Is Baku Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. Locals are often friendly and willing to help tourists. However, like in any other city, it's important to maintain regular safety precautions. Avoid walking alone at night in less crowded places and always keep your belongings secure. Sticking to the tourist areas is advised as well, as these are well-patrolled and have security measures in place.

Safety rating

3.9 /5

Based on 11 experiences from female travelers

3.7 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.6 /5

Based on 5 experiences from local women

Baku is currently ranked #3 safest place in Azerbaijan for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Baku?

Safety at night:Safe

Baku is generally safe at night, especially in well-lit and populous areas. Nightlife is lively and locals are friendly, often willing to help tourists. Take the usual precautions such as avoiding deserted, unlit areas, refraining from flaunting valuable possessions, and arranging taxis via trusted services. Public transport ceases at around midnight, therefore, pre-arranging safe transportation back to your accommodation is suggested.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Baku is generally safe. The metro system, buses, and taxis are often used by locals and tourists alike. Travelers should expect a high level of security in the metro system, with bag checks being a common occurrence. Buses can sometimes be crowded, but are generally safe, just be vigilant of your belongings. Taxis can be hailed from the street, but it's recommended to use official taxis or taxi apps for assurance of a fair price and safety. It's worth mentioning to stay alert, especially in crowded areas, but public transportation is considered relatively secure in Baku.

Street harassment:Low

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is generally safe for solo female travelers. The locals are courteous and behavior regarding unwelcome advances or street harassment is not common. However, as in any city, it is still advisable to stay vigilant, especially during the late-night hours. Avoid secluded areas and always be mindful of your surroundings.

Petty crimes:Low

Baku, similar to other major cities, isn't entirely free of petty crimes but the frequency is rather low. Pickpocketing can occur, especially in crowded places like markets or public transport. However, general vigilance and standard precautions such as not displaying valuable items openly can significantly mitigate this risk. Overall, the city is considered quite safe even for solo female travelers.

Is Baku worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 11 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

3.9/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4/5

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India

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

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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Irshad

Azerbaijan

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

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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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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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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I loved it. I only spent a few days there, but I had a great time. I stayed at the Sultan Inn, where there are many walking spots. It's a bit touristy because it's an old town, but I felt extremely safe there and there's a lot to see. I highly recommend a day trip to the mud volcanoes as well.

Posted: April 17, 2023

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Solo travel

I traveled alone to Baku and it was completely safe. I spent a wonderful 3 days there. I stayed in a hostel. There is a lot to do, a beautiful modern city with a wonderful old part of town.

Posted: April 16, 2023

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I fell in love with Baku. The city mixes old and modern in a very interesting way. It's a very pleasant city to live in and cheap according to Western standards. I felt extremely safe there.

Posted: April 13, 2023

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Solo travel

I visited Baku last summer and it was quite safe there. I fell in love with the architecture, and the local Azerbaijanis were very friendly.

Posted: March 25, 2023

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Is Baku safe for women?

Safety index

3.6 /5

Based on 5 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 5 local experiences

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 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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