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Highlights
- Gain entry into this UNESCO World Heritage site with your ticket, exploring Azerbaijan's royal history and architecture.
- Included with your admission are visits to the main building, Divankhana pavilion, mausoleum, mosque, and bathhouse. Discover the palace’s rooms, ceremonial spaces, and historical artifacts at a leisurely pace while learning about the Shirvanshah dynasty.
- The medieval heating systems in the palace's bathhouse offer insights into the advanced engineering of the Shirvan era.
- Ongoing conservation efforts ensure that this cultural treasure is preserved for future generations to explore and value.
- Situated in Baku’s Old City, The Palace of the Shirvanshahs stands as a testament to Azerbaijan’s architectural and dynastic heritage.
Your Experience
Discover the 15th-century Palace of the Shirvanshahs by presenting your pre-arranged entry ticket upon arrival. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers a glimpse into medieval Azerbaijani architecture and culture, once serving as the royal residence for the Shirvanshah dynasty.
Getting started
Upon reaching Baku’s Old City, present your admission ticket at the entrance gate to gain access. Visitors typically spend about one hour exploring this historic complex independently.
- Tour the original architectural details and artifacts from the Shirvan era as you walk through the royal residence's halls and rooms.
- Explore the octagonal ceremonial pavilion, historically used for official gatherings and events.
- Visit the burial site of members of the Shirvanshah family within the palace complex.
- Enter the small mosque featuring intricate stonework and a slender minaret.
- Examine historical bathhouse structures to observe medieval layouts and ancient heating systems.
Your valid admission ticket grants access to all open public areas of this historic site. After your self-guided exploration, you may exit the complex at your leisure, allowing for further adventures in Baku's Old City.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry ticket to The Palace of the Shirvanshahs in Baku Old City
- Guided tour
- Hotel pick-up service
- Hotel return service
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket for scanning at the entrance.
- If you purchased a discounted ticket, carry valid identification such as an ID card or student ID to verify upon entry.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip due to uneven stone pathways and ancient stairs within the complex.
- Pack sun protection like hats and sunglasses along with a water bottle for outdoor sections of your visit.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited inside the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, so plan accordingly when taking photos.
Ticket Delivery
- 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.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
Frequently asked questions
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Booking FAQs
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided tour is not included with your ticket; you will explore the complex independently.
No, mandatory security checks cannot be skipped even if you have a pre-arranged entry ticket.
Your ticket grants access to the main building, Divankhana pavilion, mausoleum, mosque, and bathhouse within the palace complex.
Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip; sun protection such as hats and sunglasses is also recommended.
Bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket, valid ID for discounted tickets, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and water. A camera or smartphone is also suggested.
Ensure you have your pre-arranged entry ticket ready for scanning at the entrance upon arrival.
No specific bag rules are mentioned, but it's advisable to carry only essentials due to uneven pathways and stairs.
The ticket includes entry access to explore the palace complex on your own schedule.
No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the Palace of the Shirvanshahs ticket package.
Visitors usually spend approximately one hour touring the grounds of the palace complex.