Is Vietnam safe for solo female travelers?
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based on 96 experiences from female travelers
Dani
Switzerland
Ninh Binh, Solo travel
Perfect for solo travelling People are really helpful and it is easy to discover by bike, boat and scooter. I felt really safe and the places are not too crowed. Went there in the winter but still good weather
Posted: December 22, 2025Vietnam, Group travel
Vietnam was both chaotic and peaceful at the same time! Everywhere is crowded but you learn how to move through the streets. The food was great, I loved pho and bahn mi’s! People are relatively friendly.
Posted: December 20, 2025
Nastya
Russia
Phu Quoc, Solo travel
This year , I've flown to Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam twice solo, and here's what you should definitely see in Vietnam. 1 - This is a large-scale and technologically advanced show in the south of the island at Sunset Town, where you'll witness water jets, fire shows, hundreds of dancers, and stilted performers, all of which are visually stunning and powerful, culminating in a magnificent fireworks display. This is the Kiss of the Sea show. 2 - this is a place on the island where you can hand-feed giraffes, admire cute otters, and ride a bus among lions and zebras, as if you were in their natural habitat. This is the Safari in Phu Quoc. 3. These are authentic coffee shops in Phu Quoc with delicious coffee, especially the Salted coffee (Ca phe muoi in Vietnamese), which is absolutely amazing. I even took a recipe from a Vietnamese man and filmed it, but I haven't been able to achieve the same texture as in the coffee shop. My top choice is the cozy Coffee Hoa Hong (near Ong Lang). 4. The beach is filled with sea stars, which I've never seen up close before. I even touched their small legs, and it was incredibly cute. This is Starfish Beach. 5. A place where you can see the entire process of creating pearl jewelry, from opening the shell to the finished product. I was particularly impressed by their coral sculptures, which I had not expected to see. These are pearl farms, such as Ngoc Hien Pearl Farm. 6. The largest Buddhist temple on the island, located on a mountain with panoramic views of the sea. The monks here must have been good people in their previous lives, as this is truly a paradise. Here you can admire numerous statues and relics, as well as the traditional Vietnamese architecture of the Ly and Tran dynasties. This is the Ho Huoc Temple. Recommend PhuQuoc! :)
Posted: October 25, 2025
Pika
Mauritius
Vietnam, Group travel
Vietnam was an amazing experience!! The natural landscapes and scenic views were breathtaking. Food and stay were really cheap and as a student, I liked that very much. However, travelling might be on the pricier side. We can only travel by vans or taxi which of course charge quite a lot. Other than that, I had a great time. There's a lot of places to hike too and so much history and culture to appreciate.
Posted: October 14, 2025Hoi An, Solo travel
I spent 2 weeks in Hoi An, stayed at a lovely host, biked around the city at all times. There are plenty of great coffee spots, quiet places to relax and really nice beaches! I also made 3 dresses for myself in one of their traditional workshops for a very food price considering the materials quality. Hoi An is so beautiful at night, I went to see the lanterna multiple times and there ia also a food fair next to the river, so you’re never going home with an empty stomach. Also, I went for a massage and it was really good. People are warm and friendlt, not everyone speaks English but you’ll get along. Pay attention to the people who invite you to take photos of the buffalos, they will ask for money afterwards.
Posted: September 20, 2025Experienced: September, 2025How safe is Vietnam for women?
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Based on 38 local experiences
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Based on 38 local experiences
Hanoi
It's okay. I haven't noticed anything dangerous except walking. They drive like crazy. Sometimes I'm afraid to cross the street, afraid I'll get hit by a scooter or a car. 😌😌😌👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀😌😌😌😌
Posted: December 18, 2025Hoi An
Very safe to walk around at all times, leaving your bike in public, being on the beach, interacting with locals. Everyone was very eager to help, I didn’t feel any weird glances from anyone. People were at most interested about my trip
Posted: September 20, 2025
Edera
Vietnam
I feel really safe in the place im living right now. In mangden i feel safe. Not sure of other cities , cause Ive not traveled there yet. People are really nice, I really love it. Hope to travel more and safely in vietnam.
