Is Dhaka safe for solo female travelers?

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has areas that are safe as well as troublesome. The city is often populated and bustling, so it is always advised to stay vigilant and mindful of your surroundings. Theft and scamming can occasionally occur, mainly in crowded places. However, people are generally helpful and the city is increasing in infrastructure and safety measures, especially in tourist-friendly zones. Nonetheless, it is recommended to arrange reliable transportation and avoid traveling alone at night. Like anywhere around the world, personal safety comes down to personal decisions and cultural understanding of the local area.

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How safe is Dhaka for solo female travelers?

Portland_Annie

Portland_Annie

United States

Solo travel

I traveled to Bangladesh to speak at a conference. There was some political demonstrations going on.while I was there because it was close to a big election and I was asked to stay in the hotel, however I did travel a bit and felt safe.

Posted: March 7, 2024Experienced: October, 2023
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How safe is Dhaka for women?

Local safety index

2.2 /5

Based on 6 local experiences

Local crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 6 local experiences

Not much safe at night but quite safe during the day since it’s a poor country it’s not a quite travel destination we go abroad to travel we don’t usually see foreigners coming here for vacations no party scene here

Posted: February 4, 2026
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Rodela

Rodela

dhaka is safe unless you are walking alone in the night past 1 am other than that if you have. friend with you it’s not a problem. and then places like mohammad our is dangerous and is prone to danger but other than these it’s safeee

Posted: June 6, 2025
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Francesca

Francesca

Most peole are muslim in Dhaka. Here the culture it's different. I didn't stay too long to understand well the situation, but I never heard about someone that was robbed, but as a woman I don't feel safe to go around alone.

Posted: June 4, 2025
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Safety in Bangladesh