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Baku 7-Day Itinerary

Extends the 5-day plan with two calmer extra days: a half-day excursion to the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple in Surakhani with the local Yashil Bazaar
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Baku 7-Day Itinerary
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Extends the 5-day plan with two calmer extra days: a half-day excursion to the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple in Surakhani with the local Yashil Bazaar market, then a relaxed final day of intentional returns to earlier stops (tea, gift shopping, a Boulevard walk) instead of new discoveries — no busier than the 3-day plan.

Day 1
10:00
Palace of the Shirvanshahs (60 min)
Check weekend hours before visiting; some sources note an earlier closing.
🚶 5-minute walk
11:15
Maiden's Tower (Qız Qalası) (45 min)
🚶 10-minute walk out of the Old City walls
12:15
Qaynana Restaurant (60 min)
Local lunch inside the Old City near the Double Gate.
🚶 10-minute walk along the Boulevard
13:30
Azerbaijan Carpet Museum (75 min)
Closed on Mondays per our sources — check before planning a Monday visit specifically.
🚶 5-minute walk
15:00
Baku Boulevard (National Seaside Park) (90 min)
A walk along the Baku Boulevard seafront; winds can be strong, an extra light layer is recommended.
🚶 10-minute walk
16:45
Çay Bağı 145 (45 min)
A traditional tea and pakhlava break inside the Old City.
🚶 Taxi/walk, 10 minutes
19:00
Shirvanshah Museum Restaurant (120 min)
A heritage-experience dinner with live music; advance reservation is recommended, especially in the evening.
Day 2
09:30
Fountains Square (60 min)
🚶 10-minute walk
11:00
Nizami Museum of Azerbaijani Literature (75 min)
Closed on Mondays per our sources.
🚶 10-minute walk
12:30
Firuze Restaurant (60 min)
A popular Azerbaijani and Arabic lunch spot open since 1986.
🚶 Short walk or taxi, 10 minutes
14:00
Park Bulvar (90 min)
Everyday central shopping near the Government House.
🚶 10-minute walk
15:45
Nargiz Café (45 min)
A tea/coffee break with a lively outdoor seating area.
🚶 Taxi/walk, 10 minutes
19:00
Dolma Restaurant (90 min)
A family dolma-specialist dinner, with genuine vegetarian options.
Day 3
10:00
Baku Funicular (20 min)
Usually opens at 10:00 with a midday lunch pause per one source — check before visiting.
🚶 Within the same location
10:30
Flame Towers (60 min)
Exterior viewing and photos from Highland Park; winds can be strong at the top.
🚶 Taxi, 15 minutes
11:45
United Coffee Beans (Khagani Branch) (45 min)
A quiet specialty coffee break.
🚶 Taxi, 15 minutes
13:00
Deniz Mall (150 min)
Food-court lunch and shopping at the largest mall in the Caucasus, with a sea view.
🚶 10-minute walk along the Boulevard
16:00
Mirvari Cafe (60 min)
Evening tea in a distinctive domed building on the Boulevard.
🚶 Taxi, 15 minutes
19:00
Nergiz Restaurant (75 min)
A practical traditional Azerbaijani dinner near Fountains Square.
Day 4
09:00
Taza Bazar (60 min)
Best visited in the morning before the crowds.
🚶 Taxi, 10 minutes
10:30
28 Mall (120 min)
One of Baku's largest and oldest malls, adjacent to the central train station.
🚶 10-minute walk
13:00
Gazelli Café (75 min)
European lunch and coffee in an elegant, calm setting.
🚶 Taxi, 10 minutes
19:00
Tribeca Restaurant & Bar (90 min)
A modern American-Californian dinner, a complete change from Azerbaijani cuisine; reservation recommended.
Day 5
10:00
Baku Zoo (120 min)
Azerbaijan's oldest zoo, fully renovated in 2021.
🚶 Taxi, 15 minutes
12:30
Ganjlik Mall (150 min)
Food-court lunch, with an optional family cinema or bowling session.
🚶 Taxi, 20 minutes (a longer transfer toward the southern coast)
16:00
Bibi-Heybat Mosque (45 min)
A historic mosque with a sea view over Baku Bay; it's best to avoid the five daily prayer times for a tourist visit.
Day 6
🚶 Taxi, about 40-45 minutes from downtown to Surakhani
10:00
Ateshgah Fire Temple (90 min)
A historic 17th-18th century fire temple; it needs its own separate travel time from central Baku sights and isn't recommended to combine with another packed day.
🚶 Taxi, about 40-45 minutes back to downtown
13:00
Yashil Bazaar (Green Market) (60 min)
Baku's largest popular food bazaar; early morning is usually best, but it stays open through the day.
🚶 10-minute walk
14:30
Elkhanoglu Pastry (30 min)
A quiet traditional Azerbaijani pastry break behind the Government House.
🚶 Taxi, 10 minutes
19:00
Dolma Restaurant (90 min)
An intentional return for dinner after a long day exploring outside the city — not a new discovery; a practical, reliable option near downtown and most hotels.
Day 7
10:00
Çay Bağı 145 (45 min)
An intentional return for a quiet morning tea before departure — not a new discovery; a calm farewell to the Old City with no packed agenda.
🚶 Walk or taxi, 10 minutes
11:00
Deniz Mall (90 min)
An intentional return for last-minute gifts and souvenirs before departure — not a new discovery.
🚶 10-minute walk
13:00
Baku Boulevard (National Seaside Park) (90 min)
An intentional return for a relaxed walk with no packed agenda after busy days.
🚶 10-minute walk
16:00
Mirvari Cafe (60 min)
An intentional return for a light bite or final tea by the sea before departure — not a new discovery.
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