Women living in Izmir consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.
Women living in Izmir consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.
On average 6% percentage of women in Turkey have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 48 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.6/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 4/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.4/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.5/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Generally safe city in Turkey, But the hours with public transport are generally safer until night 24.00, I don't think after midnight , dark hours in the world is completely safe . There is no need to walk on deserted streets at midnight, prefer central places
Posted: March 31, 2025Merve
In general, except the dangerous suburbs, I can say Izmir is safe. Tourists and different cultures always welcomes. During the day, I think it’s completely safe, you can walk around in peace and explore the city. But after dark, especially after midnight, it’s better to prefer crowded places to stay safe.
Posted: March 24, 2025Actually Izmir is safer than many cities, people are more sensitive and helpful, but the news I hear in the country and around the world scares me. That's why I try to be more careful. But as a woman, I hate feeling unsafe. I return home late at night in Izmir, but I feel uneasy.
Posted: March 8, 2025beril
In Türkiye, people know İzmir as the country's most enjoyable, safest, and most modern city. Women can comfortably eat, drink, and watch the sunset. Additionally, women can feel relaxed while walking at night. The people of İzmir are very polite; you can ask anyone for help, and they would be happy to assist you.
Posted: March 5, 2025if you stay in the center and do not stay at very late at night, its a safe city. Tourist areas like Alsancak are very crowded on the weekends, but do not go to places like the historical elevator ( tarihi asansör) and kadifakale alone and at night. Stay in the crowd as much as possible. And do not show that you are a tourist.
Posted: March 2, 2025The security level varies depending on the regions. For example, while it's normal for someone to catcall you while walking on the streets of Çankaya and its backstreets, this is much less common on the Bostanlı coastline.
Posted: March 2, 2025Izmir's general public is kind to people they don't know. They adapt to societal rules. It is one of the most reliable cities in Turkey. Traveling on the streets when it gets dark is not a problem; it is very enjoyable and fun because it is a big city. I go for a walk every morning. In the evening, I go to the shops. 🤍
Posted: February 14, 2025Iremsu
İzmir is safe more than İstanbul and other big cities. People are love each other, respect and kind each other. But sometimes it can be dangerous outside because some people dont know how to behave in public
Posted: February 14, 2025Ceren
While the city center is quite safe, neighborhoods that are a bit away from the popular areas can be dangerous. Therefore, getting lost in backstreets may not be very safe. Alsancak, Bayraklı, Bornova, Karşıyaka, Mavişehir, Urla, and Foça are among the safe neighborhoods.
Posted: February 10, 2025Gülsüm
İzmir is generally safe, except for a few areas that you might want to avoid. The Konak area, Bostanlı area, and the area from Üçyol to Urla are pretty safe. I would avoid the inner neighborhoods.
Posted: February 10, 2025based on 4 experiences from female travelers
Sultan
Turkey
I was there camping and had to tell you that I left my heart in Izmir when I came back to the İstanbul🥹. The food, sea, and people, and every second I spent there was a magnificent memory for me. I am thinking about going to Izmir this summer again if I have my chance.
Posted: March 10, 2025Experienced: June, 2024Fatma
France
I unfortunately lost all my photos, but I remember that it was a quiet and very friendly place. The locals were very warm. The meals were splendid and very exotic for the time.
Posted: August 3, 2024Experienced: June, 2003Ayça
Hello, I'm Ayça, and studying teaching. I decided to travel to other countries and I will continue to do so as long as I have time. I had the opportunity to go to Georgia, France , Germany, Switzerland. I want to collect great friendships , travel memories in my travels.. im a student who loves to travel, I also get along well with pets , kids and musical instruments.
İrem
Hi! My name is İrem. I’m a nutrition student form Katip çelebi university. I’m 21 years old. I love traveling. I travel 33 countries. My future plan is traveling all around the world and learning new cultures. I love meeting new people and learning something about them. I love talking and sharing my experiences. My hobbies are listening techno music, hiking on the mountains, swimming, nature walks and reading books. Also I’m a good photographer.