Is Azerbaijan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Azerbaijan is generally considered a safe destination for solo female travelers. Local people are friendly and willing to help. The capital, Baku, is particularly safe with good level of police presence, clean streets and well-lit public areas. However, as with any travel, maintaining a high level of situational awareness and taking common sense precautions is necessary. There can be instances of petty crime or pick-pocketing, but violent crime is rare. It can be advisable to dress modestly due to cultural norms, particularly outside urban areas.

Safety rating

4.1 /5

Based on 15 experiences from female travelers

3.7 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.6 /5

Based on 5 experiences from local women

Azerbaijan is currently ranked #99 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Azerbaijan?

Safety at night:Safe

Azerbaijan, notably Baku its capital, is generally safe for solo female travelers during night hours. The main areas are well-lit and patrolled, and the people are usually friendly and helpful. It is, however, always advisable to practice standard precautions such as avoiding desolate places, not accepting rides from strangers, and being aware of one's surroundings.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Azerbaijan is generally safe, with buses, trams, and metros serving as common ways for locals to get around. However, be prepared to navigate crowded conditions especially during rush hours. Female solo travelers should also pay attention to their belongings against petty theft. Taxis are also prevalent and affordable, but ensure to use official taxis with clearly displayed registration numbers for added safety.

Street harassment:Low

Azerbaijan, particularly its capital Baku, is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. Street harassment is not prevalent, and locals are often polite and respectful. There have been isolated reports of inappropriate comments or attention, but this doesn't appear to be widespread. It’s also important to remember the local customs and dress modestly, especially when visiting more conservative rural areas. Overall, being vigilant and aware of your surroundings to ensure personal safety is always a good practice.

Petty crimes:Low

Azerbaijan, overall, is considered a fairly safe country for travelers. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and purse snatching do happen, particularly in crowded places and tourist areas, but on a global scale, the frequency of these incidents is relatively low. As a solo traveler, it's important to take the same common sense precautions you would anywhere, like keeping your valuable items secured and staying aware of your surroundings.

Is Azerbaijan worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 15 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.4/5

Safety

4.1/5

Food

4.7/5

Budget-friendly

4.1/5

Arai

Kazakhstan

Azerbaijan, Solo travel

It was good; the food was amazing. I felt safe because it’s a Muslim country, and the people are good. Azerbaijan has beautiful nature, and what I love most are the food and the people. Baku is also beautiful; the night view of Baku is amazing.

Posted: July 2, 2024

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Dr.

India

Baku, Family travel

Its indeed very disappointing to say that baku is not at all safe for women at night specially women who are travelling alone. Every men around you is obnoxious and would stare you as if he is going to rape you. Day 1 till day 5 most of the men i met were very vile and bad and all they would look at you as if they would rape you even try to eve tease you and if you revolt back they would make sure you learn a lesson for pointing out the inadequate behaviour of men towards you.

Posted: June 23, 2024

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Eszter

Hungary

Baku, Solo travel

Best food in the Caucasian region. I felt completely safe all the time, the people are awesome and friendly! So many things to see, I loved the carpet museum the most, but the Mini Dubai feeling is incredible too!

Posted: June 11, 2024Experienced: May, 2024

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Azerbaijan, Couple travel

Yes, I felt safe. I stayed in a small hostel, it was very cheap but not very clean. Transportation was very simple and also cheap, so I downloaded the Bolt application for transportation. Azerbaijani food culture is very rich, I am sure you will like most of the restaurants. I went to a local restaurant called "Shirvanshah" and I liked it very much. There is also a very nice museum you can go to, its name is "Heydar Aliyev Center".

Posted: June 4, 2024

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Irshad

Azerbaijan

Baku, Solo travel

It's amazing to travel Baku food is tasty and people's are beautiful with kindness thy all are very helpful and honest I love travel again here in next year I am happy to live here feel safe and secure

Posted: May 6, 2024

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Jamileh

Jordan

Baku, Solo travel

I arrived to Baku through Ganja because the tickets are way cheaper than reaching Baku directly. Ganja is one of the historical cities in Azerbijan and you can enjoy one day wandering around the city then to head to Baku through the train, it takes around 3 hours and it was super comfortable and I advice you to get the tickets ahead of time. In Baku I stayed in Zamzam hotel and its very affordable hotel and close to the center. In Baku I personally found Bolt the best way to move around the city as its cheap and easy to use. I recommend Azerbijan for female solo travellers because its safe and you will enjoy each moment in there. The food, places and people all were great.

Posted: January 7, 2024Experienced: November, 2023

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Baku, Solo travel

Baku is stunning, pristine, well-maintained, with futuristic modern buildings and a very hospitable population. It is full of contrasts, with orthodox Muslim women on one hand, and on the other hand, there are liberal and free women dressed according to the prevailing atmosphere.

Posted: September 24, 2023

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Azerbaijan, Solo travel

I spent the entire week in Baku. I stayed in two different hotels, which cost me 33 dollars and 70 dollars per night. In total, I spent about 1200 dollars for the week. I booked three full-day tours directly and paid in cash, which was much cheaper than booking online. As a woman, I traveled alone and it was safe.

Posted: August 3, 2023

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Azerbaijan, Solo travel

I was in Azerbaijan for only a few days. I really loved the one-day trip to Gobustan (mud volcanoes, cave drawings, Yanardag, etc.) Bolt was very cheap, so I used it to get around.

Posted: July 23, 2023

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Baku, Solo travel

I went to Baku alone from Tbilisi (my first solo trip) and I really enjoyed it. Overall, I felt quite safe - I was followed by a few child pickpockets on the promenade, but this phenomenon is common in many cities. A large part of Baku reminds me of Europe, with a slightly oriental touch, and everything is easy to explore on foot (I walked around on my own and it was fine). I recommend using Uber or Bolt in Baku, as taxi drivers there try to cheat people.

Posted: April 21, 2023

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Is Azerbaijan safe for women?

Safety index

3.6 /5

Based on 5 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 5 local experiences

Baku

I think Baku overall is a safe place for tourists. But as a woman, I believe we should think of being cautious wherever we are so more cautious, more safe. Baku is my hometown (I lived there more than 20 years), I haven't came across with any danger. Besides that, Baku is a place worth visiting at least once. There are lots of historically important places, entertainment, good restaurants, lively bars, and nice people. Definitely recommend visiting!

Posted: August 24, 2024

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Baku

Baku is safer than most of the cities I believe. You will not be robbed or attacked by anybody for most of the cases. Of course, as a traveler, you should be careful, especially, at night or walking around the places can be dangerous, out of the city center, but generally, I think for tourists, Baku is pretty safe and a nice place to visit. Our people are very hospitable and you are always very welcomed.

Posted: July 27, 2024

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