Destination Safety Guides
In-depth guides for solo female travellers — neighbourhood scores, areas to avoid, scam warnings and real tips for every city.
🇯🇵 Tokyo
✔ 94/100 — Very SafeOne of the world's safest cities for solo women. Low crime, excellent public transport and a culture that respects personal space.
Read guide →🇹🇼 Taipei
✔ 92/100 — Very SafeOutstanding for solo women — low crime, excellent transport, helpful locals. The main risk is scooter traffic. One of Asia's best cities to travel alone.
Read guide →🇩🇰 Copenhagen
✔ 91/100 — Very SafeAmong the world's safest cities for solo women. Well-lit, walkable at night, very low harassment. Christiania needs awareness after dark.
Read guide →🇦🇪 Dubai
✔ 87/100 — Very SafeOne of the world's safest cities for solo women. Understand the cultural rules around dress and behaviour and you'll feel completely at ease.
Read guide →🇳🇱 Amsterdam
✔ 81/100 — SafeTolerant, easy to navigate and generally safe. Tram pickpocketing and bicycle theft are the main risks. Jordaan is the perfect base for solo women.
Read guide →🇵🇹 Lisbon
✔ 81/100 — SafeOne of Europe's safest capitals. Walkable, friendly and relaxed — watch for pickpockets on Tram 28 and avoid Martim Moniz at night.
Read guide →🇮🇩 Bali
✔ 78/100 — Generally SafeSolo-travel friendly with a strong expat community. Ubud and Seminyak are great — Kuta at night is a different story.
Read guide →🇻🇳 Hanoi
✔ 77/100 — Generally SafeWelcoming and manageable. The main risk is motorbike bag-snatching — carry bags away from the road. Tay Ho is the best base.
Read guide →🇮🇹 Rome
⚠ 76/100 — Take CareIncredibly safe by day — classic scams and Bus 64 pickpockets are the main risks. Prati and Trastevere are ideal for solo women.
Read guide →🇫🇷 Paris
⚠ 74/100 — Take CareIconic but requires awareness. Le Marais and Saint-Germain are excellent. Gare du Nord and the 19th arrondissement need more care.
Read guide →🇹🇭 Bangkok
⚠ 74/100 — Take CareFun and vibrant but scams are common. Stick to well-lit areas, use Grab for transport and avoid Patpong at night.
Read guide →🇪🇸 Barcelona
⚠ 72/100 — Take CareBeautiful city with a real pickpocketing problem. Las Ramblas is the worst street in Europe for bag theft. Gràcia and Eixample are great bases.
Read guide →🇹🇷 Istanbul
⚠ 69/100 — Take CareIncredible city but requires more awareness. Sultanahmet is safe; Beyoğlu at night needs caution. Street harassment is real.
Read guide →🇨🇴 Medellín
⚠ 67/100 — Take CareTransformed city — El Poblado is genuinely enjoyable for solo women. Watch for scopolamine drug-spiking in bars and avoid outlying comunas.
Read guide →🇲🇦 Marrakech
⚠ 65/100 — Take CareRewarding but challenging. Medina harassment is real — firm refusals and staying in Guéliz or Hivernage makes a big difference.
Read guide →🇿🇦 Cape Town
⚠ 63/100 — Take CareStunning city with stark contrasts. V&A Waterfront and Camps Bay are safe. Avoid the Cape Flats entirely and never leave items visible in a car.
Read guide →🇲🇽 Mexico City
⚡ 62/100 — Plan CarefullyManageable with preparation. Roma and Condesa are safe bubbles — other areas require serious caution, especially after dark.
Read guide →🇮🇳 New Delhi
⚡ 58/100 — Plan CarefullyRequires serious preparation. South Delhi and Hauz Khas are manageable — never take unmarked auto-rickshaws. Uber and Ola only.
Read guide →🇬🇧 London
⚡ 78/100 — Generally SafeVery walkable and diverse. Kensington and Notting Hill are excellent bases. Watch for drink spiking in nightlife areas and pickpockets on the Tube.
