The 5 must-see attractions in Baku
From medieval fortress walls to burning earth — five places that make Baku Baku. The perfect first-visit route.
Updated: · Editorial pick
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İçərişəhər (Old City)
4.7 ₼ İçərişəhər, Bakı
The UNESCO-listed ancient fortress: narrow lanes, caravanserais, the Maiden Tower and a thousand years of city soul.
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Baku Boulevard (Seaside National Park)
4.7 ₼ Neftçilər prospekti, Bakı
The legendary promenade along the Caspian: over a century of history, cafes, rides and sea wind.
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Flame Towers
4.7 1A Mehdi Huseyn St, Baku
Baku's skyline icon: three glass towers whose LED facades light up as flames every night above the bay.
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Highland Park
4.7 ₼ Dağüstü park, Bakı
The city’s best panorama: all of Baku Bay from the foot of the Flame Towers, and the finest sunset spot.
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Bibi-Heybat Mosque
4.7 Bibiheybat settlement, Salyan highway, Baku
Rebuilt 13th-century mosque with the shrine of Ukeyma Khanum, overlooking the Caspian south of the centre.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best attraction in Baku?
According to our editors, İçərişəhər (Old City) takes first place. The UNESCO-listed ancient fortress: narrow lanes, caravanserais, the Maiden Tower and a thousand years of city soul.
How was this list made?
The ranking draws on Google ratings, review volume, local popularity and our editors’ judgement; a spot on the list cannot be bought.
How often is the list updated?
Each five is re-checked quarterly; places that close or slip in quality are removed from the list.