Is Algiers safe for solo female travelers?

Algiers poses certain safety issues, particularly for solo females. Predominantly, the concerns arise from high crime rates. Unwanted attention, insult and sometimes physical aggression are common. Public transport and traveling during the night can be risky. Despite this, the city is not entirely off-limits. With common sense, caution, and cultural respect, travel can be feasible. Tourist police presence is high in popular areas and locals are generally willing to help. As always when traveling, ensure families or friends know your itinerary, ensure you dress modestly, and avoid late night outings to ensure your safety.

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How safe is Algiers for female travelers?

Local

Safe. Beautiful. Affordable. You will enjoy your time. It's better to stay in the capital near the transport links. Bank cards aren't frequently used, so it's preferable to bring cash or exchange money upon arrival in Algeria. You're very welcome.

Posted: April 28, 2024
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How safe is Algiers for women?

Local safety index

3.2 /5

Based on 15 local experiences

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 15 local experiences

Algiers is mostly a safe city , you just need to avoid shady neighbourhoods and you ll be fine , it’s also nice to have a local friend or guide to help you around , you dont have to worry about scammers cause there is almost none , when it comes to sexual harassment you should avoid crowded public transports cause a lot of men will try to get closer to you there , also prepare yourselves for the catcallers cause there are a lot , but in general it’s nice and if you dress modest in public cities and avoid attention no one will bother you , there are a lot of places where you can dress however you like and no one will say a thing so you need to know where are these spots so you could enjoy your time without being bothered. For example on public beaches you can’t wear bikinis and if you do you will get harassed cause they aren’t used to seeing women in bikinis , but if you wear it on a private beach it’s totally safe and you ll find a lot of women doing the same .

Posted: August 24, 2025
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Lina

Lina

Algiers is Safe , youbjust need to be carful Keep in mind that men in the streets are gonna talk to you and bother you but its not dangerous They are just gonna piss you off if you know what i mean But over all if you wear something modest it is safe

Posted: August 15, 2025
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Widad

Widad

It’s pretty much safe, no one will harm you physically but you will constantly get cat called, probably followed and harassed too .. I don’t recommend going out alone at night as a group of girls or solo, try to avoid buses(some men WILL try and touch you). Try to stay in busy areas and AVOID using indrive, use the yellow taxis, heetch or yassir Oh i forgot one more last thing, phone theft is very common so watch out!!

Posted: August 14, 2025
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Radia

Radia

It depends on the place you are, but it's generally fine. You need to be careful as you would anywhere in the world. Prefer well-known and lively places like Val d'Hydra, Ben Aknoun, Hydra, Dely Brahim, Sidi Yahia, and Algiers Center.

Posted: April 17, 2025
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It's a big city. It is pretty safe but you need to be smart and self aware, you better be conscious about your environment. Apart from that nothing to worry about. There are a lot of helpful people, the locals are generally nice.

Posted: January 7, 2025
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