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 18 venues below are ideal for both locals and international tourists.
1
Qaynana Restoranı
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
2
Qala Divarı
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
3
Xanlıq
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
4
Kasamasa
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
5
Art Garden (Karvansaray)
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
6
Kurban Said
In the Old City, Azerbaijani cuisine.
7
Shakh Garden
Top-rated Azerbaijani restaurant with a garden setting.
8
La Quzu
Azerbaijani cuisine specializing in lamb.
9
QESR 13/80
National cuisine near the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
10
Manqal Old
Azerbaijani grill and kebab restaurant.
11
Bürc Qala
Azerbaijani cuisine by the fortress walls.
12
Baqur
Traditional Azerbaijani cuisine.
13
Restaurant Old Garden
Azerbaijani cuisine with a garden.
14
Şirvanşah Muzey Restoranı
Museum-restaurant with national cuisine and decor.
15
Maurice Restaurant
European cuisine in the Old City.
16
Galateya
European cuisine and cafe.
17
Çay Bağı 145
Tea garden and national cuisine.
18
Terrace 145
Terrace and European cuisine.
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.
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.