Is Vigo safe for solo female travelers?

Vigo generally offers a safe environment for solo female travelers. The city boasts low crime levels, and locals are often friendly and willing to assist if you encounter issues. As with any travel destination, it's always important to stay alert, especially in crowded public areas or at night. Also, be cautious of your belongings to avoid minor thefts.

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How safe is Vigo for female travelers?

Solo travel

It was really good it is so close to Porto so I added some photos from Porto as well. Vigo is a little city near the border between Spain and Portugal. It's mostly quiet and elderly people are living in there. That's why they are trying to keep young people's attention mostly immigrants but they behave well to them, they are really like each other and emphasizing each others cultures

Posted: May 6, 2025Experienced: May, 2024
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I spent 3 days in Vigo and absolutely loved it! The "old town" is lovely and being near the Ria is a plus. I spent a whole day in Islas Cíes and the hiking there always led to places with stunning views! The beaches were beautiful and the water was amazing! The sunset is late but incredible, recommend seeing it from the Parque de Castrelos!

Posted: July 2, 2023Experienced: May, 2023
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How safe is Vigo for women?

Local safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Local crime index

1.2 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Bizzy

Bizzy

Super safe city!! There aren't really public transport options at night, but it's very safe to walk around and also go out clubbing/drinking/etc. But if you don't have a place to stay close to the bars/clubs, you'll unfortunately likely have to wait until 6/7am to get home, unless you pay for a taxi/Uber/free now

Posted: August 28, 2025
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Cvita

Cvita

I feel fine with walking around wherever at whatever hour while being alone. People are minding their business and I don’t notice any issues in public spaces. I never encountered any problems and people act civilised. Before coming here, I never heard about anyone’s previous bad experiences in this area.

Posted: May 3, 2025
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Vigo has around 300000 inhabitants, and it is mostly safe. Some of the outskirts neighbourhoods are said to be a bit more conflictive, but it is not a daily basis and city center and most areas are completely safe. I always walk alone at night when I come back home and never had any trouble.

Posted: January 3, 2025
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Bb

Bb

For me Vigo is pretty safe. There are some immigrants but they are harmless. Sometimes people may be loud but I think it's a common feature of Spanish people. I don't feel any danger when I am returning back home very late.

Posted: June 26, 2024
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