Is Buenos Aires Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Buenos Aires

Safety rating

Moderate
3.3 /5

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.6 /5

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.6 out of 5.

Violence rating

14.1%

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 27 experiences

Safety rating:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.8/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.1/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.9/5Moderate

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Buenos Aires?

I believe that Buenos Aires can be dangerous, but it all depends on the area and the time. There are places where it is recommended to be very attentive at any time of the day. And there are also places where it is preferable not to walk alone at night. But there are also very calm areas.

Posted: January 27, 2025
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I live in a rather peaceful and educated area, the people there are quite friendly, but the economic situation creates lots of needs to steal :( I never got anything stolen yet though, but a lot of people I know had this experience. Now, if you are careful nothing shall happen ^^

Posted: January 26, 2025
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While in Buenos Aires you should always be careful. The most important thing is being aware of where you are going and paying attention to your belongings at almost all times. As a local, I have never experienced any unsafely situation, however, they are very common.

Posted: January 23, 2025
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Antonia

Antonia

Coming from Ecuador which is really dangerous, I feel very safe in Buenos Aires. I’m not afraid of getting robbed at all, and the city is always awake, so you can safely walk alone during the night. There’s also public transport 24/7

Posted: January 10, 2025
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Nina

Nina

It depends on the area you are in, but the most worrying thing is the robberies that should not happen by avoiding certain areas and taking precautions. I lived here my whole life and a thief robbed me only once, he didn't even manage to rob me because the police were there but he tried...

Posted: January 9, 2025
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Vita

Vita

It's safe if you aren't walking alone in the dark in areas that are either bad or popular with tourists. It's better if you aren't alone. However, someone can still steal your things, even in a club, and the police won't do anything about it as they don't care.

Posted: January 7, 2025
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During the day, the majority of the city is safe, there are many police officers in the streets (like maybe 2 per street). At night, I would recommend being accompanied or relying on taxi services in neighbourhoods such as San Telmo or La Boca. Overall, what you can fear the most are phone or bag-snatchings, pickpockets and some cases of street harassment can occur like in major cities, but locals (or police officers) can help you. Don't hesitate to ask for help if needed, including in shops for example and do not stay alone with your discomfort, speak in!

Posted: January 4, 2025
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it's ok, is a beautiful city with beautiful people but obviously has someone's whit bad intentions good people always exist, you have to searching the most danger you can expose is robbed, but in the capital always has police

Posted: January 4, 2025
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Matilda

Matilda

Buenos Aires is a very big and beautiful city, although there are areas that are more dangerous than others, nothing will happen to you as long as you do not go into dangerous areas and at dangerous times (afternoon).

Posted: December 30, 2024
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josefina

josefina

Buenos Aires is a very safe city for women, if you stay in CABA in the typical neighbourhoods is really okay, you just have to pay attention in the street, watch out with your phone, don't take your phone out in the middle of the street. Also feminism is VERY strong here, more than any country I have been :)

Posted: December 27, 2024
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Is Buenos Aires worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 24 experiences from female travelers

Ana

Ana

Brazil

Solo travel

I am Brazilian, I stayed 30 days in Buenos Aires, and I felt safer than I would in the big cities of my country. Public transportation works very well, and the city has good infrastructure with sidewalks, parks, cafés, and pleasant places to walk around (this was my favorite part). Argentine beef and barbecue are incredible! However, I found everyday food to be nothing special. The bars and clubs there open very late at night, the party usually only stars at 1am and goes all the way to 5 or 6 am. And again, I felt safe walking alone at night in the nicer areas of the city. Here are some recommendations: - Feria de Mataderos: Definitely a MUST DO, it's every Sunday, very cultural, with live traditional music and street food. Around the square, there is the Museo Criollo de Los Corrales. Inside, there's an old bar where I found some gentlemen playing guitar; it was very touching. - El Boliche de Roberto: A bar with 130 years of history, with live tango literally every day of the week. The performances are very intimate and beautiful. - Bar El Federal: Great options for snacks, cheap wine, fair prices, beautiful decor, and the bar has over 100 years of history.

Posted: July 6, 2024
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júlia

júlia

Spain

Solo travel

Buenos Aires is one of my favourite cities in the world! Full of life and cultural activities, it is the vibrant home of thousands of Argentinians (some of the kindest and most welcoming people I've ever met!). Of course, there are some areas you should avoid, especially at night, and should be aware of your surroundings at all times, but besides it did not feel particularly dangerous as a woman travelling solo! Would defenitely recommend!! (But pro tip: learn some basic Spanish first! ;))

Posted: June 16, 2024Experienced: November, 2023
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Meet locals in Buenos Aires

Flor

Flor

About Me

Hi! I’m Flor, an Argentinian who is traveling through Europe for the first time. Right now I’m in Madrid but soon I’ll be in Barcelona, Paris, Berlin, London. I am an actress and I also work in film production and casting! I love art in any form so a huge fan of museums or cultural events.

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Antonia

Antonia

About Me

Hey, Im Antonia! Half Ecuadorian 🇪🇨 half Chilean 🇨🇱 living in Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷. I love traveling, fashion, dancing and I have 2 cats 🐈‍⬛🤍 -Spanish -English -Portuguese

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Safety in Argentina

Frequently asked questions

Is Buenos Aires safe?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is Buenos Aires safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Buenos Aires?

Women living in Buenos Aires consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5