Maiden Tower
A medieval stone tower in the Old City, a symbol of Baku and part of its World Heritage Site.
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Baku: airports, things to do and where to stay
Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan, on the shore of the Caspian Sea. It combines a walled Old City, a World Heritage Site, with modern skyscrapers and a long, lively seafront promenade.
Baku airports
From the airport to central Baku
Baku Heydar Aliyev airport is about 17 km from central Baku.
Aeroexpress / BakuBus H1
Aeroexpress buses link both terminals with the 28 May metro station in about 30 min. BakuBus line H1 also runs to the city centre, 24 hours a day.
Baku Taxi
Official Baku Taxi cabs, painted red, wait at the stands outside Terminal 1. The ride to the city centre takes about 20 min.
Baku
Things to do in Baku
Flame Towers
Three flame-shaped skyscrapers that light up at night and can be seen from most of the city.
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Heydar Aliyev Center
A cultural centre of flowing white curves designed by Zaha Hadid and opened in 2012, with exhibitions and concerts.
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Palace of the Shirvanshahs
A 15th-century palace complex of the Shirvanshah dynasty, on a rise in the Old City.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Baku?
Baku is served by Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD).
How far is the airport from central Baku?
Baku Heydar Aliyev airport is about 17 km from central Baku.
How do I get from the airport to central Baku?
From Baku Heydar Aliyev airport you can take Aeroexpress / BakuBus H1 (bus) and Baku Taxi (taxi). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Baku?
Highlights of Baku include Maiden Tower, Flame Towers, Heydar Aliyev Center, and Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
Photo credits
- Maiden Tower: AlixSaz, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Flame Towers: Xoncha, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Heydar Aliyev Center: Emin Allahverdi, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Palace of the Shirvanshahs: Urek Meniashvili, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons