Is Cuba Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Cuba
Safety rating
Women living in Cuba consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Cuba consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 3% percentage of women in Cuba 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 4 experiences
Safety rating: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.1/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Cuba?
Havana
Havana all in all is a safe city, compared to other LATAM cities. It used to be very safe, but this past few years it has gotten a bit dangerous. I wouldn't recommend walking alone at night or talking to strangers everywhere; most of them end up asking for money.
Posted: January 27, 2025
Raquel
Havana
Havana is a dangerous city when you are a woman alone, especially at night. There are multiple cases of rape, murder, and kidnapping. The victims are usually women and children. However, this usually doesn't happen to tourists (I've never heard of a tourist being raped or murdered here), you might just be robbed. The security system is more effective for tourists than for locals, and you will have more protection than I, a local. In recent years, Havana has gone through many situations (political problems) that have left an impact on the people.
Posted: January 6, 2025
Claudia
Havana
The violence rate in the country is generally low compared to other countries worldwide. However, there are the typical pickpockets who steal money, wallets, and glasses in crowded and distracting places, so always keep your backpack in front, not on your back. Avoid walking alone at night, especially in less-traveled areas. If you plan to go out at night, it’s best to have direct transportation to your accommodation. Never tell strangers where you’re staying, don’t walk around with your phone in hand or anything valuable, as you could be robbed. Never accept drinks from strangers. Other than that, everything is fine.
Posted: January 3, 2025
Ava
Guantánamo
Guantánamo is a very safe city, you can stay for long in the street, you can go to night clubs, discoteques and parties and feel secure and comfortable. People is very friendly, funny and love music and dancing, it's usual to find small groups having fun in the city, or at home.
Posted: March 10, 2024Is Cuba worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 29 experiences from female travelers
Cuba, Solo travel
Cuba is a much underrated country. It has so much to offer culture wise. The people are very friendly. It’s common to stay at peoples private houses, therefore one supports the locals. The food was great and I can’t say anything bad about Cuba. However as a woman I wouldn’t travel solo again because men are very forward in approaching and flirting.
Posted: July 11, 2024Experienced: July, 2024
Kate
United States
Havana, Solo travel
Cuba was an amazing adventure. I entered homes as a guest and left as family. I saw beauty and hardship. I was overwhelmed by warmth and kindness. My new & temporary family and neighbors watched out for me, we shared stories and laughs. I ate amazing food. I experienced delight. I couldn’t see it all in one week, so I will definitely return. ❤️ I stayed in a Casa Particulare with a family and loved this experience. My Spanish was very limited and my host helped me with getting taxis and, in general, had the whole neighborhood watching out for me. I felt very safe the entire time traveling solo. The Cuban people are warm, friendly, and welcoming.
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