Is Porto Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Safe
4.1 /5

Women living in Porto consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Porto 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 37 experiences

Safety rating:

4.1/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.6/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Porto?

Bianca

Bianca

Generally safe, better to always have someone by your side and stay away from big groups of people, specially at night time. The majority of public places are fairly safe and quiet, however I wouldn’t walk alone in specific neighbourhoods, like Bairro do Aleixo.

Posted: September 8, 2025
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Porto is like 'very touristic city' but you feel safety. People respekt tourists. Maybe not areas of dangerous district but in downtown is super safety. I never had bad, dangerous situation im downtown.

Posted: September 3, 2025
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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, 2025
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Ecem

Ecem

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, 2025
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During 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, 2025
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Is Porto worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 52 experiences from female travelers

Family travel

very beautiful country, we eat very well, the weather is nice, a safe country, lots of things to visit . every year I go to Portugal. I visit the south, we do a bit of beach time, sightseeing, a bit of shopping and in the north, we walk around a bit, we discover new places, we go to the village festival

Posted: September 4, 2025Experienced: June, 2025
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Safety in Portugal

Frequently asked questions

Is Porto safe?

Women living in Porto consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Is Porto safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Porto consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Porto?

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

What is the crime rate in Porto?

Women living in Porto 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 Porto?

Women living in Porto consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Porto consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Porto?

Women living in Porto consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Porto?

Women living in Porto consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

Women living in Porto 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 Porto?

Women living in Porto consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5