Is Marseille safe for solo female travelers?

Marseille, being the second-largest city in France, is mostly safe for solo female travelers. Like many large cities, there is a mix of safe areas and areas better to avoid, especially at night. During the daytime, you needn't have much concern as long as you follow basic safety guidelines such as staying alert and keeping your valuables secure. However, it is recommended to avoid isolated areas and be cautious at night, particularly around the Old Port and the train station, which can be a bit dodgy. On the whole, the citizens are friendly and helpful, and public transportation is reliable.

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How safe is Marseille for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.2 /5

based on 17 experiences from female travelers

Nina

Nina

Italy

Solo travel

Went here to visit a friend of mine! It's a really lovely city. Lot of things to do, people are nice and i feel safe overall, but i think It depends on the zone... Btw it's a really colorful city. Totally raccomand

Posted: August 20, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Couple travel

I heard a lot how dangerous is Marseille, but we stayed in the downtown, so I guess it’s nothing dangerous about it The people were nice, much nicer than in Paris, there was some free concert on the street A lot of sightseeing places are completely free

Posted: April 11, 2025
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Solo travel

It was honestly a beautiful city; I really loved the beach and the people are super friendly. To stay safe in this city, you should especially avoid going out alone at night and choose the neighborhood where you'll stay during your visit. You can find all types of cuisine possible to meet everyone's needs. There are many affordable transportation options, making it easy to get around the city.

Posted: April 2, 2025
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Group travel

Marseille was fun. We all heard it's super unsafe but didn't really feel like it. Of course I only stayed intramuros. Even at night walking with a friend felt okay. Always be careful but I'd say it's all good.

Posted: March 12, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Sydney

Sydney

United Kingdom

Solo travel

Marseille is a gorgeous place near hiking in the mountains, nightlife in the city, and beautiful beaches. Truly one of my favourite cities in the world! I felt very safe— even did a bit of hitchhiking around in the Calanques. Went cave diving and spent most of my time by the sea.

Posted: March 11, 2025
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How safe is Marseille for women?

Local safety index

3 /5

Based on 35 local experiences

Local crime index

2.8 /5

Based on 35 local experiences

Nina

Nina

Marseille has a reputation for being dangerous, but in my experience, it's no more dangerous than anywhere else in France. It's a fairly poor city, so there's a risk of theft, but I find Marseille to be, above all, a welcoming city.

Posted: November 19, 2025
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Sandra

Sandra

Lots of guys ask for your Snapchat, lol. I was always hesitant to walk around Noailles at night. One day I was biking around looking for a rooftop to watch the sunset with some music, put the GPS on without knowing where I was going and suddenly boom, a whole area full of heroin junkies. Still, most parts of Marseille felt lively and friendly, and I never had any real trouble.

Posted: November 7, 2025
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Hind

Hind

Marseille is a cosmopolitan and big city but it s has its own charms thanks to the mountains and the see nearby. It is also a city with strong history. Even though in some neighbourhoods it sucks most of them are safe ! You are never bored in Marseille !

Posted: November 6, 2025
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Marseille is safe if you know exactly where to go depending on what you need to see. I live in marseille since two years and I can say that I feel safe wherever I go. Besides, you have to know that there's some places where it's a bit not safe and I'm basically just avoid it because literally there's nothing special to do there.

Posted: November 4, 2025
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Natty

Natty

Safe on the right place don’t go to sketchy places and don’t look to drunk in the streets even if you are stay strong and act like a dangerous person and fearless when walking at night overall it’s pretty safe

Posted: September 10, 2025
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Safety map

The safety map shows areas in Marseille where women have reported feeling unsafe.

Safety in France

Hospitality Exchange in Marseille

Anne-Astrid

Anne-Astrid

Marseille

Can host for:

1 day

About me

Traveling solo can be pretty intimidating, especially when you're young. And when you're a woman, it adds another layer of challenge with everything happening in the world today. That’s why I’m hoping to find good advice from fellow travelers, a sense of hospitality, and maybe even create some great memories along the way. Traveling brings me so much joy—it’s turned me from a shy girl into someone full of confidence. I can’t wait to repeat the experience!!!

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Valentina

Valentina

Marseille

Can host for:

7 days

About me

⚠️ I am not hosting for a while I am on vacation! You can text me anyway to get in contact. 🤩 Hi! My name is Valentina. I’m 24 years old and currently living in Marseille but I am from Serbia. I work as a judo trainer. I enjoy helping kids grow through sport and discipline. Right now, I’m more of an “inside girl”, this city can be a bit overwhelming for someone who loves nature and peaceful places. But life brought me here for work, and I’m doing my best to make the most of it. I’d love to start crossing my own boundaries, share good moments, and spend meaningful time with someone open, kind, and full of life. Maybe that’s you? To all the amazing girls out there—I’d be truly happy to host you if you're passing through. My door is open, and good company is always welcome!

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alice

alice

Marseille

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi ! I'm Alice, 19yo and I'm currently living in Marseille to study environmental sciences I love travelling around and meeting new people, for me it's a very cool way to discover a new place :) also I really love the idea of host and being hosted safely and for free to make new connections, so I wanna be a part of it

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Fleur

Fleur

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hello :) I am thinking about my summer trip around Europe and discovered this app. I i love this sharing concept, giving and receiving ♥️ Send me a message! I would be glad to give you advice, a house or Marseille tour !

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Natty

Natty

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

25 living in south of France marseille frequently traveling everywhere I can host or meet you can send a message I ll answer Also looking for trip advices for london or living advices because I m planning on moving there

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Léa

Léa

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm 25 and I've been living in Marseille for four years now. I first came here to study and ended up staying — I now work full-time at an engineering firm, focusing on infrastructure adaptation to climate change. I love walking around, discovering new places, and meeting people — but I also really enjoy spending time alone doing creative things. I’m always trying out new activities; some don’t stick (like crochet — that one didn’t last long), but others do! Right now, I’m into lindy hop (and I’d love to learn salsa), I’ve just started watercolor painting, and I recently got into rock climbing. I also love being by the sea — it’s one of the places where I feel most at peace. I’m involved with Oxfam, an organization that fights inequality, and I really enjoy discovering local initiatives and community projects. It’s something that keeps me curious and inspired.

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Lily

Lily

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi !! Actually in travel in south America ! I'm a girl of 21 years old. I study at the scool if fine art of Paris Cergy. I'm from Marseille and I'm in love with this city and above all the sun ☀️ I love making some video, taking picture and I'm always in to discover new place, going in new adventures ✨ I'm the type of girl who says Yess yo every plan : just chilling and play some cards game with a tea : of course Going to a hike for few days : let's goo Partying for all the night : i'm in baby

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Maria

Maria

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

My name is Maria Paula, im a Colombian living in Marseille, this summer I will be in Colombia I love outdoor activities, hiking, camping, etc I love animals

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Nina

Nina

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi everyone, my name is Nina and I'm 20 years old! I love to travel, alone or with others (often with my best friend Lila), to meet people, chat and share. I am very curious and adventurous and I like to step out of my comfort zone. I used couch surfing a lot and I loved every encounter ( This is a rather basic presentation, but I promise I have lots of things to share!! ) Looking forward to meeting you 💕💕

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Marwa

Marwa

Marseille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, I’m Marwa aka Bloodie — a car enthusiast, content creator, and future real estate queen based in Monaco. I’m passionate about motorsport events, design, and building creative projects. I love discovering new places, meeting inspiring people, and chasing big goals with style and ambition.

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