Is Porto Alegre safe for solo female travelers?

Porto Alegre, like many other large cities in Brazil, poses safety concerns. While local people are generally friendly and welcoming, crime rates such as theft and robbery are quite high, especially in certain neighborhoods. It is advised to maintain a high level of vigilance, avoid travelling alone at night, keep all belongings secure, and be careful when going to less-frequented places.

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How safe is Porto Alegre for female travelers?

How safe is Porto Alegre for women?

Local safety index

2.9 /5

Based on 12 local experiences

Local crime index

2.8 /5

Based on 12 local experiences

As dangerous as most cities are. A lot of local girls walk around after it’s dark but I don’t would not even dare. No going out after 6 pm!! Women in general don’t have much to fear here, most that men will do is to maybe stare or whistle but that is very rare nowadays. Dress any way you like and you’ll be fine

Posted: August 10, 2025
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Fran

Fran

POA is a generally safe big city for brazilian standards if you take proper safety measures. Use uber to move around in the city, don’t walk alone after dark, watch out for your drinks at parties, and stick to the busier areas.

Posted: May 25, 2025
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junië

junië

It’s safe for women, but it’s not recommended for you to walk alone at night because of robberies. If you are with other people, it’s fine! Just don’t walk with your phone out or your jewelry showing too much because it’s easier to get targeted like that. But if you are with other people, not alone it’s gonna be easier for you to just walk around without a worry. Crowded places are definitely easier for you to get robbed, but I would say people just have to save your bags or take care of your things because of pick pockets.

Posted: February 3, 2025
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Shay

Shay

Porto Alegre is a capital in the south of Brazil so you need to take all the precautions you would in any big city, but it’s not dangerous as long as you stick to the nice areas of town, like the more central areas such as Moinhos de Ventos, Petrópolis, Montserrat and such.

Posted: January 31, 2025
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Letícia

Letícia

Porto Alegre is safer than most brazilian cities. However, you should be cautious about robbery and not walk alone in the dark. There are some neighborhoods that are more dangerous, including the commercial center and suburbs.

Posted: January 14, 2025
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