Is Vienna Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Vienna is known to be a very safe city for solo female travelers. Statistically, the crime rate is low, and most areas of the city can be safely explored both during the day and at night. Public transport is extremely reliable and safe to use. It's common to see women walking alone at night. Local people are generally welcoming and respectful towards women, and police and other authorities are helpful and trustworthy. However, like anywhere, it's important to be aware of surroundings and to take the usual precautions particularly at night, such as staying in well-lit and populated areas and keeping belongings secure.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on 72 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.4 /5

Based on 146 experiences from local women

Vienna is currently ranked #4 safest place in Austria for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Vienna?

Safety at night:Very safe

Vienna is renowned for its high degree of safety, even at night. The capital of Austria has a low level of crime and strong rule of law. Its transport networks are reliable and secure, providing safe public spaces even during the late hours. It's common to see people, including women, walking alone confidently after dark. Of course, like any city, there can be instances of petty crime but these are relatively rare and can be minimally encountered by taking customary precautions. Lighted main streets and bustling city center areas are generally the safest places to be. Vienna's populace is typically helpful and respectful, contributing to an overall atmosphere of safety and security for solo female travelers during the night hours.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Vienna is notably safe and reliable. There are extensive and timely networks of metro, buses, trams, and trains, which are often well-lit and crowded. The security is good, with cameras installed in most of them and security personnel occasionally present. However, as in any major city, it is advisable to stay aware of one's surroundings especially late at night.

Street harassment:Low

In my experience, Vienna is relatively safe for solo female travelers. Street harassment is not as common or heightened like some other cities but could still occur, albeit sporadically. Both locals and authorities demonstrate respect towards women, and the city provides a largely secure atmosphere. However, it is still advisable to remain cautious, especially in crowded tourist areas or later in the night.

Petty crimes:Low

Vienna is generally considered to be a safe city, particularly for solo female travelers. However, petty crimes such as pickpocketing or purse snatching can occur, especially in crowded tourist areas and public transport. Stay aware of your surroundings and keep your personal belongings close at all times.

Is Vienna worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 72 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5

Couple travel

I loved Vienna! I went with my boyfriend and visited all the Christmas markets as well as a few ballets in the Opera! It was very cold so I recommend dressing in layers if you visit during winter since I got frostbite

Posted: July 1, 2025Experienced: November, 2024

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Solo travel

I felt very very safe. I stayed at the Magdas Hotel..... it was nice. Vienna has a lot of interesting places and events to experience. Donau island is great for relaxing and you can even swim there for free!

Posted: June 22, 2025

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Solo travel

It was really cold. I feel more than save. I meet a girl that was traveling alone too. It was a really good experience. The food was really good, I ate a lot, it was expensive but good. Also I was there for my birthday and the people was nice.

Posted: June 18, 2025Experienced: November, 2024

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helene

Germany

Group travel

I travelled with 5 guy friends of mine. I think thats why I always fehlt safe in the city. The people are not that friendly and more like cold and nonchalant. The weather was very bad in feburary and it was freezing cold. There were no chill Bars and nothing really interesting to do. The U-Bahn stations were very very creepy

Posted: June 15, 2025

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Yeva

Estonia

Couple travel

I traveled w my bf for 3 days. I felt safe even in the evening, but there were tourists around, so mb it was 1 time experience. I fell in love w Vienna, it has really astonishing architecture and museums. The transportation system is amazing and fast! We stayed in “smart apartments”, pretty, clean and near the train station. Vienna is a bit expensive for some countries, but it’s bearable. I don’t really like austrian cuisine, so we were cooking for ourselves and eating mcdonald’s😝 on the third picture there’s the place, were they will add sauce for apple strudel(it’s +5euro) and strudel was not really good, so u can skip this place and smth else for this price. overall Vienna is beautiful!!!

Posted: June 6, 2025

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Lidya

Turkey

Couple travel

I spent 2 days in Vienna and it was truly one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to. It’s a little expensive if you’re on a budget but cheaper food options are available and if you’re not a fan of museums like me you can explore the city by just walking around. The only museum-like place I’ve been to is the National Library and it is free for people under 19 years old(8€ for older) I really liked the aesthetic of the buildings and there are a lot of parks which makes it a lot better. Fyi, the famous Figlmüller didn’t really amaze me but it’s worth a try if you have the time and budget. Also, don’t miss out on the Prater if you like amusement parks, there are a lot of unique and fun attractions and I recommend going on the ferris wheel in the sunset.

Posted: June 6, 2025

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Is Vienna safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 146 local experiences

Crime index

1.9 /5

Based on 146 local experiences

Greta

I think vienna is one of the safest cities in europe in terms of crime and harassment. still as a woman I believe no matter where you are in the world you should be careful if travelling by your own!

Posted: July 8, 2025

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Miriam

I feel like Vienna is an overall safe city I wouldn't recommend walking alone at night in sketchy places but I think in the touristy spots are always some people so you're probably not alone but I think the risk of sexual harassment is present in every city catcalling happens sometimes

Posted: July 3, 2025

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