Is Rome Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Rome

Safety rating

Moderate
3.3 /5

Women living in Rome consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.4 /5

Women living in Rome consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.

Violence rating

6.1%

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.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 48 experiences

Safety rating:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.7/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.3/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.4/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.6/5A bit worried

How safe is Rome?

It's a big city, especially in the outskirts it is not very safe, in the center the controls are greater but it is vast and even there it depends on the area. I recommend going to areas with lots of people like Trastevere and the surrounding area, especially if you're looking for nightlife. Despite this, it's worth it.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Overall the city is quite safe, still there have been episodes in the news that made me think and fear otherwise. I have been living here for ten years and I have to say I only witness to a couple of episodes, a robbery and a person completely wasted. Still, as a woman I still avoid certain areas at night, like Termini station, and I am super aware of my surroundings when I am alone.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Rome is a big city. As in every big city, you have to be smart and present to yourself; if you don't look confused or trust strangers, it will be a safe experience! If you don't feel safe, you can look for one of the many shops or restaurants where you can read "punto viola": they will help women who ask for it!

Posted: January 22, 2025
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Rome safeness depends on the neighbors you go. I would just suggest to avoid not crowded places at night, especially near train stations. During the day, I always feel very safe to go around and take public transportations

Posted: January 20, 2025
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Rome, like many Italian cities, is generally safe, with the exception of a few minor crimes, such as purse snatching, pickpocketing, and car theft. Travelers need to be careful as in any other capital city as there is very little violent crime, but plenty of scams and pickpocketing.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Rome is quite safe, especially closer to the city center, but walking alone at night can feel a bit uncomfortable. Over the past two years, nothing critical has happened to me, but there were a few instances when men approached me in a very pushy and intrusive way, trying to get my number.

Posted: January 15, 2025
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Rome is acceptably safe as far as it concerns physical harassment or robberies (but pickpockets on public transportation are very common). It is thou pretty common to hear people commenting on women or catcalling them. The central areas are safer, the problem is that many areas are not covered by public transportation and this creates unsafe environments when walking on streets.

Posted: January 13, 2025
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I think it’s kinda safe, you can walk around tame the bus and having no problem during the day especially if you are in the center you should not have many problem. During the night it became a bit more dangerous and actually being alone scares me. Anyway I recommend to non to go in the Est of Rome or the extremely south west or Est, the center/ north center/ south center are definitely safer. Anyway Rome is one of the most beautiful city in the world the history and the art that you can see when you walk around is Wow . And also the cuisine☺️

Posted: January 4, 2025
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Michela

Michela

Rome is definetly unsafe. Of course it depends on the neighborhood you are, but being a big city It Is common to meet lot of people looking for someone innocent to trick. However I think Rome Is not far different from the other big cities so if you already live in one of them you shouldn't be scared. If you don't you just have to pay high attention and not trust strangers.

Posted: January 3, 2025
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I avoid moving alone at night her in Rome because there are a lot of weird people, expecially on the public transports. But often it happens that I’m forced to do it and nothing never happened to me.

Posted: January 2, 2025
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Is Rome worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 87 experiences from female travelers

Family travel

My trip to Rome was amazing! Me and my family spent 6 days in Rome visiting the highlights and I must say I felt like I lived there before, like I belong there. Felt home! I visited too many places to remember them all now but everything, the museums, the churches, the farmers market, the streets, the nature, the architecture... All beautiful and special! Did you know there's a pyramid in Rome? I just saw one and couldn't believe my eyes. On my next trip to Rome I will definitely get inside to explore and learn it's history, also I suggest that you go really early to the most famous places like church St. Peter in Vatican, the Colosseum or the Pantheon because the lines are long and it can take time to get in. Also, a good solution is to buy online the tickets so that you don't wait that long in line. Hope it helps see you :)

Posted: January 20, 2025Experienced: September, 2023
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Family travel

Unfortunately, this was by far my least favorite vacation location. Everything was too expensive, the food was subpar & inauthentic, and the city was somewhat filthy… The actual historic sites were truly breathtaking, and definitely worth the visit. Personally, I have zero desire to return, but if I went to keep other travelers company, I’d prefer to stay anywhere in Italy outside the city & just pop in when we visit attractions.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Meet locals in Rome

Giordana

Giordana

About Me

I love travelling, camping and walking around in cities, archaeological sites and nature. I'd like to know and befriend with people around the world. I'm currently studying Korean language and culture and next year I'm also learning Chinese and, maybe, Arabic.

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Chiara

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🙋🏻‍♀️ Mother of two cats, curious, creative and eager to learn and discover new perspectives. IG: @tomatisoup

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Safety in Italy

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome safe?

Women living in Rome consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is Rome safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Rome consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.7 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Rome?

Women living in Rome consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Rome?

Women living in Rome consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Rome?

Women living in Rome consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Rome consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Rome?

Women living in Rome consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Rome?

Women living in Rome consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

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

Women living in Rome consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Rome consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.