3-Day Baku Itinerary: Exploring the City from Metro City Hotel Baku

Staying at the Metro City Hotel Baku means you get premium mid-range comfort while remaining perfectly connected to the rest of Azerbaijan’s capital. By leveraging the nearby Nariman Narimanov Metro Station, you can easily experience the city’s futuristic architecture, ancient landmarks, and cultural hubs over three action-packed days.

Day 1: Modern Marvels and the Caspian Sea Boulevard

Start your first morning with the hotel’s complimentary breakfast buffet before heading out to explore Baku’s cutting-edge modern architecture.

• Morning (Heydar Aliyev Center): Walk or take a quick 3-minute taxi to the iconic Heydar Aliyev Center. Designed by Zaha Hadid, this Hotel in Baku fluid, wave-like building is one of Baku’s most famous modern landmarks and features museums, exhibition halls, and pristine green lawns perfect for photos.
• Afternoon (Baku Boulevard): Hop on the metro at Nariman Narimanov Station and head down to the Caspian Sea promenade (Baku Boulevard). Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy the coastal breeze, and explore “Little Venice,” a charming network of man-made water canals where you can ride romantic gondolas.
• Evening (The Flame Towers): As night falls, ride the Baku Funicular up to Highland Park. This vantage point offers the absolute best panoramic views of the city skyline and the illuminated Flame Towers putting on their nightly LED light show.

Day 2: Stepping Back in Time into the Old City

Dedicate your second day to discovering the ancient, UNESCO-listed heart of the capital.

• Morning (Icherisheher): Take the metro directly down to the Old City (Icherisheher). Wander through its maze of narrow stone alleys, historic mosques, and ancient caravanserais. Don’t miss climbing to the top of the Maiden Tower for a look out over the old town layout.
• Afternoon (Palace of the Shirvanshahs): Visit this striking 15th-century palace complex, which stands as a masterpiece of Azerbaijani architecture. Afterward, stop by a traditional local cafe to try authentic Azerbaijani black tea served in pear-shaped armudu glasses alongside sweet baklava.
• Evening (Fountain Square): Walk just outside the ancient stone walls to Fountains Square. This pedestrian-only central hub is lined with beautiful fountains, lively outdoor restaurants, and boutique shops. Grab a dinner of traditional shashlik (kebabs) or plov (seasoned rice) before heading back to relax.

Day 3: Local Shopping, Souvenirs, and Hotel Relaxation

Use your final day to soak in the local lifestyle, shop for unique keepsakes, and make full use of your hotel accommodation perks.

Morning (Yashil Bazar): Head over to the Green Market (Yashil Bazar) to experience a sensory explosion of colors and aromas. This traditional market is the ideal spot to buy local saffron, dried fruits, fresh nuts, and Azerbaijani caviar to take home as gifts.

Afternoon (Metropark Shopping Center): Return toward your neighborhood and visit the Metropark Shopping Center, located just blocks from the hotel. It is a fantastic spot to browse modern international and Turkish brands, grab lunch at the food court, or catch a movie.

Evening (Hotel Wellness Wrap-up): Conclude your Baku trip by retreating back to the Metro City Hotel Baku. Spend your final evening swimming in the indoor pool, sweating out travel fatigue in the sauna, or booking a professional massage at the on-site spa center. Wrap up your evening with a quiet nightcap at the hotel’s cozy lounge bar.