Is Greece Safe for Women?
Safety rating
Women living in Greece consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Greece consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 5% percentage of women in Greece 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 162 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.8/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 4/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.4/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Greece?
VASILIKI
Ano Petroupoli
Petroupoli is located in the west suburb of Athens. With the public transportation is in 1 hour reach from the center. It is a safe town with a lot of cafes and bars. We can also go for a walk at the mountain (Poikilo oros).
Posted: August 20, 2025
Wiss
Greece
I spent almost a month traveling solo in Athens. I felt safe...but was very cautious about pickpockets in large crowds. There are a lot of beggars on public transport, but they weren't pushy and were generally polite. I only had one unpleasant experience at the beach. While I was tanning, I looked to my right and saw an old guy "playing with himself" and staring at me...awkward! Normally, I would have freaked out, filmed him, and called the police...but since it was a relatively deserted beach, I packed my things and went to another one. Otherwise, everything was fine. Even walking alone through the city center at 3 a.m., I felt safe.
Posted: August 13, 2025Athens
If you travel in known places it's pretty safe. But, if you walk in more empty or sketchy places (and there are a lot of them) then keep an eye out, especially if you are alone. Also, the Greek police probably won't help you so don't rely on them. Stay safe queens 🙏
Posted: August 13, 2025
Ariadne
Greece
The only thing I'm afraid of is all men and fascists. Otherwise, many people in Greece act with solidarity and empathy, as I'm with at least one friend of mine out at night, I'm not afraid at all. But women and queer people might be not safe alone and that's why we build communities and safe spaces 🩷
Posted: August 13, 2025
Andriana
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is a safe city ! The only area you should avoid at night is “Bardaris” and it’s the west side of the center !! Overall I haven’t experienced anything in my time here! I’m 6 years in Thessaloniki
Posted: August 6, 2025Is Greece worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 185 experiences from female travelers
Tinos, Group travel
Tinos is a lovely island with a local vibe. It is not as overpriced as other greek islands and has its own charm. It also culturally interesting as it has it own customs. It felt quite safe as well to travel around.
Posted: August 18, 2025Safety in Greece
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