Women living in Porto consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.
Women living in Porto consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 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.
Based on 35 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.2/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.6/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.4/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.8/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
I’m aware of some robbery activities, even during day - that’s not pickpocketing. Lately a lot of antisemitic graffiti on the walls but looks like it mostly comes from the immigrants or students. A lot of homeless people are sleeping outside.
Posted: August 10, 2025Ecem
As a small town, the locals are genuinely friendly and full of smiles. Women greet each other warmly, creating a welcoming and safe atmosphere. The city has a cozy, sunny vibe, perfect for relaxed, authentic travel experiences :)
Posted: August 2, 2025During the day and in busy streets in the night, generally its a safe place. Keep your phones well hidden in busy hours since there's a good amount of people who will try to steal it. Transports have cameras so generally you are good!
Posted: June 19, 2025Porto is very safe city, there are some places where better not to go alone as girl but this places are more dangerous just at night. I’m living here for 2 years and haven’t expected any dangerous situation
Posted: June 18, 2025Rinrin
Porto is a really safe city, I think these days it’s a getting a bit more dangerous and there’s some areas I would be wary of walking alone at night, however, as long as you’re aware of your surroundings, it’s all good. I’ve lived here for 3 years and have never been assaulted / robbed / harassed on the streets in any way. Cat callers exist though
Posted: June 9, 2025based on 50 experiences from female travelers
I felt so safe! But honestly could’ve done 2 nights instead of 3 (unless you want to do the Douro valley tour). It was sooo crowded. Go to jardim de morro for sunset. If you’re solo traveling you can do a walking tour or wine tour to meet people.
Posted: August 14, 2025