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Baku Hidden Gems: Culture, History and Street Food
Baku
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Delicacies, spices, rich food and rich culture of the locals – those are simple, but sometimes missed easily among tourists that focus on the "well known". We will show you the true soul of Baku and how the locals appreciate life in all its aspects. Blending history with food, this tour is a unique way to explore local culture and see how Baku is such a gem to visit.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Black tea at our last tea house stop
Hotel pickup and drop off
Your expenses for food and shopping
We recommend leaving tips to your guide if you're fully satisfied!
Meeting Points
Departure
Malakan
Meet our guide right at the fountain at Khagani Park. Your guide will have a red bag and a badge with their name on it.
Return
Icherisheher
Our tour will finish either in the Old Town area or at the meeting point, depending on our stops that are subject to change due to availability. You can also choose to be dropped off at your accommodation.
Baku Hidden Gems: Culture, History and Street Food
Baku
About
Delicacies, spices, rich food and rich culture of the locals – those are simple, but sometimes missed easily among tourists that focus on the "well known". We will show you the true soul of Baku and how the locals appreciate life in all its aspects. Blending history with food, this tour is a unique way to explore local culture and see how Baku is such a gem to visit.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Black tea at our last tea house stop
Hotel pickup and drop off
Your expenses for food and shopping
We recommend leaving tips to your guide if you're fully satisfied!
Meeting Points
Departure
Malakan
Meet our guide right at the fountain at Khagani Park. Your guide will have a red bag and a badge with their name on it.
Return
Icherisheher
Our tour will finish either in the Old Town area or at the meeting point, depending on our stops that are subject to change due to availability. You can also choose to be dropped off at your accommodation.
Itinerary
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YasIl Bazar Green Market
Our first stop will be the Green Bazar, the central market where you will explore the traditional spices, delicacies and appetizers that are part of the local cuisine and daily food routine. You will be guided through and avoid the tourist traps with our local guide. Plus, you will get tips on how to choose the best ingredients and delicacies to take home.
40 minutes
2
Miniature Books
How one can miss a single spot in Baku that was included in the Guinness World Records? We'll explore this unique space discovering the history of this lovely place and hear about the father of its founder, who was a prominent artist of Azerbaijan during Soviet era.
15 minutes
3
Icherisheher Historical-Architectural reserve
Our next "secret" stop will be in the Old Town area, where you will meet a local artisan crafting exquisite works of art that will fill your heart and mind with impressions.
45 minutes
4
National Museum of History of Azerbaijan
Our next secret stop is located behind the History Museum. What makes that place truly special? Its beautiful murals hidden behind the not so obvious exterior of the building.
10 minutes
5
Sahil Park
Our next stop will be a kebab restaurant, serving one of the best meaty street foods in Baku. If you're vegetarian, we've also got you covered with an alternative option.
20 minutes
6
Cocacola Kafe
What can be better than entering an old "chaikhana" (tea house) that serves black tea and Soviet style pastries? Here we go to one of the truly local gems that we embrace as locals.
30 minutes
7
28 Mall
Near the "28 Mall" there's a church that needs to be seen by many, but is easily missed due to its location that is in the outskirts of the central touristy areas. Finally you will have an opportunity to learn how come there are so many diverse churches in Baku and what makes them truly special.
