How do you spend a day in Baku?

10 Incredible Things to Do in Baku
  1. Check Out the Old Town of Baku. ...
  2. Visit Bibi-Heybat Mosque and Check Out its Interior. ...
  3. Admire the Hypermodern Beauty of Heydar Aliyev Centre. ...
  4. Buy Some Spices and Tea Leaves at Yashil Bazaar. ...
  5. Stroll Along Baku Promenade and Check Out Mini Venice. ...
  6. Hike Up the Highland Park at Sunset.




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With just one day in the Azerbaijani capital, you can explore its architectural gems, Soviet legacy, seaside promenade, and the Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here's how to get the most out of 24 hours in Baku.

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The highlights in and around Baku can be easily covered in three days. However, Azerbaijan is more than just its capital. Absheron National Park, located not far from Baku, is a great place to spot the country's unique wildlife.

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Baku is a very walkable city. There's wide footpaths, lots of underpasses to avoid a wait at the traffic lights, and it's mostly flat. Your first port of call should be the Old City (Icheri Sheher). The Old City is a compact walled city and it's a good idea simply to lose the map and wander through the alleyways.

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Traveling around Baku by city bus Baku has a very good city bus system. Buses are quite modern and rival city buses you would find in Europe. A bus ticket inside the city costs around 0.20 AZN while buses to the suburbs will typically charge from 0.30 AZN to 0.50 AZN. Here is a map of all the bus stops in Baku.

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How Safe is Baku for Tourists? Thanks to income from oil and gas, Baku is a modern capital city with decent public transport and is generally safe. There are some risks of petty theft in crowds or bars, and tourists can be a target of drink spiking and other scams (see above) in Western-style bars and nightclubs.

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Overall, Azerbaijan is considered to be relatively affordable compared to many European or Western countries. However, prices can still vary within the country, with Baku, the capital city, being generally more expensive than other regions.

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Here is the list of best places to visit in Baku:
  • Baku Eye. Baku Ferris Wheel is popularly called as Baku Eye or Devil's Wheel is located in the Seaside National park of Baku. ...
  • Teze Pir Mosque. ...
  • D?nizk?nari Milli Park. ...
  • Flame Towers. ...
  • National Flag Square. ...
  • Little Venice. ...
  • Baku Boulevard. ...
  • Icherisheher Fortress Walls.


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A family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,867.4$ (3,174.6man) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 519.0$ (882.3man) without rent. Baku is 66.5% less expensive than New York (without rent). Rent in Baku is, on average, 90.0% lower than in New York.

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The best time to go to Baku is the span from April to October. During the summer months Baku suffers from extremely bright sun rays where as winter months are extremely cold. Baku has a very dry weather. The months of January, July and November must be avoided in order to avoid the dryness of the place.

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As this is a Muslim country, foreign women should dress modestly, especially in the rural areas, and cultivate a certain coolness of manner. Women can dress in normal western-style modest clothing, although female visitors should avoid wearing short skirts (they must be below the knee) and shorts.

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Safety tips for visiting Baku Be aware of your surroundings and stay alert to potential dangers. Avoid walking alone at night: It is best to avoid walking alone at night in Baku, as it can be dangerous. If you must walk alone, stay in well-lit areas and be aware of your surroundings.

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Cost of Living Comparison Between Baku and Dubai You would need around 9,697.6man (20,952.6AED) in Dubai to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with 3,700.0man in Baku (assuming you rent in both cities).

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What is Baku famous for? The capital city of Azerbaijan, Balu is positioned on the shores of the Caspian Sea at the crossroad between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The destination is primarily known for its unique fusion of historical and modern architecture.

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There are certainly exceptions and sights worth seeing, but Baku is the center of Azerbaijan economically, politically and culturally. Georgia vs Azerbaijan Tourist Attractions winner is… Georgia. The widespread attractions across the country make Georgia a better option for travelers.

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A family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,867.4$ (3,174.6man) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 519.0$ (882.3man) without rent. Baku is 66.5% less expensive than New York (without rent). Rent in Baku is, on average, 90.0% lower than in New York.

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Souvenirs from Baku are as bright and colorful as Azerbaijan itself. Romantics and aesthetes buy jewelry and silk scarves, gourmets enjoy a choice of baklava and rich alpine tea, few pass by carpet weaving products.

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Azerbaijan is a cash-based economy. You'll need to pay in local currency for most goods and services. US dollars and euros are common. You can change notes in good condition for local currency.

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We feel that 2 days is just the right amount of time to see the highlights of Baku and get a feel for this very interesting city. One thing we didn't do was go to the mud volcanoes of Gobustan just outside of Baku. With an extra day ( and cooler weather) this can also be on your Baku itinerary.

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