Read guide →🇰🇷 Seoul
✅ 88/100 — Very SafeOne of the safest cities in Asia for solo women. Excellent 24/7 transport and women-only metro carriages. Main concern: spycam awareness in public facilities.
Read guide →🇮🇹 Milan
⚡ 73/100 — Generally SafeSophisticated and largely safe. Brera is the best base. Pickpocketing on trams — especially Line 1 between Centrale and the Duomo — is the main risk.
Read guide →🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur
⚡ 70/100 — Generally SafeKLCC and Bukit Bintang are very comfortable. Main risk: motorbike bag snatching. Always carry your bag on the side away from traffic.
Read guide →🇮🇪 Dublin
⚡ 76/100 — Generally SafeEnglish-speaking, friendly and walkable. South Dublin is very safe. Watch drinks in Temple Bar and avoid the north inner city side streets at night.
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We currently cover: Amsterdam, Bali, Bangkok, Barcelona, Cape Town, Copenhagen, Dubai, Dublin, Hanoi, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, Lisbon, London, Marrakech, Medellín, Mexico City, Milan, New Delhi, Paris, Rome, Seoul, Taipei and Tokyo.
More cities are being added regularly — download the app for live safety scores for any destination worldwide.
10 Safety Rules Every Solo Female Traveller Should Know
- 1 Research before you book — not after. Check the safety score of your destination before committing. Some areas within a city are far safer than others.
- 2 Know which neighbourhoods to avoid. Every city has areas that are fine during the day but dangerous at night. Know them before you arrive.
- 3 Save emergency numbers before you land. Police, hospital, and your country's embassy. Know Your Trips stores these for one-tap access.
- 4 Share your itinerary with someone at home. A trusted friend or family member should know where you are each day.
- 5 Trust your instincts. If a situation feels wrong, leave. You don't need a reason.
- 6 Book your first night in advance. Arriving in a new city without accommodation puts you in a vulnerable position.
- 7 Keep a low profile with valuables. Expensive jewellery, visible cameras and flashy bags attract the wrong attention.
- 8 Use real-time safety alerts. Protests, road closures, and local incidents can change quickly. Stay informed while you're there.
- 9 Download maps before you go. Mobile data isn't always reliable. Have your maps and safety info ready before you land.
- 10 Connect with other female solo travellers. Online communities like r/solotravel are invaluable for real, up-to-date local advice.
What to Do in an Emergency
If something goes wrong while travelling alone:
- Call the local emergency number immediately (not always 112 — check before you travel)
- Contact your country's embassy if you need consular assistance
- Reach out to your accommodation — hotels and hostels deal with emergencies regularly
- Use Know Your Trips' one-tap emergency contacts to reach police, hospital or embassy instantly
Real-Time Safety for the Weeks You Travel
Live safety scores, areas to avoid, instant alerts and emergency contacts. Free to download — premium for the week you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is solo female travel safe in 2026?
Yes — millions of women travel solo safely every year. The key is preparation: knowing which areas to avoid, having emergency contacts ready, and staying informed about live safety conditions at your destination.
What is the safest country for solo female travellers?
Japan, Iceland, New Zealand, Portugal and the Netherlands consistently rank as the safest countries for solo female travellers based on crime rates, safety infrastructure and traveller reports.
How do I stay safe as a solo female traveller?
Research your destination's safety score before booking, know which neighbourhoods to avoid, save local emergency numbers, share your itinerary with someone at home, and use a real-time safety app to stay informed while you travel.
What app do solo female travellers use for safety?
Know Your Trips is a free travel safety app used by solo female travellers worldwide. It gives live safety scores for any destination, highlights areas to avoid, sends real-time alerts, and gives you one-tap access to emergency contacts.
What should I do in an emergency while travelling alone?
Save the local police, hospital and embassy numbers before you travel. Know Your Trips stores these for one-tap access. Always share your location with a trusted contact back home.