After Breakfast Visit Dig into the past, present and future of Baku in Half-Day Baku City Sightseeing Tour. Whether you are a first-time visitoror just want to know more about the city, This tour is for you. You’ll discover the major sights of Baku, located both in the old part of Baku called “IchariShahar” and more modern parts of seaside boulevards, uphill parks, and buildings. You will get toknow the evolution of Baku since its establishment in the V century through Soviet era up to its independence. Your guidewill lead you along the most remarkable monuments and buildings, so you can take memorable shots on your way. HalfDay Baku City Sightseeing Tour covers most of the sights you can visit and see. Baku Old Town "Icharishahar" - As soon as you meet your guide at the exit of Icharishahar metro station, we will enterBaku Old Town, called "Icharishahar". Old Town of Baku is a beautiful maze, full of narrow streets, surprising sights, oldwooden balconies, stone roads and an atmosphere that you'll never forget. A discovery by itself, every time you visit thispart of the city. Your guide will tell you stories of locals about the Old Town and how it was changed and developedthroughout the history. Fountain Square - Our second stop, the Fountain Square, was one of the first ever parks created in Azerbaijan and wasfull of mansions of oil magnates. It's located in the central street of Baku and was called "Torgovaya", translated as thetrading street. Until 90s this street was full of merchants trading souvenirs, vintage accessories and clothings. Museum of Miniature Books - used to be in the Guinness Books of World Records until recently, but still it has a greatcollection of miniature and even almost microscopic books. A small museum that will be our first stop on our way todiscover more! Palace of the Shirvanshahs - Next, enter the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient Shiranshahs kingdom anddive into the spirit of Islamic civilization while passing through the courtyard and king’s private rooms. Get to know thehistory of the palace and visit the mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries. Maiden Tower - Second place we will visit is the most remarkable and mysterious monument – the Maiden Tower, builtin the south-east part of the Old Town. Once you immerse yourself into the experience of discovering such extraordinarybuilding, you will know why it is considered as the symbol of Baku. Baku Boulevard - Before we head to Baku Boulevard, we will have an hour-long lunch break, so you can take some rest,but also enjoy national dishes made by the soulful Azerbaijani people. Our guide will give you few options for lunch andit's completely up to you what to eat and drink. If you choose Food & Drinks included option when booking, your guidewill take you to a national restaurant located in the downtown. Little Venice - restored into a new grand look, will be our third stop. It's not a long stop, but a view of the small oasis inBaku Boulevard. Carpet Museum - After we enter Baku Boulevard, we will head to the Carpet Museum. The museum is a must see if youare in Baku at least for a day. Baku Funicular - Enjoy the ride in a funicular while getting a short glimpse of Baku city up above from the hills of Baku. Flame Towers - Right by the Martyrs' Lane, you will see the Flame Towers, famous for their unique modern architecturaldesign. Martyrs Lane - Martyrs' Alley is an exhibition of Azerbaijanis' courage against Soviet occupation. Get a glimpse of the endof totalitarian Soviet regime during our visit of Martyrs' Alley. Daghustu Park ("Uphill Park") - At the Uphill Park, you will get a chance to see stunning view of the city. Great spot forselfies to show off your visit to Azerbaijan! 🙂 Baku Ferris Wheel - is a Ferris wheel on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. Thewheel is 60 meters tall and has 30 cabins, each holding eight people. It makes a complete turn in 30 to 40 minutes.