Maiden Tower
12th-century cylindrical stone tower and symbol of Baku. 28 meters tall with mysterious origins - possibly Zoroastrian fire temple, observatory, or fortress. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Museum inside with Baku history.
Practical Information
Updated: Jan 6, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum0.5 hours
Recommended1 hours
Maximum1.5 hours
Entrance Fee
Adult
15 AZN~15.0 $
Child
5 AZN~5.0 $
Adults 15 AZN. Combo with Shirvanshahs: 22 AZN. Under 6: FREE. Museum inside. Panoramic view from roof. UNESCO site
Crowd Level
Moderate — comfortableHow to Get There
Inside Old City walls. Metro: Icherisheher then 5 min walk. Near Double Gates entrance.
Facilities & Services
museum
gift shop
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 6, 2026Monday10:00 — 18:00
Tuesday10:00 — 18:00
Wednesday10:00 — 18:00
Thursday10:00 — 18:00
Friday10:00 — 18:00
Saturday10:00 — 18:00
Sunday10:00 — 18:00
Note
Daily 10am-6pm. Last entry 5:30pm.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Not accessible
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faq.subtitle Maiden Tower
Legend says a maiden threw herself from the tower to avoid forced marriage. True origin unknown - may have been fire temple, observatory, or defense tower. Mystery adds to appeal!
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Maiden Tower
Climb 8 floors for Old City and Caspian Sea views. Combo ticket with Shirvanshahs Palace saves money. Small museum on each floor explains history. Best light for photos: morning.
Inside Old City walls. Metro: Icherisheher then 5 min walk. Near Double Gates entrance.
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