Museum of Miniature Books

A lovely museum to visit! We were walking around Old City in Baku and noticed this on Google Maps and decided to check it out. First plus point is entrance is free! It’s not an extremely large space and it shouldn’t take you more than 30 minutes to browse the different displays and see all the miniature books they have. The displays are for a bunch of different categories like books from specific countries, specific genres, etc. The curator is a wonderful person who happily explained the story behind the museum and walked around with us and explained a few of the displays! They have the world’s smallest book and it was so neat to see it. In the end, we ended up buying a few souvenirs (our favourite being a mini Quran that has a tight clasp and can be used as a key chain - it makes a great gift)! We also ended up donating a few Manat to show our support for the museum.

We made a quick 20 minute stop at the Miniature Books Museum and it was well worth it. The collection is fascinating, showcasing tiny books from all over the world. It’s amazing to see how much detail and history can be packed into something so small. The museum even holds a Guinness World Record, which made the visit feel even more special. A unique and charming spot that left us smiling.

Truly one of the best experiences I had in Baku. The books are a personal collection of a beautiful lady who collected all miniature books over 40 years of travels all over the world. It holds Guinness world record which was is super impressive as well. Definitely worth a visit if you are an avid reader and books lover! The staff at the museum is so kind, she helped me pick out a mini book magnet of a classic “Little Prince”, thank you so much ❤️ p.s: Museum is free to visit and definitely one of a kind!

The Museum of Miniature Books is a quaint and charming place to visit. I was told it’s the only museum of its kind in the world. It has a fascinating history and an incredible collection of tiny books—some of them truly unbelievable in their detail and size. A few were even available for purchase. Well worth a visit if you’re in Baku.

This is a free museum which showcases the worlds largest collection of miniature books. If you are in the old town, a definite must visit.

The Museum of Miniature Books in Baku, nestled within the Old City, is a delightful, free‑entry gem showcasing over 6,000 tiny books collected by Zarifa Salahova over 30 years. It holds the Guinness Record for the largest private collection of miniature books . Highlights include a 17th‑century miniature Qur’an, ultra‑micro Japanese flower books (2×2 mm), and teeny editions of Pushkin, Shakespeare, and modern works . Visitors praise the friendly, informed staff and the museum's cozy, focused display—it’s a quick 10–15 minute stop but leaves a big impression . Ideal for bibliophiles and curious travelers, this charming spot offers a unique peek into craftsmanship and literary history in miniature form.

Absolutely enchanting! The Miniatür Kitab Muzeyi (Baku Museum of Miniature Books) in the heart of İcheri Şəhər is unlike anything I’ve seen before. It's home to thousands of the tiniest books from over 80 countries — each one a piece of art and history. The museum holds a Guinness World Record, and once you step in, you'll see why. From a 17th-century miniature Qur’an to books that are just 2x2 mm in size, the collection is both impressive and heartwarming. A must-visit if you're in Baku — it's peaceful, inspiring, and completely unique. And most of all there's Gulnur - a sweet, super nice, beautiful girl who treated us not as customers but as friends & really went out of her way by showing us around the best shops to visit. If you are in the Old City of Baku, don't skip the Musuem & Gulnur. Both are great gems!

A really unusual and intriguing museum with almost 3000 minuture books, from all over the world, displayed in glass cabinets. Free entrance.