Is New York Safe for Women?

I’ve lived in NYC for several years so I feel very comfortable navigating the city and using public transportation. I also know where it is safe to walk at night alone and where it is not. I take the subway at night sometimes but if I’m in an unfamiliar area or an area I need to be more cautious in I would take an uber.

After my first time in NYC I realized how many of the rumors are untrue. Beyond the simple fact that there are so many people I never felt particularly unsafe no matter which part of Manhattan I was in. There were always people around, cops in popular areas, & everything was always well lit into the night.

There are police officers everywhere, it feels safe. I recommend staying in public places anyway. Just be careful on public transport. Avoid neighborhoods you don't know.

I have lived in NYC in the upper east side for 10 years. It’s super chill and I feel comfortable walking alone at night. Most of the touristy areas in manhattan are really safe! Outside my neighborhood I prefer to travel with friends. When taking the subway keep your back to the wall and make sure you are getting in a car with several other passengers. An empty car is normally a red flag especially if other cars are packed. If you are solo traveling, I would say to take a cab or uber home after 11pm. Download the citizen app to see what’s going around in the area. This city is absolutely incredible. Take advantage of everything. Just stay vigilant and really do your research about neighborhoods or boroughs you want to visit. Street smarts!

Big city with a big personality, can be fun but people may need to proceed with caution when visiting!!! I was born there but not raised due to the environment, grew up in neighboring state of Pennsylvania in suburbs but would visit relatives in New York often:)

Group travel

If you have only one day in NYC, book it now! There no other city like it in the world, and I would highly recommend. I stayed at the Modernist Hotel in Long Island City, and while the hotel was expensive ($400/night), it was worth it to be in a good location and near the train.