Baku Hammam — Authentic Eastern Spa Experience & Wellness Ritual
Visiting a Baku hammam is an essential part of discovering Azerbaijan’s culture. A traditional Azerbaijani hammam is far more than a bath — it is a complete wellness, relaxation, and cultural ritual where the body is cleansed and the mind is restored. This is where you experience the legendary “33 pleasures”: deep relaxation, massage, tea, conversation, and true Eastern hospitality.

For centuries, Baku bathhouses played a central role in daily life. They were visited by rulers and craftsmen alike and built near palaces, residential quarters, and public spaces.

Among the most famous historic hammams are Agha Mikayil Hammam, Haji Gaib Hammam, Gasim Bey Hammam, and the baths of the Shirvanshahs’ Palace. These baths were designed with domed halls, hot and cold pools, massage rooms, and relaxation areas.
Today, you can join a Baku hammam tour that combines a walking introduction to historic bathhouses with a visit to a working traditional hammam. The experience includes learning about Eastern bath etiquette, a kese exfoliation, soap massage, powerful therapeutic body massage, and relaxation with Azerbaijani tea and traditional jams.
A Baku hammam experience offers complete rejuvenation, cultural immersion, and timeless traditions preserved for generations. After this ritual, you will feel renewed — and you will want to return again.


Included in the price:
• Guide services

Not included:
• Personal expenses inside the hammam (food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
• Bath procedures
• Aromatic tea with traditional jams

What to bring:
Nothing is required for this experience.
All traditional hammam clothing and accessories are provided on site.

Meeting point:
Your hotel or the nearest metro station

Transport:
Comfortable car/bus