Baku walking route: Caspian Sea Waterfront to Flame Towers
Explore Baku's main highlights in a single day, starting from the waterfront along the Caspian Sea and moving through the city's iconic landmarks including Fountain Square and the UNESCO-listed Old City with its 12th-century alleyways.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Baku
- End
- Flame Towers
- Stops
- 4
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Baku — Capital city of Azerbaijan on the Caspian Sea, known for its blend of Soviet heritage and modern glass skyscrapers fueled by oil wealth.
- Caspian Sea Waterfront — Waterfront promenade along the Caspian Sea in central Baku, featuring modern architecture and scenic views of the city skyline.
- Fountain Square
- Flame Towers — Three iconic modern skyscrapers shaped like flames, located on a hilltop overlooking Baku, accessible by funicular railway.
Useful for your trip
- Food
- Try traditional Azerbaijani lunch at underground restaurants. Order deconstructed dumplings with lamb and onions, and shop shop pilaf (rice pilaf with lavash bread) - a festive dish that takes about 40 minutes to prepare.
- Tip
- Visit the Old City, established in the 12th century and Azerbaijan's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore alleyways where locals still live despite the touristy atmosphere.
- Food
- Try Turkish ice cream from street vendors - it's an experience worth having if you haven't had it before.
- Transport
- Ride the funicular up the mountain for $1. It takes you to the Flame Towers area with city views, though the sunset is on the opposite side of the mountain.
- Tip
- Visit Fountain Square, the main pedestrian area with many fountains, international restaurants, and shops - a modern, touristy feeling district.
- Tip
- Explore the Caspian Sea Waterfront. Note that instead of a salty sea breeze, the air smells like oil due to the oil industry.
Video on this route
THIS IS AZERBAIJAN? | Baku Travel Vlog