Baku: Old City Walking Tour with Live Music Performance
ID: GYG1134710-1741480
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the rhythm and spirit of Baku’s Old City on a walking tour with a local musician. Enjoy a live performance of traditional and modern Azerbaijani songs at a charming local café.
Discover the rhythm and spirit of Baku’s Old City with a unique live music experience that combines history, culture, and art. Join a local musician and guide for a cultural walk through İçərişəhər, the ancient heart of Baku and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As you stroll through narrow streets, traditional courtyards, and stone passageways, hear fascinating stories about the city’s past and its deep connection to music. Learn how Azerbaijani melodies have evolved from mugham traditions to modern sounds, reflecting the country’s diverse spirit.
The highlight of the tour is an intimate live performance at a charming local café or open-air courtyard, where the guide performs traditional and modern Azerbaijani songs. Relax with a cup of tea or a glass of local wine while soaking in the atmosphere.
Interact with the artist, ask questions about music and instruments, and truly feel the soul of Old City life — a blend of history, emotion, and sound that defines Baku.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rhythm and spirit of Baku’s Old City
- Enjoy a live performance of traditional and modern Azerbaijani songs
- Stroll through the narrow streets and stone passageways of İçərişəhər
- Learn about the city’s past and its deep connection to music
- Relax with a cup of tea or a glass of local wine at a charming café
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking through narrow streets and stone passageways
The live performance is held at a local café or open-air courtyard
Opportunity to interact with the musician and ask questions
The meeting point is in front of the Double Gates at the main entrance to the Old City, near the Tourist Information Center. You can find the location here: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gosha+Gala+Gapysy+(Double+Gates)/@40.3684875,49.8361675,19.79z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x40307d007377369b:0xebcb2428e8267861!8m2!3d40.3687635!4d49.8363219!16s%2Fg%2F11wc2jvxl4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
INCLUDED
- Cultural walk through İçərişəhər
- Live music performance
- Local musician and guide
- Stories about Baku's history and music
- Traditional and modern Azerbaijani songs
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
