charm of its ancient roots with the fascinating legacy of the oil boom. This tour covers the iconic Fountains Square and the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Baku (Icherisheher), showcasing the city’s most historic landmarks.
As we stroll through these timeless streets, we’ll uncover the captivating stories of Baku’s oil barons—visionaries and dreamers whose ambition shaped the city’s transformation from a small medieval religious town into a bustling cosmopolitan hub. Through tales of grandeur, social change, and political intrigue, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of life in Baku, as well as its evolution through times into the modern era.
Join us for a walk that not only reveals the city’s rich cultural tapestry but also offers an unforgettable glimpse into the social and architectural legacy of its Belle Époque.
HIGHLIGHTS
– Explore the UNESCO sites and Istiglaliyyat street
– Hear urban myths about prominent Oil Barons
– Understand social dynamics of city life
– Soak up the atmosphere in the oldest part of the city
– Food&drink venue recommendations
– Cosmopolitan culture in Baku
– Architecture, History, Politics and Oil Heritage
– Small group experience
– Led by a licensed local guide
ATTACTIONS
– UNESCO World heritage sites in Old Town
– Maiden Tower
– Shirvanshahs Palace
– Town Hall
– Palace of Happiness
– Ismayiliyya Palace
– Nizami Park
and many more
IMPORTANT NOTICE
– At least four (4) people required to run the tour
– The stairs in old town cause obstacles for people with wheelchair users and with walking difficulties.
– Arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to the start time.