Baghdad travel guide
Baghdad Tourism | Baghdad Guide
You're Going to Love Baghdad
With 7,22 million inhabitants, Baghdad is the most populous city in Iraq. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Baghdad has to offer.
When to visit Baghdad
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Baghdad in July, when the average temperature is 34 °C, and the highest can go up to 43 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Baghdad, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Baghdad
Plane
When flying to Baghdad, you’ll arrive at Baghdad Intl (BGW), which is located 14 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Baghdad
Where to stay in Baghdad
Average rates range from around RM 566 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,009 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Baghdad
Hiring a car in Baghdad
Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Baghdad, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.