Is Milan Safe for Women to Live?

Safe depending on the zone and time of day. Usually around centrale, where the train station is, gets bad after dark. It’s a very quiet city at night so can feel scary if you’re on the street but there are buses that run at night so you don’t necessarily need to walk all the time.

Public transportation in Milan is very safe and available 24/7, from the metro, tram, and bus to taxis and ride-share. However, there’s a medium risk of pickpocketing in the city, and it’s most widespread in crowded areas and stations.

Central Milan is very easy to navigate and to feel safe in. The public transport is consistent and convenient. At night the main streets are mostly always busy, so you never feel alone or endangered.

It depends from the zone and the time. I usually don’t come home alone at night, but I don’t like the neighbours I live. So I think it’s really related to where you, but generally I don’t feel safe at night. During the day I’ve never had problems and I feel pretty much safe

It’s relatively safe as long as you stay away from certain neighborhoods at night. And I’d say the threat is not being raped or sexually assaulted but rather getting robbed. So I’d suggest being more careful with valuables/keeping your backpack in front of you in public transport

Milan is one of the least safe cities in Italy. Girls aged 18/20 and even 50 feel compelled to pay €30 for a taxi to avoid walking alone home (1 km). Going out to dance in the evening is absolutely unthinkable without male companionship due to the fear of being touched, grabbed, or even assaulted.

Milan is a safe city, regular precautions are just fine. I’m used to walk alone at night in the city center or drive, park and feel safe. Same applies to public transport. But as any other place, better not be too flashy.

Solo travel experience

Milan was my first solo journey, I didn't speak Italian, and I had never been to Italy before. I often got lost, but always found a place to eat. I felt very safe in this city and would recommend it to any woman wanting to explore and eat amazing food. The city gave me a lot of confidence and reminded me that I could face this world alone.

Solo travel experience

I stayed in Milan for 3 days alone in November and I really enjoyed it there. I walked or took the subway everywhere and felt safe all the time. However, I did not go out at night, so I am not sure how safe it is there after dark, but other than that, I would recommend this place. Beautiful architecture and a lot to see.

Solo travel experience

Great place for solo travelling if you love walking around, sightseeing, shopping and great food! There are female-only hostels available in the central of the city - very close to all must-see places.

Solo travel experience

I didn't like Milan. It's really a boring city, besides the cathedral there is nothing to do there, unless you like fashion and spending money.