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Baku: Secrets of the Old City

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: The Double Gates of Baku, 9R9P+GF6, Əziz Əliyev küçəsi, Bakı, Азербайджан

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

491-521 mins

You will walk

3810 steps

Total distance

2.9 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

Step into the heart of Baku, where ancient stories meet modern life. This walking quest takes you through the winding streets of Icherisheher—the Old City—where East and West have blended for centuries. 

As you pass through stone archways and vibrant courtyards, you’ll follow real clues, solve engaging puzzles, and uncover hidden gems nestled between minarets and medieval walls. From the Double Gates to the Khans' Palace, each step reveals layers of history waiting to be explored. 

Whether with friends or family, this adventure invites you to connect, discover, and create new memories in one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Let Baku surprise you.

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Baku combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 10 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 30360 minutes to complete and covers 2.9km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.

Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Baku.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • Fascinating Baku is a mobile game that allows players to explore Old city of Baku and complete challenges along the way. It is an interactive and educational game that teaches players about cultures, landmarks, and history of Baku.

  • The game involves solving quests to unlock new locations and learn more about the city.

The mission: Your story in Baku

Discover Baku, a truly contemporary city criss-crossed by history. Visit the Old City, known locally as Icherisheher, and enjoy the unique architectural blend of East and West. Explore Baku by walking and solving quests.

The chapters cover part of the Old City  and the area just outside the city wall from Double Gates to Khans' Palace. 
  • We recommend not playing at night
  • Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 30360 minutes

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Distance

2.9km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Ratings and Reviews

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Stefania David

18 Aug 2025

feras

17 Sep 2024
great introduction to Baku history and architecture

Jade Johnston

14 Jul 2024

Sanan Mahmudov

13 May 2023

Ay Gun

20 Mar 2023

Beat the best: Top Baku explorers

Ay Gun
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3310 XP
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3100 XP
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