Is Palermo Safe for Women?

It’s a safe place for women and solo travelers. Maybe don’t go dark at night into isolated areas, but in general it’s a safe place and all the main places have good light. Local people is very welcoming.

Palermo is generally safe for tourists, especially in the main areas. Stay alert, avoid isolated places at night, and watch for petty theft like pickpocketing.

I think it's safe. Of course it depends on the place and time but overall I felt very safe there. Palermo is generally safe, but you have to be careful at all times and this opinion should not affect how careful you are

Palermo is safe depending on the zone you are vising and the moment of the day. In the central area (the richest one) I don't have to worry about being assaulted or having something stolen from me. Although there are some areas I would not recommend walking through, especially alone and at night. It can be very upsetting sometimes to have someone whistle at you, when you find yourself in a dark and remote area

Palermo is full of people that actually mind their business, the fact is what area of Palermo you are at For example, the "Vucciria" area (is an open area that in the night time is a place for Dance and have fun) is full of every kind of people, but some could be under some substances, and I can't deny that, nowadays, Males are much more likely to get angry over dumb things; the feminine experience with the guys in there is 90% of him trying to board you but generally you can move to another spot and it just finish there. This kind of thing happens even with other open-places but you're safe. If you feel into trouble pick some good-looking people or groups and try to intend your problem. The help sign with the hand could be great too (hoping they know it tho). By the way, these are very common things in every public place at night, but if you know how to manage these things then you're good!

Solo travel

Palermo was incredibly beautiful. A lively city next to the sea, good food and beautiful places around. The city strongly smells of fish and moisture! If that makes any sense! Also, not many people speak English. But they are warm and helpful if you try to communicate with them using Google translate. The city was not at all dangerous, but I'd still advise to be cautious.