Destinations in Azerbaijan
From the capital on the Caspian Sea to mountain resorts in the Greater Caucasus. Most regions are a half-day drive from Baku, so city and nature fit easily into one trip.
Baku & Absheron
The capital: Old City, modern architecture, the seaside boulevard, Gobustan rock art and the fire sites of Absheron.
CityMICEYear-round
Gabala
≈ 3.5 h from Baku
Forested foothills, the Tufandag cable car, Nohur Lake and resort hotels for families, groups and off-site meetings.
NatureResortsYear-round
Shahdag & Guba
≈ 3 h from Baku
Azerbaijan's ski resort, summer hiking, the orchards of Guba and the Red Settlement across the river.
SkiMountainsWinter · Summer
Shamakhi
≈ 2 h from Baku
The old capital of Shirvan two hours from Baku: the Juma Mosque, the Diri Baba mausoleum and wineries in the hills.
HeritageWineYear-round
Sheki
≈ 5 h from Baku
The painted Palace of the Sheki Khans, a silk-road caravanserai where groups can stay and an old town of craftsmen at the foot of the Caucasus.
HeritageGroupsSpring–Autumn
When to go
Spring · Mar–May
Mild weather for city tours and the regions; Novruz celebrations in March.
Summer · Jun–Aug
Hot in Baku, cool in the mountains — combine the Caspian coast with Gabala or Shahdag.
Autumn · Sep–Nov
Harvest season, pomegranates and wine — a strong period for groups and MICE.
Winter · Dec–Feb
Ski season in Shahdag and Tufandag, city breaks in Baku.
Combine regions in one trip
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