Posted: September 16, 2025
Minh-Phương
Hanoi
In general, the crime rate is low since people's solidarity is strong. Everyone cares about everyone (two-edged sword tho). If you are pickpocketed, there must be 20 locals jumping in trying to catch the thief lmao. People love being the hero here. We have a fun saying here in Vietnam, "cameras fueled by rice", which are the people.
Posted: September 9, 2025Vietnam
Vietnam is generally safe for women :) never got harassed and felt safe booking a ride hailing app by myself. Always better to just not be alone at the late nights in sketchy times places but overall I highly recommend for solo travel!
Posted: September 2, 2025Safety in Vietnam
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Trang
Hanoi
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Hi ladies, I’m Trang. I work as a marketer in an interlevel school in Hanoi. I love traveling, watching films, discovering new places and cultures My friends and colleagues say I’m the cutest and softest person they’ve ever known - if this helps 😉
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Hong
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi there! I’m a friendly and open-minded person from Vietnam. I really enjoy cultural exchange and I’d love to support female travelers who come to stay. I used to be a freelance tour guide, so I know many hidden spots and interesting local places to share. I’ve also traveled solo myself, so I understand the joy and challenges of it. Nowadays I mostly teach, which can be a bit boring at times, so I’m always happy to meet new friends, share stories, and learn from each other. 🌸
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Dương
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Interior Design major life long learner always up for new experiences into art, architecture, biology and little old things
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Ann
Mũi Né
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi! My name is Anya and I love traveling and meeting new people. I lived in Egypt, Sinai for two years. Now I live in a paradise on earth called Mui Ne, Vietnam. I will be happy to meet you and show you the most interesting places in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet. I live alone in a nice house with a garden, I am glad to have guests. I will be glad to see you here) I'm also planning a trip to Asia, it's cool if a company gets together. I go windsurfing, surfing, I like to read and draw, and I also adore Vespa vibes.
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Nguyen
Hanoi
Can host for:
3 days
About me
My philosophy in life is the famous quotation of Einstein "Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid". And I'm also a buddisht following the spirit of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh (who is also vietnamese person) with his philosophy "mindfulnesses" and "to understand is to love".
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Kim
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hello! I am Kim. I am a Vietnamese American now living in Saigon and am happy to host you there though I live 30-40 min from the main city center. (Note: I may not be able to show you around the city completely but I can give some tips as I’m still learning about the city itself. I’m also quite introverted especially when coming back from work so I may talk little.) I enjoy rock climbing and baking. Recently, I’ve taken up crocheting! Sometimes I will drink but no smoking. I love animals though I am allergic, and the landlord doesn’t allow pets. Anyways, I’d be happy to meet up even if you end up staying with someone else :)
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Weronika
Da Nang
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I was born in Poland, left at the age of 20 and later on lived in Italy, Spain, UK, Colombia Switzerland & Egypt. Now my home is in beautiful Vietnam. I love dancing twerk, Latino salsa, bachata and belly dance. I am a yoga teacher, life coach, reiki healer and traveller. Vegan sometimes vegetarian. looking for ladies who are into sports, dancing, ice baths, nature lovers. I live reading books and deep conversations but also joking and playing around.
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LACEY
Da Nang
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi girls,i have a room in Da Nang city,Viet Nam Far from the beach 10min,if anyone need please contact me via instagram @laceyphan
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Melike
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Heyy, i from turkey and i am travelling southeast asia. I wanna settle up in Vietnam for a while. I want to meet people for exchange language and learn about different cultures
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Jennie
Vung Tau
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hey I am Jenny. I have travelled Nepal, Sydney, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia and would love to share my experiences. Currently I live in Vung Tau-Vietnam. If you need any information or help when you come here, don’t hesitate to drop me messages.
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