When is the best time to visit Baku?

The best time to visit Baku is April to June, September to October.

What currency is used in Baku?

Baku uses the Azerbaijani Manat (AZN).

Travel Guide

Baku travel guide

Baku, Azerbaijan's capital on the Caspian Sea, juxtaposes ancient history with oil-funded futurism. The UNESCO-listed Old City (Icherisheher) with its Maiden Tower and Palace of the Shirvanshahs contrasts dramatically with the Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center's flowing curves. Fire Temple of Ateshgah and mud volcanoes remind visitors why this is the Land of Fire.

Language

Azerbaijani, Russian

Currency

Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)

Timezone

AZT (GMT+4)

Best time

April to June, September to October

Budget/day

$50-100/day

When to visit

Jan

2 to 8°C

Feb

2 to 8°C

Mar

5 to 12°C

Apr

10 to 18°C

May

16 to 24°C

Jun

21 to 29°C

Jul

24 to 32°C

Aug

24 to 32°C

Sep

20 to 28°C

Oct

14 to 22°C

Nov

8 to 15°C

Dec

4 to 10°C

Very High season High season Moderate season Low season

Safety

Low Risk

Baku is safe for tourists. Avoid any political gatherings and comply with photography restrictions near government buildings.

Women travellers

Exercise standard precautions. Research specific areas before visiting. Use registered transport services. Avoid isolated areas at night.

Culture & etiquette

Smart casual in the city. Modest dress for mosques — women should cover heads.

+ Novruz (March 20-21) is biggest holiday—streets come alive with festivities
+ Ateshgah Fire Temple shows Zoroastrian heritage
+ Mud volcanoes at Gobustan (60km)—unique bubbling landscape
+ Carpet weaving is UNESCO Intangible Heritage

- Don't display expensive items
- Don't share too much with strangers
- Don't ignore local customs
- Don't assume everyone speaks English