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🔥 Baku: transport, tours and tickets

Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan and the largest city in the South Caucasus. A night train runs to Tbilisi, and there are direct flights to Istanbul and Nakhchivan. Land borders remain closed to passengers.

🏨 Where to stay

📍 Old City (İçərişəhər)
Historic centre
📍 Fountain Square
Nightlife
📍 Seaside Boulevard
SeasideGreat views
📍 Nasimi
BusinessLocal life

Useful tips

  • The Aeroexpress bus runs from Heydar Aliyev Airport to the city.
  • Book sleeper berths on the Baku–Tbilisi night train in advance.
  • There is no direct overland route to Nakhchivan; flying is easiest.