Is Istanbul Safe for Women?

You shouldn’t be alone in the nights specially if you’re at the famous streets in Istanbul but during the day it’s totally safe. Kadikoy is the most peaceful popular place in Istanbul, I’m originally from there so you can hangout there and Asian side is much more calmer and safer than European Side

For Istanbul can be said “safety” however it depends in which part of city you are. Beşiktaş, Şişli, Kadıköy are most safety place in Istanbul but also Beyoğlu, Eminönü, Ataşehir is not bad but not every district.

I live in the Asian side of Istanbul and close the the sea. I have not experienced anything negative about safety so far. It might be useful to know about the neighbourhoods, some of them are not as safe.

I think İstanbul is safer than most of the European cities. But as a young woman I am not sure that if I can walk alone in the dark without worrying. And I think public transportation like bus, ferry or something like that are safe too but I can't say the same about metro stations.

It has become a very crowded city lately. It has a lot of history and beauty. There is also the risk that comes with data. It's not a very safe place anymore. There are many places to see. Istanbul is everbody’s love

Wherever you go in the world, it is better to take precautions. As a foreigner, I have been living in Istanbul for five years and fortunately I have not come across any dangerous casees. I have heard that some neighborhoods are dangerous at night, so it is better not to go to those place.

İn the morning everywhere is quite crowded but during night it can be dangerous some places. Generally I don't go outside late night. During weekend metro lines works 24 hour. Touristic places generally full of tourists and polices to make everywhere safe. Sultanahmet and around of it is totally safe and you can see there really expensive police cars

I have been living in Istanbul for 28 years. I did not encounter any problems. However, in my country, sometimes women may have problems. Do not take public transportation (such as metrobus, bus) when no one is around, and get off if you are alone. Don't be alone with a man on a bus. However, the city is generally very crowded and you can see people everywhere and at all times. Do not enter unknown, quiet side streets. Taxi drivers may defraud you. So use mobile apps. Try to ask mostly women what you want to ask, because men in Turkey can harass foreign women a little. These are my recommendations.

Moderate and depends on regions. In general at night, popular places can be safe but it would be good to be careful anyway. Some public transportation continue day and night but you need to check from related application also you can use taxi apps just like uber.

Actually Istanbul is safe city, it can’t be the safest but I didn’t worry about stole or something. But as a women or teenage girl would be better for me I can’t feeling safety especially in nights. And that’s a very bad feeling

Couple travel experience

Yes i felt safe it was very beautiful the weather was top we did a boat tour that was amazing we loved it the water was so blue and the mountains around us were so big. i would definitely doing again

Solo travel experience

I felt very safe (wearing hijab). I do not speak the language and they do not speak much English. I loved the shopping and beautiful mosques but the food was not good other than the Lebanese food which was amazing. Loved all the cats everywhere. Transportation was expensive in my experience.

Solo travel experience

I believe that you should be careful depending on the districts you’re visiting. The tourist areas are full of local shops that try to scam you. Turkish people are so generous and sweet but definitely be cautious about the scammers.

Solo travel experience

I travelled in Istanbul in 2022 it was a solo trip. Actually it was an amazing experience which change me a lot. That was my first time to travel alone. Turkey in general is a country. It has a diversity in nature, activity, food. I recommend Turkish delights so much. I really loved them. Also the prices is ok and the people are friendly. I also enjoyed the see tour in Istanbul so much. I went to princess island. I stayed there two weeks and I really recommend people to visit Istanbul