based on 15 experiences from female travelers
I wasn’t too concerned for my safety. I mostly kept to myself. But I did see a lot of homeless people and that was the only time I felt a bit unsafe. Other than that, I was fine! People were generally kind but that’s because I smile a lot haha.
Posted: August 23, 2025Hanna
Germany
I would recommend getting a rental car because it's just easier and you can go to different places faster. I really liked the Golden Gate Bridge and would recommend parking a little bit further away, there was a nice walk with great views from where we parked to the Bridge.
Posted: July 30, 2025Experienced: July, 2025San Francisco is quite safe at the daylight. You can meet some homeless people, but they are not crazy. I recommend stay in when sun goes down or walk only in crowded areas. Downtown and Chinatown are pretty crowded.
Posted: February 14, 2025It was pretty safe and convenient in San Francisco. Fisherman’s wharf and beaches were pretty nice. Sunsets were my favorite. Food, transportation and Uber, and accommodation were quite expensive though.
Posted: September 25, 2024Based on 29 reports
Based on 29 reports
Aidan
SF is pretty safe overall as long as you're smart and aware of your surroundings. During the day you'll be completely fine, but always be careful at night time. I would stay out of the Tenderloin at any time if possible, but especially at night.
Posted: May 28, 2026Marley
I think San Francisco is a very safe city I feel like we don’t have too much violent crime compared to some cities. Just be careful of the tenderloin. Also be careful if you have a car because break ins can be  common.
Posted: January 28, 2026I am always out and about by myself in San Francisco and rarely feel unsafe. There's the occasional mentally unstable person you encounter, but as long as you mind your own business and be aware of your surroundings as usual, you'll be completely fine and safe.
Posted: January 9, 2026There’s plenty of theft, but other than that the area’s quite safe. It’s very open and and accepting, which is great. Just know where you’re going, some areas are a bit sketchy. And never leave valuables in a car.
Posted: December 7, 2025Based on reports from women living in San Francisco, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.
Kari
San Francisco
4 days
Born in Mexico, but live out in California. I considered myself to be friendly, outgoing-introvert (am shy but willing to go out of my comfort zone), easy-going, respectful and direct. I enjoy sarcasm and don't' get offended easily (doesn't mean you should disrespect me) and am easily amused. I enjoy meeting new people and creating new friendships and believe that adding something new to one's life is rewarding. I enjoy being around positive and intellectual people who I can have a interesting conversation and laugh with them. CHECK OUT my Instagram @mexicanawithwings
Wendy
San Francisco
3 days
Hi! I’m looking to meet new people as I go on a solo trip starting in Amsterdam and then to Paris. I would absolutely love to connect with people between June 27, 2025 and July 9th. I like to go on treks through the city, countryside or can stay out all night dancing… very young for my age. I’m a professional that has a very cerebral pace during the work week so getting out in the world of people, nature and new experiences is exciting. Would love to connect with like-minded women.