Women living in Brazil consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.
Women living in Brazil consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 3 out of 5.
On average 11.7% percentage of women in Brazil have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 176 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.4/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.7/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.7/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.4/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
It's a quiet city but I don't go out much. I'm constantly afraid because you can't really trust people... It's great to walk around Belo Horizonte, there aren't many crimes, but of course, be careful and keep your guard up. The nights are dangerous.
Posted: May 6, 2025Luisa
Being in a metropolitan area , I think it's fair to say it could be worse. The biggest problem I'm seeing is people getting robbed. I've been harassed in the streets several times, but I've noticed it's better now. You should probably wander around the city with a local to not end up in a dangerous zone
Posted: May 1, 2025Nicole
My trip to Brasilia was in a group and only a few days, but the whole time I was there I felt safe and it was also very beautiful. I would recommend it to anyone Who wanted to travel to Brazil In addition to being a mix of political history and beauty
Posted: April 28, 2025If you are always aware of your surroundings you should be fine. Never easily trust people. if you do not speak the language it's safer if you are walking in groups. Do not go downtown alone. Research places before you go and you should be fine!
Posted: April 26, 2025Wlianni
In Brazil, there are several very safe places, small towns that allow you to travel alone without much worry. However, some states and capitals are very dangerous. Where I live, it's quite peaceful, but the capital Fortaleza is more dangerous.
Posted: April 21, 2025Alinny
Always stay in busy places and avoid going out after dark, Recife is beautiful, but it can also be dangerous. The cuisine, the landscapes, and for those who like old buildings, Recife and Olinda can be paradise. But be careful.
Posted: April 20, 2025Eduarda
It one of the most secure cities in Brazil but you still have to be cautious when traveling, avoid walking or using public transport alone late at night, choose accommodations near main streets or more familiar neighborhoods
Posted: April 18, 2025Duda
Santos is a really nice city if you got to way to walk around, just be careful with guys in bikes trying to steal your phone and try to be the most low as possible to not get attention. But by the beach is usually more safer and very lighting!
Posted: April 12, 2025It's safe, but I just think that, as a woman, I need to be more careful always! I recommend the city where I've been living for three years: Florianópolis. It's the safest city in Brazil.
Posted: April 11, 2025Salvador its a safe city, but you need to stay out of favelas. Thats a people neighborhood not a turist point. The people dont speak english but they will do everything to help you. Think like the european pickpocket, soo dont go outside like everything its okay
Posted: April 7, 2025based on 62 experiences from female travelers
Sao Paulo is a very fast-paced city, full of life and lights. It has great places to visit, such as parks and avenues. In my experience, the people were polite and I really liked it! However, many people warned me to be careful because the robbery and crime rate there is high, which made me quite worried.
Posted: May 7, 2025Experienced: April, 2025I was worried to visit São Paulo after hearing a lot of people say it was dangerous. After it went dark I did feel a bit unsafe and we ubered everywhere. But during the day it was completely fine, I took my phone out when I had to and just kept to busier areas.
Posted: May 2, 2025Naty
I love meeting new people and I'm looking to help girls who need tips or are staying here in the city! It's a little dangerous for outsiders here, but it's beautiful and a lot of fun! I'm an actress in training and I love art as a whole, it's full of it here! I don't speak English fluently, but I'm willing to make new friends even with this obstacle ;)
Gabriela
I'm an environmental engeneering student in São Paulo, Brazil. I'm passionate about meeting new people, exploring new places and cultures. Mostly, I'm down for everything, I crave a lot of novelty haha. I love museums, historic sites, partying and hiking.