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Old City (Icherisheher) in Baku

Old City (Icherisheher)

UNESCO World Heritage walled old city with 12th-century fortress walls. Labyrinth of narrow streets, ancient mosques, Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and carpet shops. The historic heart of Baku since 12th century.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Dec 27, 2025

Visit Duration

Minimum2 hours

Recommended3 hours

Maximum4 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

Old City streets: FREE. Maiden Tower: 15 AZN. Shirvanshahs Palace: 15 AZN. Combo: 22 AZN. UNESCO site. James Bond filming location

Crowd Level

Moderate — comfortable

Official Website

How to Get There

Metro: Icherisheher (Line 2) - direct access through medieval gates. Walk from Fountain Square: 5 min.

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access

Not accessible

Facilities & Services

Restaurants

Restrooms

Gift shop

Working Hours

24 hours

Note

Streets open 24/7. Museums: 10am-6pm. Many restaurants open late.

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Very safe! Baku is one of the safest capitals. Old City has atmospheric lighting and restaurants open late. Popular for evening walks.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Old City (Icherisheher)

Download offline maps before visiting—mobile signal is weak in many areas. Google Maps works well for hiking trails.

Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring plenty of water. Weather changes quickly in the mountains—carry a rain jacket even in summer.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Now

10°

76%3 м/с

Today

14°7°

Tomorrow

14°8°

Fri

13°8°

Sat

15°9°

Sun

18°8°

Mon

18°8°

Tue

14°7°

8°

5°Jan

8°

5°Feb

11°

7°Mar

15°

10°Apr

22°

16°May

27°

22°Jun

30°

25°Jul

30°

25°Aug

25°

22°Sep

20°

16°Oct

14°

11°Nov

10°

8°Dec

Water temperature

9°

8°

9°

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17°

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15°

11°