Is Argentina Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Argentina
Safety rating
Women living in Argentina consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Argentina consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 14.1% percentage of women in Argentina have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 17 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.3/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 4.1/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.5/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.5/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Is Argentina safe for women?
Argentina
The area of Buenos Aires City is generally safe, even walking at night. Some province capital cities and major cities -including those cities around Buenos Aires City, called Conurbano- feel unsafe (it is useful to ask locals). Some precautions I take are to not walk alone at night, take care of my belongings, phone and bag, not carry important things in pockets that can be pickpocketed. There is organized crime that kidnaps women for traficking in some mid-sized cities. There are men that add drugs to lose consciousness into women's drinks (it happened to me in my city). Small cities and towns, however, feel safe. But again, I recommend asking locals upon arrival.
Posted: September 28, 2024
Graziela
Buenos Aires
I live alone here for over 5 years now and I have never experienced sexual assault or anything. I feel really safe as a woman in the city. Of course I take care of myself but I walk alone after midnight and still feel safe.
Posted: September 18, 2024Buenos Aires
I live in Palermo, is one of the most expensive, safe and turistic áreas of capital city and i feel safe enero near my house. But You have to be alert, not show your cell Phone or expensive things
Posted: September 15, 2024Buenos Aires
Buenos aires, as any big city, is beatiful because of its atractions and streets full of culture, but it always depends on the boroughs and the time you are in that place. There are many people sleeping on the street and eating what they can. From what I have experienced, they are drunk or high, and they will ask you for money or food. Please be careful everywhere with the thieves that steal in seconds from your pockets, bags or hands. Mostly, they steal phones on the street, the subway or the bus. When far from the center, the danger increases
Posted: September 2, 2024Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a small city, everyone knows each other so it is very safe, of course you have to be careful with your things, but stealing it's not common. You have to be careful in Winter, because it gets dark earlier.
Posted: August 19, 2024
Lois
Buenos Aires
it always depends on where you are. It's a big city, so you need to be careful and watch out. Personally i've always had good experiences, I love the city, but you need to be aware. there are zones that it's better if you don't walk alone by night.
Posted: August 14, 2024
Magali
San Martin de los Andes
San Martin de Los Andes it’s a really safe city, of course as in every place there are some places you have to be careful if you are not from there but most of the people are really nice and welcoming
Posted: July 27, 2024Buenos Aires
Its safe in popular zones, but no alone at night. If you take care and avoid dark and heavy zones, you will be ok and safe. Also, don't leave your phone on the table if you are sitting in a bar's table outside.
Posted: July 19, 2024Buenos Aires Buenos Aires City Region
The city of buenos aires is fairly safe. What i recommend is just always being on certain areas that are prone to tourism. Still, if you want to explore more, you have no reason to be scared, but do avoid areas like what “balvanera” would be at night. Its a bit dark. But i do say that mostly to avoid cases of theft. I hope you enjoy Buenos Aires and all it has to offer. If you girls need anything I can help you guaranteed
Posted: July 9, 2024Punta Alta
Punta Alta is a safe city. Robbery or assaults are not common, and it is also very safe for women. It is not a dangerous city; whenever I walk alone at night, I do not feel insecure or afraid. Perhaps some areas are better than others.
Posted: June 22, 2024Is Argentina worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 46 experiences from female travelers
Lilian
Brazil
Argentina, Couple travel
Traveling in Buenos Aires is a very nice experience, is not really an expensive place, amazing food around, a loads of options as gastronomy and supermarkets. Experienced a tango night and it was one of the most beautiful show that I've watched in my life. I recommend Argentine with no doubts
Posted: August 21, 2024El Bolsón Río Negro, Couple travel
El bolsón it’s an amazing city, it’s really safe , a place to relax. If you like hiking swimming and do activities in the nature this is the place for you. I went in summer and it was an amazing experience we went camping hiking the food is good. We met local people using couchsurfing I really recommend the experience.
Posted: July 25, 2024Meet locals in Argentina
Val
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Hi! I'm Val, this is my first time traveling and I'd love to meet new people and make friends along my travels! To walk through the city and chat for hours :D
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Graziela
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I am brazilian and I live in Argentina now. I work mostly from home and I love to travel and the best thing is that I like to share experiences with people.
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