Is Armenia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Armenia is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. Crime rates are relatively low and people are known to be welcoming and hospitable. However, traditional attitudes may still be present in more rural areas. As with any country, it’s recommended to avoid deserted areas at night, practice common sense, and keep track of personal belongings. Armenian women are free to move around independently, and as a visitor, you're likely to be treated with the same respect.

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How safe is Armenia?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Moderate

Armenia is relatively safe at night yet as a solo female traveler, you should exercise regular caution. You should stick to well-lit areas, avoid less crowded spots, and be aware of your surroundings at all times. Public transportation services may not run late into the night, so arranging a reputable taxi for transfers is advisable.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Armenia, including buses, taxis and the metro (in Yerevan), is generally considered safe. There is a low incidence of crime and fellow passengers tend to be respectful. The main issues can be occasional overcrowding and the language barrier if you do not speak Armenian or Russian. Try to keep a map on hand or a GPS-enabled device for your peace of mind. Furthermore, late-night public transportation can be less reliable, so consider using reputable taxi services during these times.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

In Armenia, the occurrence of street harassment is typically low to infrequent. This is not to say it doesn't exist, but is rather less frequent as compared to some other countries. The locals are generally warm, friendly and respectful, particularly to travelers. While there might be occasional gazes or curiosity, escalating to harassment is rare. As always, it is advised to stay cautious and follow general guidelines for personal safety while traveling.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Armenia generally maintains a lower rate of petty crime such as theft, pickpocketing, or purse snatching. This is especially true in popular tourist areas and public transportation, where these types of crimes are infrequent. However, as in any location, it's still important to stay vigilant and gaurd your belongings, especially in crowded places.

Is Armenia worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 15 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.2/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

3.9/5
Réka

Réka

Hungary

Armenia, Couple travel

We stayed in Yerevan for 3 days, and I can’t wait to return. A charming but vibrating place with many kind people and excellent food (I’m vegetarian, but still found many delicious meals). I’m overall not a brave person but I felt very safe during the trip. We used public transport and we left Armenia by train to Georgia, and the train was also comfortable and safe, staff was nice, and Armenian landscape was so beautiful that I really want to return to discover more of this georgious country.

Posted: September 2, 2024
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Qian

Qian

China

Yerevan, Solo travel

before going there, i read some posts about travel experience in Yerevan on Chinese social media. and they say that eating there can be even more expensive than in tbilisi. they recommend a few buget restaurants and i tried two of them. Fourchette buffet is the better one. i ordered some beans, beetroot and two chicken wings which was recommended by the friendly server. they also have bread and other set meals. mine cost around 1500 which is an affordable price in yerevan.

Posted: June 9, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Yerevan, Solo travel

I LOVED Yerevan/armenia in general! Felt like a blend of European/middle eastern/russian/central Asian cultures. Hotels & airbnb’s were more expensive than I was expecting. The food was delicious. I recommend doing a couple of day trips down south and also up to lake sevan

Posted: April 24, 2024
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Yerevan, Solo travel

I was in Yerevan for a week, and I had a great time! It’s a small city, so a week is enough. The people there are very friendly, the food very delicious, and the prices cheap! Would go again, but maybe in the summer :)

Posted: April 2, 2024Experienced: April, 2024
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Anita

Anita

United Arab Emirates

Armenia, Solo travel

My very first solo trip. Experienced snow for the very first time. Found walking in the snow tricky which is quiet contrary to what it seems. People are friendly, it's safe and overall very pleasant experience.

Posted: February 12, 2024
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Armenia, Solo travel

I spent 6 days on a solo trip in Armenia. My favorite place in Yerevan was the Modern Arts Museum, a really beautiful collection of artwork. I also took 3 day tours out of the city, all of them very affordable. I loved Noravank Monastery, Garni Temple, and Tsaghkador the most. Felt very safe being alone.

Posted: February 9, 2024
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nela

nela

Slovakia

Armenia, Solo travel

Beautiful trip! I would recommend it to everyone. Safe, nice nature, kind and loving people, delicious food—everything is very cheap. We used public transport, and there was no problem. Best hiking spots: Garni, Dilijan, Sevan.

Posted: January 9, 2024
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Yerevan, Solo travel

Armenia is amazing if you are a girl. Locals are very sweet and respectful, they would never let you carry a heavy bag by yourself and everyone is always willing to show you around or give directions. Taxi is available and affordable and there will always be an empty room at a hotel. The local food is a form of art. And everything is VERY cheap. Overall just an amazing place to visit!!

Posted: November 18, 2023
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Armenia, Solo travel

I was there for 2 weeks and practically ate my way through all of Armenia. The prices are reasonable, places are interesting, people are nice and friendly. Overall, it's worth it. Delicious wines and plenty of monasteries.

Posted: October 19, 2023
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Armenia, Solo travel

Wonderful people, a place not yet touched by mass tourism, and a million trails leading to forgotten mountain churches. I recommend purchasing a local SIM card. It costs very little and significantly facilitates travel, especially in communication with accommodation facilities.

Posted: October 18, 2023
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Is Armenia safe for women?

Safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Crime index

1.5 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Nazeli

Nazeli

Yerevan

Yerevan is one of the safest cities you could visit being a woman, a solo traveler or an average person. Crime levels are as low as in Japan. You will feel welcomed and safe. Country is mono cultural.

Posted: November 25, 2024
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Heghine

Heghine

Yerevan

Yerevan is the capital of Armenia, and as anywhere in country- you will meet hospitality on every step. Yerevan is quite a modern city, yet filled with a lot of history and culture. Most of the buildings in Yerevan are built of local volcanic pink stone called “tuf”, and the city is cheerfully pink. You will feel safe in the streets, while sightseeing during the day, and be safe at night enjoying numerous restaurants, bars, clubs and pubs. Of course, a little bit of rational precaution will be wise to have, as the city is sometimes filled with tourists from over the world of different backgrounds and habits, but cases of violence or robbery are not common on news at all.

Posted: July 27, 2024
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Nazeli

Nazeli

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Narine

Gyumri

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Yerevan

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Safety in Armenia