based on 14 experiences from female travelers
Grace
Australia
Melb is so great for thrifting and food! But it’s expensive! Very cute trams im obsessed with. Easy to get around. I wish there was more transport outside of Melbourne city like to more of the beaches and lookouts, however I need to go back over and over again. Only felt really safe in the busy parts of the area and CBD and not late at night of course girlies.
Posted: February 9, 2026Constance
France
Melbourne is a very nice city. People are lovely, I met a loooot of nice people. The city is safe, I've never felt worried there. Also transportation is very safe and good. I stayed there for 4 month and took the tram dayly without any issues there is a lot of student or people traveling so you can always find people for a trip outside the city.
Posted: July 27, 2025Experienced: June, 2023Gabby
Australia
I went to Melbourne for a concert with friends. Unfortunately due to my diet restrictions (gluten intolerant and lactose intolerant) a lot of the restaurants they wanted to go to were not an option for me. However, I was easily able to find places that accommodated my needs and the food was good. I ended up walking around alone a lot and it was so easy to get around. It was safe and I had so much fun. The attractions themselves in Melbourne are really great too. There are a lot of interesting...
Posted: July 15, 2025Experienced: September, 2024Based on 65 reports
Based on 65 reports
Shaye
Melbourne is one of the safest cities I have ever been. It is rated a wonderful place to live and has excellent public transport. I have never felt unsafe walking in Melbourne at night by myself, especially in and around the CBD area
Posted: March 23, 2026Nicole
I think Melbourne is very safe. Public transport is very good but planning is important so you’re not waiting for a long time at stations. There is good lighting and lots of street cameras in most places.
Posted: February 8, 2026Inès
I have never felt as safe in a city as I did here. Whether you’re a woman walking home alone late at night, dressed however you want, I always felt free and safe. That’s exactly why I love this city so much.
Posted: February 2, 2026Based on reports from women living in Melbourne, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.
Shaye
Melbourne
3 days
Hi! I am an expert solo traveller. I love meeting new people and exploring new places. I have a great sense of adventure and I am very handy. I don't eat meat so sometimes I can't get too off the beaten path.
Jun
Melbourne
3 days
Ciao a tutti, a tutte ! I’m Jun qiao, a 22 year old exchange student from Melbourne Australia. Currently I’m studying in Padova but I’m hoping to travel around a bit while I’m in Europe :) I’m a super creative and sociable person, I love exploring new cities and trying local foods, as well as sharing my own cultural experiences.