Trip to Azerbaijan

Hi guys!

I hope my post will be helpful for those who are planning a trip to Azerbaijan.

I planned to stay a couple of days in Baku, then drive to Qabala for another two days, and then return to Baku for my flight home.

Here is what I found helpful.

1. Exchange money at the airport. There is a Kapital Bank exchange where I exchanged my money at a reasonable rate: 1 $ = 1. 697 manat. If you missed it, don’t try to exchange it near the old city or tourist places, as their exchange rate is lower (1$ = 1.67 manat). Try to find the branch of Kapital Bank on Google Maps and exchange there for a better rate.

2. I took a mobile SIM card from Azercell. The prices are in the photo I shared above.

3. I rent a car in Baku only when I am driving to the hotel in Qabala. It is better to use a taxi inside the capital due to the high traffic and local driving ways. I rent a Chevrolet Cruz for 55 manats per day.

4. Avoid stopping in restaurants on your way. Some restaurants have two types of menus: higher prices for tourists and lower prices for locals.

5. I would suggest Qabala Xanlar restaurant in Qabala, as their prices are the same for tourists and locals, and the food is good quality.

6. Use Waze instead of Google Maps as it shows radars and speed limits, but don’t overspeed as some police cars have installed radars in their cars so they can catch you. Drive save anyway.

I would suggest that all local restaurants do not charge tourists more for their food, as this would pay off in the long run. Be kind and improve your food.

Azerbaijan is a beautiful country to visit.