Is Sweden safe for solo female travelers?

Sweden, known for its high level of gender equality, is generally considered very safe for solo female travelers. The locals are generally respectful and kind, making it easier for one to navigate and explore the country. Like all destinations, basic precautions like staying vigilant, particularly during night times in bigger cities, are always recommended.

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How safe is Sweden for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.7 /5

based on 75 experiences from female travelers

Linda

Linda

Sweden

Borlange, Solo travel

Stayed in Borlänge during summer and went to a small outdoor restaurant close to the station. Alot of live music during the weeks (tickets needed) but such a great experience and atmosphere. Would love to go back!

Posted: October 6, 2025
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Stockholm, Solo travel

I really enjoyed my time in Stockholm at the end of August! ✨ The city is super clean, well connected by public transport ( the metro stations are full of art🤩) and very safe overall (just be cautious around slussen at night). It was my third time in the city and went to Abba museum (very worth it), ice bar, Drottningholm palace, Gamla Stan, Stadhuset and I can recommend everything! Loved Swedish meatballs, cinnamon buns and having fika! If you get a chance to go to Stockholm, you'll not...

Posted: September 30, 2025Experienced: July, 2025
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Mileena

Mileena

United States

Sweden, Family travel

Sweden is a beautiful country. Everyone there was so kind and welcoming. I enjoyed having fika with my family and new friends. The sweets were so good! I was surprised while I was there the sun never faded at night. Felt like a dream. 💕

Posted: September 9, 2025
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How safe is Sweden for women?

Local safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 278 reports

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 278 reports

Ingela

Ingela

Gothenburg

As a girl it is safe to walk alone at night, though I wouldn’t do it drunk, and I’m not worried to get robbed or pickpocketed. There is a bit of gang violence but it happens rarely and mostly in the outskirts of town. As a tourist you’ll be fine just using common sense.

Posted: March 16, 2026
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Stockholm County

Generally safe, if you are in the city. It gets a bit uncomfortable in the suburbs especially during night. I feel safe in general but I don’t go out this often by myself past 11-12pm so I can’t speak for that.

Posted: March 12, 2026
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Stockholm

I’ve been there as a tourist only few times, moving only now. But I never felt unsafe in Stockholm!🫶🏻 I think it’s a good place for a living and travelling. I guess you just need to be careful with areas, but basically all fine!

Posted: March 11, 2026
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Safety in Sweden

Hospitality Exchange in Sweden

Sarah

Sarah

Visby

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Hey, I am Sarah, a 20 year old student currently studying and living in Visby on Gotland. I am originally from Germany where I will also be during the summertime between June and August if I am not traveling at that time. I study Sustainable Development in Industrial Management and am very interested in technical things. I also really love and enjoy arts and crafts and really love to try out new things as well. I have always been painting and drawing a lot and have been crafting some decor from time to time. Recently I've tried some crochet and sewing as well. I also like to get to know new people wherever I am and especially enjoy this carefree friendship that just happens when travelling. I love hearing about fun, crazy and dramatic stories and generally enjoy a little gossipping. I also love exploring and seeing new places both by myself and with someone else and I have been to quite some places as well, although I sadly cannot say I am a professional traveller for now. Some dreams of mine include to roadtrip through new Zealand and backpack through Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia. Some countries I've recently travelled to include Greece, Turkey and Sri Lanka. I would love to meet up or host or stay with you, so feel free to reach out:)

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Jasmine

Jasmine

Stockholm

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Super happy to have joined this community I’m Lebanese I’m currently in Saint Vincent and the grenadines for a research will be here till the end of April After that if you’re in Miami let’s meet up? Then I’ll be in Sweden! I look forward to have a travel buddy this summer let’s do some ring spontaneous

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