Is Argentina Safe for Female Travelers?

Argentina is generally safe for female travelers. The country is known for its friendly people and vibrant culture, and the majority of visitors have a positive experience. However, as with any destination, it is important to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings. Women should avoid walking alone at night, and it is recommended to dress modestly and avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Additionally, it is important to be aware of the local laws and customs, and to be respectful of the culture.

Experiences from Argentina

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 9 experiences

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Things to do

5/5

Safety

4.3/5

Food

5/5

Budget-friendly

4.6/5

Solo travel experience

I went to Argentina alone. I went for a combination of horseback riding and hiking trip in the Patagonia region with a few days in Buenos Aires. I felt very safe. I was advised by locals to stay away from a particular area of Buenos Aires but felt very comfortable throughout the country. It is beautiful and the food is wonderful.

Posted: September 9, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 4/5
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Solo travel experience

I went to Mendoza and did wine tours. Then went to Cordoba and did a walking tour. Then Puerto Iguazu and I crossed over to Brazil to see the waterfall from both sides (the Argentinian side is better but both are incredible - I could have spent days here). Then I went to Buenas Aires, and really enjoyed it there. Did walking tours, visited markets, and enjoyed tango classes. I crossed over to Uraguay for a couple of days. I traveled solo on public buses.

Posted: August 7, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 4/5
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Solo travel experience

Argentina is a very cool country and there’s a lot to visit. Jujuy, Salta, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Bariloche. Buenos Aires and Cordoba were my favorite cities. You need to have cash because not all places accept credit cards. I traveled alone and I didn’t have any problem but it’s not the safest country I have visited.

Posted: July 29, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 4/5
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Maria

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Family travel experience

Great budget-friendly country with lots of different programs for different ages. Really kind people and nice weather. I really enjoyed walking around the town but I must advise that the public transportation (specially the subway) is not well taken care of.

Posted: June 16, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 3/5
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Solo travel experience

I stayed in Buenos Aires for 3 days. That was enough for me. Great city. Then I flew to Bariloche. From there I took a bus down to Patagonia. I met other women and we hung out. I loved Patagonia.

Posted: April 9, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Couple travel experience

We visited Argentina last summer. We stayed in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Mendoza. It was a very fun and adventure-filled trip. We used the Blue Dollar rate almost exclusively by sending money to ourselves at Western Union. I was very leery of carrying that much cash into the country and dealing with seemingly sketchy cambio people (although many people maneuver that just fine). We were able to pay for our hotels in pesos which saved us a tremendous amount of money. We had no problem getting cabs and they were also very inexpensive. Our highlights in Buenos Aires were Caminito in La Boca, Recoleta, and a bike ride in the parks of Palermo. And the food was wonderful - empanadas and dulce de leche. I was also surprised by how huge the city is and the very few English-speaking tourists.

Posted: March 25, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

I went to Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Cordoba and Mendoza in Argentina, and took a ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay and stayed there for a weekend, then about a week in Montevideo. I never felt at all unsafe - I was staying with an old friend in Montevideo, which even though I was mostly wandering about by myself.

Posted: February 7, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

I loved Argentina. Mendoza for beautiful countryside views (don't miss Aconcagua) and tons of wineries. Ushuaia - end of the world and "penguin island". Calafate for the glacier national Park. Buenos Aires is such a great city all around - so much to do and see. Salta/jujiy for Puramarca (hill of 7 colors), Tilcara, Humahuaca, Salt flats.

Posted: November 17, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 4/5
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Solo travel experience

Beautifull places, great hikes and a lot of nature. Also a lot of small cute cities you can just wander around. Very safe when traveling alone and I did almost everything with (night) busses.

