Baku, Azerbaijan
Residential area with cheaper accommodation. Not much to do here - you'd need to take the metro to the center for sights and food. Safe and quiet, good if you're on a budget and don't mind the commute.
A big residential district northwest of the center. Regular neighborhood - locals going about their business, corner shops, not much to see as a tourist. Accommodation is cheaper than the center if you don't mind taking the metro in. The southern parts are closer to the action; further north is just residential. Very quiet at night - not in a sketchy way, just because everyone's at home. Minimal English spoken.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
GoodDrug Activity
Very HighHomelessness Visibility
Very HighGetting By in English
Moderate"Stayed here to save money, metro into town is easy"
"Very quiet after dark, nothing open late"
"Locals curious but friendly enough"
"Not much to do here, just a base"
"Felt safe but isolated from nightlife"
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The obvious starting point - it's where the main sights are. Compact enough to see in a morning. Food costs more here than elsewhere but the settings are nice. Wear flat shoes for the uneven stones. Fine to walk around after dark on the main paths.
Where locals go for nightlife and shopping. Yashil Bazaar for cheap produce and goods. Not much tourist infrastructure - limited English. Fine for a market visit during the day; for nightlife, better to go with others.
The waterfront path. Good for walking, running, or renting a bike. Some cafes and the Carpet Museum along the way. Nice for a break from sightseeing. Busy with locals in the evenings.
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