Is Bandirma safe for solo female travelers?

Bandirma is generally safe for solo female travelers. Crime rates are relatively low and locals tend to be respectful and welcoming towards visitors. Nevertheless, as in any city, it is advisable to be cautious and mindful of your belongings, especially in crowded areas. Basic precautions like not walking alone at night in unknown or poorly lit areas are recommended. Knowing a few basic Turkish phrases is also beneficial.

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How safe is Bandirma for solo female travelers?

How safe is Bandirma for women?

Local safety index

3.4 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Local crime index

1.2 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Büşra

Büşra

I've been in Bandırma since 2021 for university. And I think Bandırma is a vocation town. You have sea which is 30 minutes away. When the season is summer you can chill in Erdek. Bandırma don't have so much cultural or historical places but if you want some peace you absolutely visit here and enjoy calmness. Cause people don't rush here.

Posted: November 22, 2025
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Rumeysa

Rumeysa

Bandırma is a small city but it is quite developed compared to other small cities in Turkey socially etc. It is a city where the student body increased thanks to its university which opened in 2015. It is very possible that you will see students from other 3rd world countries. I love night walks and I can do it without any discomfort, it may be because I am in the center but I was never bothered by the place we stayed in far from the center before. In general, I think it is a safe place, except for the gypsy neighborhoods, namely Çınarlı Neighborhood. If you see gypsy children smoking or...

Posted: February 9, 2025
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Humeyra

Humeyra

It's not a tourist city. So I wouldn't recommend visiting it. It's a safe place to live. It's nice to be by the sea and have access to fresh fish. We can go to big cities in a few hours. Other than that, I can't make any other suggestions

Posted: April 7, 2024
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