Women living in Paris consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.
Women living in Paris consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.
On average 5.5% percentage of women in France have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 204 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.5/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.5/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.5/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.5/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Marie
Paris is big, so it really depends on where you are. The most touristy places are somewhat safer from harassment and assault, but there are more people pickpocketing and stuff. If you're not comfortable walking around alone at night, avoid some areas in the 18th and 19th arrondissement (the closer you get to the outside of Paris). Otherwise, it really depends so it's hard to generalise.
Posted: March 8, 2025Not the safest place ever, but i've lived here for quite some time and i've never had any major issue ! I have experienced weird looks from time to time, but never really a difficult experience. However, take care about the neighborhoods you visit, some are less safe than others
Posted: March 5, 2025Clémentine
Paris like other French cities are quite safe. There are always hot spots of course but you will be able to identify them quickly - avoid Pigalle / Gare du Nord ! Basically if you are alone you can take common transport with no issue - passed a certain hour there is no more metro - please take a taxi instead of night bus that are reaaaaly creapy with the most dangerous people you will cross in town. Enjoy Paris !! Im here since 4 years and I never have any issue, never have someone trying to speak with me (unless homeless people asking money)
Posted: March 5, 2025There’s police almost everywhere but paris can get pretty scary at night based on which arrondissement you’re at, overall experience there’s a lot of pickpockets in the metros so take care ladies while travelling but after all it’s a pretty city !
Posted: March 4, 2025Paris is fairly safe depending on which arrondissement you are in. However it is a very touristic capital so always be aware of your personnal belongings and be vigilant in public transport. At night, if you don't feel confortable, I would avoid going in the 18th and 19th arrondissement.
Posted: March 3, 2025Paris is generally safe, but like any big city, you need to stay aware. Pickpocketing is common in tourist areas and the metro, so keep an eye on your stuff. At night, most places are fine, but some areas feel less safe. Just stay cautious, and you’ll be fine!
Posted: February 28, 2025Dalia
You need to be careful with the people, with you stuff, mostely in the Subway. There is lot of weird people. But in the city, it's okay, but if someone push you or something, just check your pocket quickly.
Posted: February 28, 2025Cécile
Paris is relatively safe,but you should be careful at night if you are a woman alone. There is night buses all night, but you can also take an Uber to go home, generally it is safer. During the day it is fine,but there is still some verbal harassments in the streets.
Posted: February 27, 2025sophie
I’d say it’s always better to move as a group, especially when it’s dark. Otherwise, during the day it’s safe (choose the right areas), you just have to be a bit more careful in public transportation since there are lots of pickpockets.
Posted: February 24, 2025I think it's like everywhere especially big cities, unfortunately no one knows, we have to be careful around us. Personally I have never been assaulted or anything else, yet. And for now no one of my friends does either.
Posted: February 23, 2025based on 123 experiences from female travelers
In paris i felt nearly as safe as in my home town. Everything was good, and not very expensive. A good city to just take a walk without destination and admire the city itself. It has it's own identity wich is soooo good.
Posted: March 6, 2025Barbora
Czech Republic
I spent New Year’s in Paris with my partner, and at first, it was beautiful. Museums, romantic streets, and that classic Parisian charm. But then, reality hit someone stole my phone. Just like that, all my photos were gone, and of course, they didn’t sync. So instead of a dreamy trip, I got a firsthand lesson in how much stealing happens there. Let’s just say Paris was not the city of love for me that day.
Posted: February 19, 2025Inès
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