Baku Honeymoon: 7-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Icheri Sheher
    15 minutes (4.3 km) from Heydar Aliyev International Airport

    Explore the beautiful walled city of Icheri Sheher and wander through its charming medieval streets. Highlights include the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Maiden Tower and Juma Mosque.

  2. Day 2: Absheron Peninsula
    1 hour (50 km) from Icheri Sheher

    Take a scenic drive to the Absheron Peninsula. Visit Yanar Dag, a natural gas fire that continuously burns, and Ateshgah of Baku, a temple of fire worshippers. End the day with a romantic beachside dinner at the Novkhani Resort.

  3. Day 3: Gobustan National Park
    1 hour 30 minutes (65 km) from Absheron Peninsula

    Explore Gobustan National Park’s ancient petroglyphs and mud volcanoes, a unique and surreal experience. Go on a scenic hike through the park’s stunning landscapes.

  4. Day 4: Heydar Aliyev Center
    40 minutes (15 km) from Gobustan National Park

    Visit the futuristic Heydar Aliyev Center and marvel at the stunning architecture and exhibits. Check out the gift shop for unique souvenirs.

  5. Day 5: Flame Towers
    10 minutes (4 km) from Heydar Aliyev Center

    Admire the iconic Flame Towers, a symbol of modern Baku’s rapid development, and catch the nightly light show. Visit the nearby Baku Boulevard for a romantic stroll or bike ride along the Caspian Sea.

  6. Day 6: Nizami Street
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from Flame Towers

    Take a leisurely stroll down bustling Nizami Street and enjoy the shops, cafes and street performers. Don’t miss the grand fountain at Fountain Square.

  7. Day 7: Zaha Hadid Cultural Center
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Nizami Street

    End the trip with a visit to the Zaha Hadid Cultural Center and see the innovative design and exhibitions. Stop at the on-site café for a refreshing drink or snack.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Icheri Sheher (3 hours, free)
  • Absheron Peninsula (8 hours, $200-300 per person including dinner)
  • Gobustan National Park (6 hours, $50-100 per person including transportation and entry fees)
  • Heydar Aliyev Center (2 hours, $5-10 per person)
  • Flame Towers (1 hour, free)
  • Nizami Street (2 hours, shopping and dining costs vary)
  • Zaha Hadid Cultural Center (2 hours, $10-20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $265-460 per person

Useful Tips

For an extended trip, consider a day trip to Qobustan Nature Reserve for more mud volcanoes, petroglyphs and nature. To shorten the trip, skip the Heydar Aliyev Center or Nizami Street if pressed for time. Be sure to check opening hours on the day as places may be closed due to unforeseen circumstances.

0