İçərişəhər (Old City) is the historic heart of Baku and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Known for the 12th-century Maiden Tower, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and ancient stone streets. The area mixes museum-restaurants and modern cafes. The 7 venues below are ideal for both locals and international tourists.
Landmarks nearby
Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Juma Mosque, caravanserais
How to get there
Metro: İçəri Şəhər or 28 May. By car: narrow streets and limited parking — leave the car at Sahil parkinq and walk in (5–10 min). On foot: 5 min from Fountains Square.
1
Şirvanşah Muzey Restoranı
Museum-housed restaurant with Azerbaijani classics.
2
Qaynana Restoranı
Small family restaurant inside the Old City.
3
Art Garden
Modern fusion, green atmosphere near the Old City.
4
Firuzə Restoranı
On the edge of the Old City, Azerbaijani classics.
5
Sumakh Restaurant
A short walk from İçərişəhər, premium Azerbaijani.
6
Borani
Refined modern Azerbaijani, central location.
7
Art Club
Art-leaning, central tourist spot.
Frequently asked questions
Price level in İçərişəhər?
As a tourist area, some places are pricier — a normal dinner runs 50–100 AZN. Modern cafes offer 20–40 AZN options.
Can I drive in?
No — İçərişəhər is pedestrian-only. Park at Sahil parkinq and walk.
Most tourist-visited venue?
Şirvanşah Muzey Restoranı and the caravanserai restaurants (museum-restaurant format) are the most popular tourist picks.
Is İçərişəhər safe at night?
Yes — tourist police and good lighting. After 2 AM the streets empty out, but inside restaurants it's safe.