Is Hungary safe for solo female travelers?

Hungary is generally safe and welcoming for solo female travelers. The majority of Hungarians are respectful towards women and the crime rate against tourists is pretty low. However, like with any other destination, typical travel precautions should be taken. This includes avoiding empty streets late at night, not accepting invitations from strangers, and keeping an eye on personal belongings, particularly in crowded areas like markets or public transport.

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How safe is Hungary for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.5 /5

based on 114 experiences from female travelers

Eloa

Eloa

France

Budapest, Solo travel

Best time ever, such a fun nightlife with amazing people you meet in the hostel ! I recommend Hostel 1 a great party hostel ( stay on a Saturday for the boat party !!) Good thrifting and food and amazing views.

Posted: March 23, 2026
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Budapest, Couple travel

The Parks shall not be missed. They are beautiful. Just walking through the streets was so fullfilling. Food had normal europe prices, so still quite expensive. We were two girls and felt safe. The city was very big and we had a lot to explore. I really fell in love with the city. The political state is not really good locals agreed. It felt like a lot of young people live there and it seems great for students.

Posted: March 21, 2026
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Céronne

Céronne

France

Budapest, Group travel

A super great experience ! I spent 3 days here with my best friend and we didn't have any problem. The city is beautiful and there are many things to do. People we met were funny and cool. Even at night we feeled safe.

Posted: February 7, 2026Experienced: February, 2025
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How safe is Hungary for women?

Local safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 273 reports

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 273 reports

Budapest

Budapest is a really safe place especially in during the day at night also but there is few places for example it is not reccomended to go to Népszínház street at night and also the 8 district alone and if you can afford it, it's better to take a taxi at night

Posted: March 19, 2026
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Nikoletta

Nikoletta

Szeged

Szeged has a univercity with lot of hungarian and foreign students. It is a busy city, but it is not dangerous. There are interesting people as in every city, but as I know, it is a safe destination.

Posted: March 14, 2026
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Budapest

It is one of the safest cities to be in. I live here since 9 years i had nights and mornings never experienced anything unpleasent. As well as i never heard anything bad from my hungarian or international friends aswell

Posted: March 13, 2026
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Safety in Hungary

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Sedra

Sedra

Szeged-Csanádi egyházmegye

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hey ! I'm Sedra A Syrian student pursuing my master's degree in Hungary (Szeged). This summer I'm planning to roam around Europe, and also visit Hungarian cities. I really love travelling in groups and getting to know new people from different nationalities, so i hope to meet nice people here ❤️

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Varvara

Varvara

Pécs

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi everyone! My name is Varvara, but I go by Vara I’m from Russia, moderate traveller 😁 Currently based in Pecs, studying Bachelor of Art History 27 yo Grew up in Thailand, later moved to Dubai, now in Hungary Nice to meet you all 💖

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