Azerbaijan · 2026
Weekend in Quba
How to spend 2 days in Quba — a Friday-to-Sunday plan covering the highlights without the tourist-trap detours. Built from real attraction data.
Arrive and Settle In
Friday evening is for arriving, checking in, and getting oriented. Keep it simple — a short walk to get your bearings, then dinner near the hotel.
Juma Mosque
Free 100m from centreCentral 19th-century mosque with a striking blue dome and intricate stone carvings. Non-Muslims can enter the courtyard and prayer hall when no prayer is in session.
Tip: Bring a headscarf for women and remove shoes before entering. Best light for photos is late afternoon.
Quba City Park
Free 200m from centreA green space with walking paths, fountains, and a small lake. Popular with families for picnics and evening strolls.
Tip: The park's tea house serves cheap apple tea and baklava for around 1 AZN. Go after sunset for cooler air and fairy lights.
Friday dinner pick
The Main Sights
Saturday is your main sightseeing day. Start early to beat the crowds at the top attractions, then take the afternoon at a slower pace.
Guba Traditional Carpet Workshop
Free 09:00–18:00A working workshop where women weave Guba-style carpets by hand. Watch the process for free; no pressure to buy.
Tip: Ask to try the loom—they'll let you weave a few rows. Best time is 10am–noon when weavers start. Small rugs cost from 20 AZN.
Quba Genocide Memorial Complex
Free 09:00–18:00A somber stone-and-marble memorial marking the mass graves of the 1918 massacre. The site includes a museum with photos and artifacts.
Tip: Visit early morning for quiet reflection. No photography inside the main hall.
Firudin Safiyev's House Museum
0 09:00–17:00A modest museum in the former home of Soviet pilot Firudin Safiyev. Displays his flight gear, photos, and military medals.
Tip: Entrance costs 1 AZN. The elderly caretaker loves to tell stories in Russian or Azerbaijani—point to the photos to get him started.
Saturday dining
Before You Leave
Sunday morning, before checkout, is for the things you didn't fit in on Saturday — or a slower revisit of the place you liked most.
Getting Around Quba
Quba Central Bus Station → Qonaq Evi Hotel
Quba Central Bus Station → Qonaq Evi Hotel
Baku International Bus Terminal (20 Yanvar metro) → Quba Central Bus Station
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) → Qonaq Evi Hotel, Quba
Where to Stay for a Quba Weekend
For a short break, stay central — walking distance to the main sights saves hours across a 2-day itinerary.
Weekend in Quba — FAQ
Is a weekend enough to see Quba?
A weekend (2 full days) is enough to cover the highlights of Quba. You can see the main attractions, eat at a couple of good restaurants and get a real feel for the city — as long as you prioritise well. This guide is structured to help you do exactly that.
When is the best weekend to visit Quba?
See our full best time to visit Quba guide. For a weekend break, shoulder season (spring and autumn) typically offers the best balance of good weather, manageable crowds and reasonable hotel prices.
Where should I stay for a weekend in Quba?
For a short break, stay as central as possible — walking distance to the main sights saves significant time and lets you head out after dinner without worrying about transport. See the best hotels in Quba for rated options. TripSage's free briefings tell you the specific rooms to request at each property.
How do I get around Quba for a weekend?
The main transport options in Quba include Quba Local Mini-Bus (Marshrutka) to Qonaq Evi and Local Taxi from Quba Central to Hotel. For a short stay, walking and public transport are usually the most time-efficient combination — parking in most city centres adds cost and delays.