Is Reykjavík Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Very Safe
4.6 /5

Women living in Reykjavík consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5.

Crime rating

Very Low
1.1 /5

Women living in Reykjavík consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.1 out of 5.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 12 experiences

Safety rating:

4.6/5Very Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4.3/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.5/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.1/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Reykjavík?

Hanna

Hanna

City center is quite safe and you don’t really need to worry about any harm coming to you. The nightlife can be a bit wild at times but nothing you can’t handle. Recently there has been an increase in pick pockets at popular tourist attractions but if are mindful it is perfectly safe.

Posted: August 11, 2025
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Sesselja

Sesselja

Its a pretty safe city but the crimes are going higher. Sexual assaults when partying down town and murders. Partying down town never leave your glass and don’t trust strangers. Just be awere that’s these things happen.

Posted: June 25, 2025
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I’ve been working here for three months and it’s probably the safest city I’ve ever been in. No matter the time men don’t bother you. I’ve never been catcalled. I can leave my things in public without worrying they’ll get stolen. There’s also not much police around which personally gives me a sense of safety and ease.

Posted: June 20, 2025
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Mostly safe, might be some pick pocketing in touristy areas. Most parts of the city are safe to walk around after dark, but be alert if downtown especially on weekends if very late. Most dangerous thing in Iceland is probably nature.

Posted: April 18, 2025
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Steinunn

Steinunn

Reykjavik is a very safe place to be, just like everywhere else exercise normal caution. Don’t get extremely drunk, don’t hop into a car with random people all that. Not much street crime although it can happen.

Posted: January 30, 2025
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Is Reykjavík worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.3 /5

based on 12 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Reykjavik is quirky, safe, and interesting. There are plenty of attractions for days when the weather doesn’t agree with your plans 😅. The Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja, and rainbow road are stand outs. The food and beverages are expensive. Expect to spend $50 USD on a main and $12 USD on a beer.

Posted: October 8, 2024Experienced: October, 2024
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Safety in Iceland

Frequently asked questions

Is Reykjavík safe?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5.

Is Reykjavík safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Reykjavík consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Reykjavík?

Women living in Reykjavík consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5