Posted: November 4, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Marina

Marina

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About Me

I'm Mari, I'm from Argentina! Now I have 3 weeks traveling around the USA

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇵🇪 Peru

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Mara

Mara

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About Me

I’m Mara, I’m a very active, social and curious person. I like to travel and get to know the city like a local, meet new people and experience that I can learn from

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇨🇱 Chile, 🇫🇷 France, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇺🇾 Uruguay

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Agustina

Agustina

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Hi! My name is Agustina and I'm from Argentina. I love travel everytime I can, learn about every place, discover his culture and the people. Mostly of my hobbies are about nature, photography and moments that allow self knowledge. I join in this app because I really would like to meet another traveller girls during my trip 😊

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇴 Bolivia, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇵🇪 Peru

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Marina

Marina

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About me

I'm Mari, I'm from Argentina! Now I have 3 weeks traveling around the USA

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇵🇪 Peru

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Camila

Camila

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About me

Hi, I'm Camila and I'm interested in animals, events & social, food & cuisine, nature, nightlife, skiing, solo travel, surfing, van life, trekking, fashion and dancing I am 23 years old and love to travel around, get to know people and places. IG: @camimonod

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇨🇱 Chile, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇲🇲 Myanmar [Burma], 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇹🇨 Turks and Caicos Islands, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇺🇾 Uruguay, 🇻🇳 Vietnam, 🇰🇭 Cambodia

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About me

I live in Buenos Aires, Argentina I love travel, music, beach, sea, nature, summer, bike

Countries I’ve Visited

🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇦🇷 Argentina

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Ailynn

Ailynn

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Hello! My name is Aïlynn, I grew up in switzerland but have a french father and argentinian mother. Trough my dad I learned to love travelling wirh backback in nature and learning about new cultures. I love food and sports so much. Trough my mom I learned to love the south american culture, and want to learn more about it - also because I hace a peruvian boyfriend. I wend to an art school so I have a big love for art, architecture and history. I would love to travel next june 2024 for one month trough the nord of argentina with the backpack, visiting the andean mountains and indigenous people there. Who want‘s to join? If you come with me, you can be sure to visit locals, because I have a lot of family there.

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇨🇷 Costa Rica, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇴🇲 Oman, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, 🇲🇦 Morocco

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Alberta

Alberta

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Hi!, My name is Alberta and I'm interested in dancing, events & social, food & cuisine, health, languages, nature, running, solo travel and trekking

Countries I’ve Visited

🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇸🇲 San Marino, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇦🇹 Austria

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Alberta

Alberta

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Hi!, My name is Alberta and I'm interested in dancing, events & social, food & cuisine, health, languages, nature, running, solo travel and trekking

Countries I’ve Visited

🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇸🇲 San Marino, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇦🇹 Austria

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Local discussions

BackpackingWhat tips do you have for a solo traveler to Argentina?

I’ll be traveling solo to Argentina for 2 weeks (Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Salta and Iguazu). If anyone has any tips, particularly how to get beat rate for the currency, good places to eat, good tours, tango shows. Let me know!

Posted: May 14, 2023
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TravelCan anyone recommend a good, safe, budget-friendly hotel in Buenos Aires?

Can anyone recommend lovely hotel in Buenos Aires in a good safe area that won't break the bank please?

Posted: October 9, 2022
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Is Argentina Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Argentina is generally safe for solo female travelers. The country is known for its friendly people and vibrant culture, and the majority of travelers report feeling safe while exploring the country. However, as with any destination, it is important to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings. Be sure to research the areas you plan to visit, avoid walking alone at night, and keep your valuables close. With a little extra caution, you can have a safe and enjoyable experience in Argentina.

Is Argentina Safe for LGBTQ+ travellers?

Argentina is generally safe for LGBTQ+ travellers, particularly female travellers. Argentina is one of the most progressive countries in Latin America when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights, and it has a long history of protecting and promoting the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. In 2010 became the first Latin American country to legalize same-sex marriage, and it has since passed a number of laws to protect the rights of LGBTQ+ people. In addition, there are a number of LGBTQ+ friendly bars, clubs, and other establishments in the country, and the people of Argentina are generally welcoming and accepting of LGBTQ+ people.