Mid-Range Travel Guide: Baku

Accommodation

$35-85 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, or well-located apartments with private facilities

Food & Dining

$15-35 per day

Mix of local restaurants, casual dining establishments, traditional Azerbaijani cuisine spots, occasional international food

Transportation

$8-20 per day

Combination of public transport, ride-sharing apps, occasional taxis, and metro for convenience

Activities

$20-50 per day

Paid museum entries, guided walking tours, cultural sites, day trips to nearby attractions

Eat at local tea houses and traditional restaurants away from tourist areas for typically 40-60% savings compared to international cuisine spots

Use the Baku metro and public buses instead of taxis for 70-80% savings on transportation costs

Book accommodation in residential neighborhoods rather than city center for typically 30-50% lower rates

Visit museums on free or discounted days, usually saving 50-100% on entry fees

Shop for snacks and drinks at local markets instead of hotel shops for 60-80% savings

Take advantage of free walking areas like Baku Boulevard and Icherisheher for entertainment without entry costs

Staying only in the city center tourist zone where accommodation costs are typically 40-70% higher than nearby neighborhoods

Eating exclusively at restaurants near major attractions where prices are generally 50-100% marked up

Using taxis for all transportation instead of learning the efficient metro system, costing 3-5x more daily