Baku, Azerbaijan
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.
A long waterfront path along the Caspian - about 16km total, though most people just walk a section. Joggers in the morning, families in the evening. There's a Ferris wheel, some cafes, and the Carpet Museum near the Old City end. Bikes and scooters available to rent. Gets a nice breeze from the water which helps in summer. Well-lit with benches along the way. A few shopping centers and hotels along the stretch if you need food or bathrooms.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
Very HighHomelessness Visibility
Very HighGetting By in English
Good"Good for a morning run"
"Nice for an evening walk after sightseeing"
"Gets the sea breeze which is nice in summer"
"Rented a bike and did a long stretch of it"
"Not much to do except walk, but that's the point"
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Central and convenient. Good for eating, people-watching, and shopping. Pricier than other areas but everything you need is here. Stays busy late and feels safe.
Go up for the view, maybe a drink at the Fairmont if you want to splurge. Take the funicular down. Not a place to hang out for long - there's just not much else up there.
The expensive part of town. Designer shops, luxury hotels, high-end restaurants. Probably not relevant unless you have business here or money to spend. Safe and polished but you won't learn anything about Azerbaijan.
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