Is Peru Safe for Women?
Safety rating
Women living in Peru consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Peru consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 3 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 11.4% percentage of women in Peru 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 38 experiences
Safety rating: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.3/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 2.4/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Peru?
Lima
Well, when you're carrying a backpack, don't leave it literally on your back in crowded places because it can be opened. Or, don't hold your cell phone in your hand on open streets (it can be stolen). Don't go alone to dark places or uncrowded streets. Downtown and tourist-heavy areas like Miraflores, San Isidro, or Surco are safer. Although other places are also "safe", always take precautions, but if you don't have much to lose like valuables, there is no problem in going to flea markets, or walking around any city.
Posted: September 14, 2025
Fabiola
Lima
This is my first time here and some friends told me things like, don’t stay out over 9 pm, and about robberys. Now I’m waiting for my service transportation, I’m gonna walk out today and tell you more later
Posted: September 14, 2025
Mafer
Lima
Lima is a safe place as long as you don’t go to sketchy places. Just be aware of your belongings and don’t walk showing what you have, you’ll be fine. I recommend using ride-hailing apps, and as women, not walking completely alone very late in the city or in less crowded areas. Do not accept alcohol from strangers.
Posted: September 1, 2025Lima
It is a big city with a lot of traffic. You can eat delicious food on every corner but always be careful with your belongings. You never know what might happen if you let your guard down; go out at night accompanied. If you walk alone, be careful.
Posted: August 19, 2025Nuevo Chimbote
It is a quiet place, but in certain areas it's better not to walk alone at night. Crime has become normalized and unfortunately there is a lot of news about extortionists, but if you know where to walk, nothing bad will happen. The people are friendly and honest.
Posted: August 1, 2025Is Peru worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 87 experiences from female travelers
Mari
Costa Rica
7 Colores, Group travel
Consider the height if you go, it’s an easy and short walk but the height make it difficult, if you are not used to exercise or at least walking bear in mind because is going to take a toll on you but it is definitely worth it.
Posted: September 5, 2025Safety in Peru
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