Baku Old City: The Palace of the Shirvanshahs Tickets

What to bring

• Bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket for scanning at the entrance.

• Carry a valid identification card or student ID if you purchased a discounted ticket, as these are verified at the gate.

• Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip, as the complex features uneven stone pathways and ancient stairs.

• Pack sun protection such as a hat and sunglasses, along with a water bottle for the outdoor sections of the complex.

• Bring a camera or smartphone for personal photography.

What's not allowed

• Flash photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum chambers to protect the artifacts.

• Tripods, drones, and commercial video equipment are not permitted without a special permit.

• Touching the ancient stone carvings, inscriptions, or historical displays is forbidden.

• Large luggage and bulky backpacks cannot be taken into the narrow palace rooms due to space constraints.

• Food and open beverages are prohibited inside the exhibition halls.

Accessibility

• The complex is located on a hill within the Old City and features highly challenging terrain for those with limited mobility.

• Wheelchair users and individuals with severe mobility issues will find navigating the site difficult, as it is not highly accessible.

• The site requires climbing multiple sets of steep stone stairs and navigating narrow medieval doorways.

• Subterranean areas like the historical bathhouse are only accessible via steep steps and cannot accommodate strollers or wheelchairs.

Additional information

• The average visit takes between one and two hours to fully explore the main palace, courtroom, mosque, and mausoleum.

• Standard operating hours are generally daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM, with last entry permitted up to 30 to 45 minutes before closing.

• A standard ticket grants entry to the main grounds, but a combo ticket is required if you want access to specific indoor multimedia exhibit rooms.

• Audio guides and physical tour guides in multiple languages are available at the entrance for an additional fee.

• An on-site gift shop is available for purchasing authentic local souvenirs, traditional crafts, and textiles.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.