Is Nice safe for solo female travelers?

Nice is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. Like most popular tourist destinations, it has its share of petty crime such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas, but violent crime is rare. As a solo traveler, maintaining a high degree of awareness and using common sense – particularly at night and when visiting quieter areas – will be your best tools for remaining safe. Staying in well-lit, populated areas and securing personal belongings are recommended. Overall, Nice places a high value on safety and security, especially within its many traveler sites and hospitality venues.

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How safe is Nice for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.4 /5

based on 19 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

I'm absolutely in love with the city of Nice and the whole region 🥰 I visited it twice, once during my first ever solo travel and it was amazing experience. I've always felt very safe, even at night and the people were so kind. I'm sure I'll be coming back 😊

Posted: July 3, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
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Solo travel

I had a really lovely time in Nice last August! I felt super safe the whole time and everyone was very nice. Lots of things to do in the city and surrounding areas! I highly recommend to anyone solo travelling

Posted: March 25, 2025
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Clara

Clara

France

Group travel

Here is my last trip in South of France in Nice 🌞🌊 Yes it was safe What we did : - Promenade des Anglais - Cours Saleya - Vieille Ville - Colline du château - Arènes de Cimiez - Musée Matisse - Opéra Club Nice (Party) The city is very nice and I recommend all the things we’ve done :) I stayed at a friend house and the train from Paris Allez/Retour was 62€

Posted: March 11, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Solo travel

Nice is a great central city un south France. It's easy to access by trains, plains or buses and allows you to visit beautiful villages around. I felt safe even at night during my solo trip of 4 nights.

Posted: February 4, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Inês

Inês

Switzerland

Solo travel

I felt very safe even walking at night. I was based in Cannes, but did day trips to Nice and Monaco. I would just be careful on the trains as they can get full very quickly and this is a good target for pickpockets. Other than that, I always felt very nice and there’s a strong tourist infrastructure

Posted: August 29, 2024
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How safe is Nice for women?

Local safety index

3.8 /5

Based on 20 local experiences

Local crime index

1.7 /5

Based on 20 local experiences

I would say that I feel pretty safe here. But I live in a good part of town. There are some dangerous parts like Las Planas and Les Moulins. I wouldn’t advise going there even during the day. I was warned about the pickpockets, but I haven’t encountered anything like that. I would still advise to keep you possessions close and be vigilante on the train stations

Posted: October 10, 2025
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Elmira

Elmira

As a woman in Nice, I feel safe walking alone, whether by the sea or in the city. The lively atmosphere, people around, and calm vibe make me comfortable and give me a sense of security in my daily life.

Posted: August 28, 2025
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Lina

Lina

I find that it's a pretty safe city, except maybe at night when there can be fights or men who whistle at us, especially when alone, but I've never experienced anything more than that. During the day, no problems at all.

Posted: August 8, 2025
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Bertille

Bertille

Pretty safe except near the train station Some street are less safe than some but never bad a problem for now Some homeless live in few streets but doesnt bother you Less dangerous than paris Byeeeee

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Celeste

Celeste

I have only been living in Nice for 2 years, but as a student here I often go out at night whether on weekdays or weekends, I‘ve always been taking public transports or walked around the city by myself and never had any problems.

Posted: March 24, 2025
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