Baku: Balakhani Old Town Tour

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ID: GYG1107594-1701477
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Country: Azerbaijan

Duration: 05:00 hours


Description

Explore Baku’s oldest neighborhood, Balakhani, on a guided tour. Visit the Balakhani Mosque, discover local crafts, and learn about the city’s oil history.
Step back in time and explore one of Baku’s oldest neighborhoods — Balakhani, a hidden gem filled with history and character. Walk through its narrow stone-paved alleys, admire the ancient mosques and bathhouses, and learn about the birthplace of Azerbaijan’s oil heritage that shaped the modern city.

With your professional local guide, visit Balakhani Mosque, explore traditional house-museums and handicraft workshops, and enjoy panoramic views from historic oil fields. This tour perfectly blends architecture, culture, and authentic local life in just a few hours.

Explore the charming Balakhani Old Town with its unique architecture. Visit the Balakhani Mosque and historic bathhouse. Discover local crafts and handmade souvenirs. Learn about the early oil history of Baku.

Highlights

  • Step back in time as you explore the historic Balakhani Old Town
  • Visit the Balakhani Mosque and see the historic bathhouse
  • Discover local crafts and handmade souvenirs in traditional workshops
  • Learn about the early oil history of Baku and its impact on the city
  • Enjoy hotel pickup and comfortable transportation throughout the tour
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a camera for photos
INCLUDED
  • Visit to Balakhani Mosque
  • Exploration of traditional house-museums
  • Visit to handicraft workshops
  • Panoramic views from historic oil fields
  • Hotel pickup
  • Comfortable transportation
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

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.