Women living in Milan consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.1 out of 5.
Women living in Milan consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.9 out of 5.
On average 6.1% percentage of women in Italy have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 64 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.3/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.5/5 | Moderate |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.5/5 | A bit worried |
Mati
I think there are some zones in Milan that are not safe, especially at night, like near the train stations. But the areas that are most frequented at night, I think, are safer, like Darsena or Moscova. The same goes for public transport, that are usually very much frequented
Posted: March 14, 2025Komila
It really depends on the city part. However, it’s always better to be accurate and attentive, especially in the evening - walk preferably with a company. Also, it’s important to pay attention to your belongings in the city center and while using the public transport.
Posted: March 12, 2025Giulia
Milan is a big city, and it really depends on the time of the day and on the area you’re in. I would say during the day it’s pretty safe to walk on your own and i’m usually not worried about anything, maybe just be careful for pickpockets on the underground. On the other side, when it’s dark, i think there are some areas or streets, the less crowded ones, that you have to be more carfeul to take. My advice is to always keep eyes open and avoid to take the 90 bus at night ;)
Posted: March 6, 2025Kate
Overall depends on the area of the city (there are some areas that are not safe and it’s better to avoid). However pickpockets are everywhere and it’s better to look after your things, especially in central areas or Centrale
Posted: February 18, 2025Even though it's a beautiful place for colture, hidden gems and activities, it is quite unsafe for women. If you stay in the center, zona Navigli or Chinatown for example, you're pretty safe, but there are areas like Corvetto and Quartoggiaro that are known for being anything but safe, especially for girls. And night time can be difficult if you're Alone, so gotta be careful
Posted: February 18, 2025Silvia
I do not live in Milan, but in the province and is definitely very quiet as a small town in the middle of the countryside. I walk alone during day, in the city or in the wood, and during night. But Milan has become more dangerous, in the evening I do not take public transport alone and even parking in isolated areas. During the day I am always attentive to who I have around, there are many pickpockets and "strange" people (men for the most). It’s a beautiful city, it has a lot of things to do and explore, but pay attention where you go, there’s a lot of criminality in the remote streets. Stay safe in public lighted spaces when you’re alone or with a little female group.
Posted: February 16, 2025Unfortunately there a lot of immigrant that are harassing women also during the day, so from 2020 ongoing Milan is kinda dangerous, you need to be very concentrated on the street. I don’t recommend to walk by night alone, not even with a group of girls. During the nigh you need a taxi to move around safely.
Posted: February 13, 2025It’s not a safe city for women, especially at night. it’s very common to find pickpockets on public transport and it’s better not to walk alone in isolated streets. in some areas there are men who catcall you
Posted: February 11, 2025Based on the statistics, Milan is not considered one of the safest cities in Italy, actually quite the opposite. On my personal experience is not that dangerous if you’re brave and careful enough; I’ve never had a single problem even when I was traveling alone, in the worst public transportation, during the worst hours and areas of the city; maybe I’ve been lucky but that’s my experience.
Posted: February 5, 2025It really depends on the area. The train station is the most unsafe, don't ever go around there at night. The subway is also pretty dangerous at night and you can get pickpocketed at every hour of the day
Posted: February 5, 2025based on 51 experiences from female travelers
I felt quite safe. It's a big city, but even in the evening I didn't feel in danger. I really recommend to book the sights in advance, especially the Last Supper. The pinacotecas are great. The duomo is gorgeous, the rooftop is a must.
Posted: March 23, 2025Experienced: January, 2025Helena
Poland
It was really great trip, I recommend going to como it is cheap by train and around is peace and safe, also Kiko Milano shop was my favorite place where I got my souvenirs. I recommend go to big shops like dolce gabbana because they have really beautiful interior
Posted: March 8, 2025Natália
Hello, my name is Natália and I study fashion design in Milan. I love travelling and exploring other countries and cultures.
Aram
I’m master student in Italy, I study psychology cognitive neuroscience. I’m babysitting and love cooking