Where can I walk in Baku?

  • 1) Nizami Street. Nizami Street is a major street in downtown Baku. ...
  • 2) Fountains Square (must see) ...
  • 3) Paired Fortress Gates. ...
  • 4) Maiden Tower (must see) ...
  • 5) Baku Boulevard (must see) ...
  • 6) State Carpet Museum (must see) ...
  • 7) Baku Funicular. ...
  • 8) Dagustu Park (Upland Park)




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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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Everyone who comes to Baku does come to Nizami Street, Baku. It is appropriate to say that Nizami Street is the place in Baku you have to go to. Also known as Targoviy Street, Nizami Street is a place where everyone comes for a reason or no reason at all. This is a bustling shopping street in the center of Baku city.

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Crime levels in Baku are generally low, but muggings do occur from time to time after dark in the centre of town around the western bars and clubs and near dimly lit entrances of private apartments. Take sensible precautions: be vigilant, avoid carrying large sums of money and don't walk alone at night.

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Other FAQ About Visiting Baku I'd recommend spending no less than two days in Baku. This will allow you to explore Baku attractions like the Flame Towers and Maiden's Tower at a leisurely pace. Moreover, since you will likely travel to Baku by plane, you need at least two days to justify the journey.

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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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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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Old Town (Icheri Sheher) is the best place where to stay in Baku.
  • Old Town (Icheri Sheher) – where to stay for the first time.
  • White City – best place to stay in Baku on a budget.
  • Nasimi – where to stay in Baku for nightlife.
  • Sabayil – best place to stay in Baku for families.


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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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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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Backpacking Azerbaijan Suggested Budgets On a mid-range budget of about 175 AZN per day, you can stay in a private hostel room or Airbnb, eat out a lot more, take some guided tours, enjoy a few drinks out, take some taxis, and visit more paid attractions.

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If you have three days in Baku, you'll have the perfect amount of time to see the main sights and get out of the city on a day trip too.

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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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All goods and services are paid in local currency. Pounds sterling, US dollars and euros are easily exchanged. Major hotels, supermarkets and restaurants in Baku usually accept credit cards. There are ATMs in most major towns and cities.

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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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