Baku Old City: The Palace of the Shirvanshahs Tickets

Your experience

Step inside the 15th-century Palace of the Shirvanshahs with an admission ticket to explore the historic complex located in Baku’s Old City.

Getting started

Arrive at the Palace of the Shirvanshahs with your pre-arranged entry ticket. Present your ticket at the entrance gate for seamless access, and prepare to explore the historic complex independently. Visitors typically spend approximately one hour touring the grounds.

What to expect

This UNESCO World Heritage site was once the royal residence of the Shirvanshah dynasty and now serves as a museum showcasing medieval Azerbaijani architecture and culture.

• Walk through the royal residence’s halls and rooms, observing original architectural details and artifacts from the Shirvan era.

• Visit the octagonal ceremonial pavilion, historically used for official gatherings and events.

• See the burial site of Shirvanshah family members, a significant part of the palace complex.

• Step inside the small mosque, featuring intricate stonework and a slender minaret.

• Look over the historical bathhouse structures to observe medieval layouts and the palace’s ancient heating systems.

• Access all open public areas of the palace complex with your valid admission ticket.

Wrapping up

After concluding your self-guided exploration, you can exit the complex at your leisure, leaving you free to continue your day in Baku's historic Old City.