Is Sydney safe for solo female travelers?

Sydney is markedly safe for solo female travelers. Authorities and law enforcement are reliable and approachable. Street lights are well-positioned for night safety. Locals are generally friendly and helpful. However, it is always beneficial to stay cautious. Be wary of your surroundings, especially at night, keep your belongings secure, and stick to crowded places during off-peak hours. It's also advised to be cautious in areas known for nightlife. Despite these general precautions, Sydney remains an incredibly welcoming and safe city for solo female travelers.

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How safe is Sydney for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.5 /5

based on 16 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Sydney is a super great and beautiful city. It's very easy to travel around on your own. There is great public transport in the cities and you meet new people everywhere. All in all, I can recommend Sydney in Australia to anyone. There is something for everyone.

Posted: April 10, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Kelis

Kelis

Canada

Solo travel

I stayed in Sydney for about a month and I would say expect to spend around $60-70 per day, I’d recommend getting groceries rather than eating out because restaurants are very expensive here. I loved visiting the beaches everyday and sitting out in the sun I would recommend renting a car if you’re the type of person to do a lot of hikes or wanting to visit the blue mountains although you can get public transportation pretty much anywhere you want and it’s cheaper then renting or taking an Uber.

Posted: March 21, 2025
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Solo travel

I felt very safe in Sydney. You can get anywhere pretty fast, the busses are good. With the bike as well, but the city is definitely not build for bikes, there are a lot of red lights and surprisingly many hills. The museums are fucking awesome. Many of them for free. Check out the wednesday Museum night Events!

Posted: January 24, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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How safe is Sydney for women?

Local safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 52 local experiences

Local crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 52 local experiences

Sydney is a safe place although there may be a bit of loud people here and there, I consider it safe. If you’re able to communicate confidently with people you’ll be able to get to where you need to go!

Posted: February 7, 2026
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Hiba

Hiba

I have been out at all times of night walking home on my own and nothing has happened however due to the big drinking culture I will say that I’ve definitely been assaulted in clubs and bars multiple times, particularly when I was younger. I would say 25+ women are safer than young women.

Posted: October 23, 2025
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I’ve travelled around the world and Sydney’s one of the safest places for women. Locals are generally friendly and always willing to help. Still be vigilant but for the most part, it’s comfortable taking public transport late and walking in the dark.

Posted: October 21, 2025
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Raya

Raya

Sydney

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3 days

About me

Hi y'all, I'm travelling to Vietnam for 3 weeks. Would love to meet people and do some day trips and activities together. I'm also interested in staying a night in Mercure Bana Hills and split the hotel expense of anyone in interested.

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Elena

Sydney

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3 days

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I am a graduate translational neuroscience student at the University of New South Wales, Sydney. I am looking to share / swap / house or pet sitting accomodation while travelling. I enjoy many hobbies and interests and like a simple life.

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