Is Mostar Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Mostar, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, is generally safe for solo female travelers. It has a low crime rate and the locals are generally friendly and helpful. It is always recommended to take general precautions like being aware of your surroundings, particularly at night and in less populated areas. Also, it is advisable to stay in reputable accommodations and use reliable transportation. As long as you use your common sense, you should be fine.

Safety rating

4.1 /5

Based on 14 experiences from female travelers

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Mostar is currently ranked #4 safest place in Bosnia and Herzegovina for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Mostar?

Safety at night:Safe

Mostar is generally safe for travelers. Nighttime safety is quite reliable, with adequate street lighting and routine police patrols. However, some areas might be less illuminated and frequented, so it's best to stay in well-lit, crowded places. Always keep your belongings under control, and stay alert to your surroundings.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Mostar is fairly reliable and safe. The city buses are regularly used by locals and tourists alike. Taxis are also abundantly available and usually have standard, regulated fares. However, it's always wise to keep personal belongings close to you and be aware of your surroundings, as is the case in any city around the world. Please note that local language proficiency or access to translation can enhance your public transportation experience.

Street harassment:Low

In Mostar, the level of street harassment is relatively low. Locals are generally respectful and friendly towards tourists, regardless of gender. As a woman traveling alone, you should feel reasonably safe walking around. However, it's always important to remain aware of your surroundings and take basic safety precautions, particularly during late evening hours.

Petty crimes:Low

Mostar enjoys a relatively low level of petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse-snatching, particularly in comparison to larger European cities. However, vigilance is always advised, especially in crowded places, at night, and near tourist attractions.

Is Mostar worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 14 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.3/5

Safety

4.1/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

3.3/5

Family travel

Oh my God I honestly haven't seen a more beautiful city. It was so beautiful. Everything was perfect. The food the beauty the people literally everything. The energy was amazing. There were still visible consequences of war on many buildings but people were happy. It was cheap. So amazing.

Posted: April 26, 2025Experienced: July, 2023

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Ava

Moldova

Solo travel

Jumped off the historic bridge with thousands of people watching after 8 practice jumps. Bathing suit up my butt, drowned rat hair, didn't buy a drink for the rest of the day. Great town, great people!

Posted: February 11, 2025

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JEI

South Korea

Solo travel

It was nice city to travel. In the Mostar, there are old town. There are crowded but nice. If you walk around before the 10am, it will be better experience. Also, you can visit other touristic attraction near the Mostar. There are a one day bus tour. Or you can get there by hitchhike. Hitchhiking in Mostar is safe and easy.

Posted: August 20, 2024

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nisa

Turkey

Solo travel

I went to Mostar dailey so I didnt stay at anywhere. I went to Mostar by train from Sarajevo and the travel was outstanding, it was really beautiful. I went to a walking tour, ı thought there was going to be a group but unfortunately it was just the guide (male) and me. His behaviors was disturbing and I didn’t feel safe at all. Because of that I didn’t really enjoy my travel in Mostar but the place itself was not that bad.

Posted: February 19, 2024

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Solo travel

I went to Mostar this October. I stayed at the Majdas hostel, which was a 20-minute walk from the old town and I felt completely safe walking around on my own. The food was great, and the people were very hospitable. I recommend a visit to the Genocide Museum if you are interested in history, and a free guided walk organized by Sheva. There you can see beautiful mosques, and also Mostar Bridge, from which some people jump. As for safety, it was fine. I didn't have any problems. I think the only time I felt uncomfortable was when I went to a local cafe/pub outside the old town and got a few looks because I was the only young woman/non-local there.

Posted: December 16, 2023

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Solo travel

not a popular tourist destination but I promise that you will fall in love with Mostar after you go. The local people are friendly(Balkan haha), the food was amazing, a little bit pricey but acceptable. One thing I don’t satisfied with is that the mosques charged entrance fee (3-10 euros). Very suitable for solo travellers because the bunk beds are affordable.

Posted: November 12, 2023

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Solo travel

I loved Mostar. I stayed at the Majdas hostel and they had the most influential full-day tours. I found a few friends at the hostel to explore the city with. The food was amazing, and the tragic history was palpable.

Posted: June 1, 2023

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Solo travel

I loved Mostar. I had planned to stay there for a night, but ultimately, I spent three nights there. I stayed at Niny's hostel and the full-day tour they organise is extraordinary.

Posted: December 14, 2022

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Solo travel

Blagaj and Počitelj are great places for day trips from Mostar! I highly recommend Mućkalica (goulash with tomatoes and grilled meat) and Peksimatina (appetizer with baked bread, cheese, meat, etc.) at Hindin Han in Mostar. Be sure to check out the graffiti on the glass bank in Mostar as well. Also, check out the city's street art (every year they bring in artists from around the world for a street art festival, which happens around this time).

Posted: November 9, 2022

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Group travel

Mostar was really cool. We saw someone jumping from there, it was crazy! However, it was very crowded. I went there with a tourist group from Dubrovnik, but we had some free time, so I did some souvenir shopping at the market and had lunch at a restaurant right at the entrance to the market. For two drinks and two main courses, I paid roughly 15 pounds, super cheap.

Posted: October 27, 2022

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Is Mostar safe for women?

Elenyy

Mostar is really safe city. But as a woman I am always worried a little bit. I never had any problem with anything in my city. Sometimes when there are local football matches, it can be little bit ‘dangerous’ but it’s all okay most of the time cuz there is police everywhere ✨

Posted: December 26, 2024

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