based on 78 experiences from female travelers
Isabell
Italy
Overlooked by many foreigners, mostly locals travel to Northeast Brazil. Definitely recommend visiting Olinda, very small cute historic town also had a big carnaval festival every year different to Rio. The music is great - you’ll hear Forro and Briga everywhere which is also different to Rios samba / Pagode / baile funk vibe and driving further down south there are great beaches, can also do horse riding by the beach and surfing which I loved
Posted: February 9, 2026Lucia
Austria
for now, i have never felt unsafe or not able to take out my phone. of course you cant be dumb and be careful, but i feel like everyone here is welcoming and you make new friends everyday anyway so youre never really alone
Posted: February 8, 2026Samara
Brazil
In Antonina e Morretes there are many options for outdoor activities (trekking, climbing, rowing, and more), however, it is necessary to book in advance. Most areas are accessible by car. The region is safe and the people are very friendly. The towns are small and the historic center is simple and welcoming; it's worth trying the 'barreado' (beef stew), the local bananas, and products made from them.
Posted: February 3, 2026Experienced: January, 2026Based on 222 local experiences
Based on 222 local experiences
Hellen
Honestly, it's a great place to live, very safe. The people are usually polite and warming, the city is calm compared to other places, but you can have some fun. Still, it's best to be careful with your belongings when walking alone at night in the empty streets.
Posted: February 10, 2026Isabell
Nothing happened to me as solo female traveler during the day, especially in popular areas around Boa Viagem or Olinda, it’s very quiet. It’s normal to be always vigilant but it’s much safer than Rio for example
Posted: February 9, 2026Karolyne
During the day, you have to be careful with your phone and all kind of eletronics and jewelry. Do not walk holding your phone, put in some safe place like a purse with a cross strap and avoid to use it on the streets, specially if your are alone. If you need to use, enter an establishment. During the night I don't recommend at all to walk alone, specially in historic center or Av. Paulista. Prefer using uber to go to places.
Posted: February 8, 2026Karolyne
São Paulo
3 days
Hey girls! I'm Karol, I'm from the south of Brazil but now I live in São Paulo with my bf who travels a lot and my cat, named Miley. I would love to help ans get to know new people, I did a backpack all by myself 3 years ago and I know how we can feel unsafe sometimes so that's why I'm here. I would love to meet ya! I'm also learnig spanish but I think I can communicate enough already so that's it! I'm super interested in home exchange too.
Larissa
São Paulo
3 days
The most significant thing that I have is my heart and if you are a nice person it is open to you! I am an easygoing, good vibe and full of energy person! love to meet places, people and learn about the world. I'm here to make the World better and enjoy it!