Baku Old City Museum Pass with Maiden Tower & Palace of the Shirvanshahs

Explore Baku’s Old City at your own pace with a single pass granting entry to four historic museums and landmarks.

Getting started

Begin your journey by exchanging your mobile ticket for entry passes at the designated counter within the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve. Once you have your tickets, you’re free to chart your own walking route between the Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Numismatics Museum, and Museum of Azerbaijani Miniature Art. Each site operates daily from 10am to 7pm, so you can visit in any order within your chosen validity period.

What to expect

Maiden Tower

This ancient stone tower is Baku’s oldest surviving structure, with origins tracing back to the 6th–7th century BC and completion in the 12th century AD.

• Climb eight floors via a narrow spiral staircase inside 28 meters of stonework, with walls up to 5 meters thick, and experience the unique interior that once served as a defensive fortification.

• Entry is included with your pass, allowing you to explore the tower’s museum exhibits and enjoy panoramic views from the top.

Palace of the Shirvanshahs

A 15th-century royal complex built from golden limestone, the palace was the political and cultural heart of the Shirvanshah dynasty.

• Walk through the main palace building, the Divankhana courtroom, the royal mausoleum, a mosque, a bathhouse, and underground water reservoirs, each offering a glimpse into Azerbaijan’s royal past.

• Your pass provides access to all areas open to the public within the palace grounds.

Numismatics Museum

Located inside the 12th-century Ashur Mosque, this museum traces the history of currency and trade in Azerbaijan.

• View collections of coins and currency spanning multiple eras, highlighting the region’s role in international commerce.

• Admission is included, so you can explore the exhibits at your own pace.

Museum of Azerbaijani Miniature Art

Set within the 14th-century Molla Ahmad Mosque, this museum is dedicated to the intricate tradition of Azerbaijani miniature painting.

• Discover works that showcase the evolution and preservation of miniature art in Azerbaijan, displayed in a historic mosque setting.

• Your pass covers entry, inviting you to linger over the detailed artistry on display.

Wrapping up

Choose from 24, 48, or 72-hour validity to match your schedule. The Premium Heritage option adds priority entrance at all four sites, ideal for busy days or if you want to minimize waiting time. Please note, the Underground Hammam and Tahir Salahov’s House-Museum are not included with this pass and require separate tickets. Transportation between sites, guided tours, and food or beverages are not provided, so plan accordingly for a self-guided exploration of Baku’s Old City.