Is Lisbon Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Lisbon

Safety rating

Safe
4.2 /5

Women living in Lisbon consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Lisbon consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

Violence rating

2.5%

On average 2.5% percentage of women in Portugal 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 56 experiences

Safety rating:

4.2/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.7/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Lisbon?

Rita

Rita

It very much depends on where you are at which time. Martim Moniz and Oriente are pretty safe during the day but at night they might be too dangerous to walk alone. Overall those are the roughest areas but if it's during the day you'll probably be fine :D

Posted: March 9, 2025
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Domniki

Domniki

It is really safe and the area that I live in is extremely safe too. I haven’t witnessed anything suspicious or more dangerous and I feel safe even walking around at night. The public transport is also safe

Posted: March 1, 2025
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I've always lived in Lisbon and I've always felt safe. Obviously there are crazy people everywhere and you have to be careful, but in general, Lisbon is safe! At night the streets are almost always busy, in the places of greatest concentration, such as Cais do Sodré, Baixa Chiado, Santos, etc... and in the afternoon even more, with a lot of life

Posted: February 23, 2025
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Mel

Mel

Generally safe, I did not feel like I had to worry much. As with all travel, general travel sensibilities apply. Keep your belongings safe, beware of pickpockets. Avoid wandering dark alleys at night as a solo female traveller. Do not purchase goods from strangers who approach you from the streets or alleys.

Posted: February 20, 2025
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Overall I feel safe in Lisbon and I've never had bad experiences with uber drivers, in public transportation, walking alone at night or walking in busy touristic areas. I'd still advise cautiousness for pickpocketers and drug dealers.

Posted: February 18, 2025
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I would say that’s its safe city. Sometimes there are things to happen, but at the specific areas only (you just avoid them when it’s dark). I’ve never experienced any unsafe situations and my friends as well.

Posted: February 16, 2025
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stina

stina

At day it’s really safe but at night you need to be careful alone as a girl bcs sometimes they are strange men in the streets that try to follow you or talk to you :)))

Posted: February 15, 2025
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Lisboa is a very chill and peacefull City. I have been living here for the past 6 years and it is really a great place to find a middle ground betwen living in a city yet keeping a slow place. How ever that doens’t mean you Will be bored! There is always something new to discover an in a lot of diferente subjects, dependi Go on your interrests!!

Posted: January 30, 2025
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Lisbon is the safest city in Europe for me and I have been almost everywhere! Everyone is nice and stay away from you if you look scared . Even at night it is really ok . I feel constantly secure even if you can see in the streets sometimes people are really high but not dangerous at all almost nice😅

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Feels very safe, esp in the central districts. Haven't had any problems and people have been very kind, but it's still a tourist city and you should keep eyes open. But I feel much safer than in many similar areas.

Posted: January 23, 2025
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Is Lisbon worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.7 /5

based on 98 experiences from female travelers

Thisvi

Thisvi

Greece

Solo travel

One of the most beautiful European cities in my opinion! A small gem 💎 So colorful You can travel and navigate Portugal solo easily! Had an amazing time! People seem so happy there. You can get lost safely and explore the streets of Lisbon. Each one of them has a unique surprise! So many beautiful cool hipster style places to eat and coffee shops to chill or even work! 100% recommended.

Posted: February 26, 2025
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Family travel

Yes I felt safe, but that’s because I was with someone from my family. As a solo traveler I would recommend going with a group from a hostel or something. It isn’t dangerous, but if you travel alone at night it gets a little weird. There are lots of people who offer dr*gs or something else so be careful. There are a few famous streets, be careful there at night. Otherwise I felt great, even with one more person and I felt totally okay. Daytime is perfect I felt great all the time, just at night women should be a little bit more careful. Stay safe girlies <3

Posted: February 24, 2025
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Meet locals in Lisbon

Debora

Debora

About Me

Hi I'm Debora, I love to travel and discover new cultures, languages and food. I'm originally from Switzerland but I lived in Ireland, Germany, Puerto Rico, UK and currently living in Portugal. I can host but also just meet up to take you around Lisbon. I love to visit places where I know locals that can show me what's real and beautiful. I also love to solo travel via hostels or co-living spaces where I can meet many cultures and make friends.

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Paula

Paula

About Me

I’m 22 years old Polish girl that loves traveling:)

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Safety in Portugal

Frequently asked questions

Is Lisbon safe?

Women living in Lisbon consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Is Lisbon safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Lisbon consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Lisbon?

Women living in Lisbon consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Lisbon?

Women living in Lisbon consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Lisbon?

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Lisbon?

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Lisbon?

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

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

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

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

Women living in Lisbon consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5