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Take a wine bar crawl

Baku is alive with a smorgasbord of enticing drinking holes across all price ranges, most serving a range of local wines, while specialist wine bars such as KEFLI, Enoteca Meydan, Saqi, CafeCity, PORT Wine & Grill and others provide truly authentic wine experiences for both connoisseurs and beginners. And some tour companies offer wine crawls, allowing you to savour wines made from native grapes while enjoying traditional snacks and discussing the country’s wine heritage at multiple local bars in the historic city centre. Don’t miss trying a glass of pomegranate wine, a local delicacy.

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Curator Kristel Mae Pasague
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  1. KEFLI Local Wine & Snacks
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    Tərlan Əliyarbəyov · Baku · Azerbaijan

    KEFLI Local Wine & Snacks

    KEFLI is a cozy wine bar in Baku that celebrates Azerbaijan's rich wine heritage. Offering a curated selection of local wines by the glass, it provides an inviting atmosphere for both connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts. Complemented by artisanal snacks and a warm ambiance, KEFLI is the perfect spot to unwind and explore the flavors of the region. Telephone: +994 51 308 99 09

    40.368°N 49.840°E

  2. Enoteca Meydan
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    Boyuk Qala · Baku · Azerbaijan

    Enoteca Meydan

    40.366°N 49.836°E

  3. Saqi Wine Bar
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    AF Mall · Baku · Azerbaijan

    Saqi Wine Bar

    Wine Bar at the center of Baku. More than 90 local wines. Best cheese and meat boards. Different snacks. Cocktails.

    40.377°N 49.842°E

  4. CafeCity 28 Mall
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    28 Mall / 28 May area · Baku · Azerbaijan

    CafeCity 28 Mall

    Stepping over the threshold of CC 28 Mall, you find yourself on the streets of warm Mediterranean countries from a bustling and noisy shopping centre. The colourful facades of miniature houses with tiled roofs, green shutters and blinds and carelessly hanging grapes under the azure sunny sky beckon you to walk through the narrow cobbled streets in order to plunge into the world of taste and gastronomic pleasures. Come, it is sunny all year round here!

    40.379°N 49.846°E

  5. PORT WINE & GRILL
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    Baku Boulevard · Baku · Azerbaijan

    PORT WINE & GRILL

    40.339°N 49.837°E

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Take a walking tour of Soviet films shot in Baku

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By following in the footsteps of these popular Soviet movies, you’ll hear fascinating stories related to the films and pass by some of Baku’s top monuments and places: from the UNESCO-listed Maiden Tower and Shirvanshahs’ Palace to the Baku Boulevard, Nizami Street and Fountains Square. Many other hidden gems can also be found, as well as numerous cafes and restaurants where you can stop for refreshments.

Go for a stroll on the Baku Boulevard

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To soak up Baku’s relaxed seaside atmosphere, take a stroll along the beloved Boulevard. Founded in 1909, this beautiful promenade and national park offers hours of pleasant strolling along the Caspian waterfront. For well over a century, the Baku Boulevard has been a beloved recreation area for Baku residents. Over the years it’s gradually been extended and beautified and nowadays, in addition to ever-changing views of the city and Baku Bay, it boasts an abundance of trees and green spaces, making it an ideal escape from the urban hustle and bustle.