Is Montreal safe for solo female travelers?

Montreal is considered a safe city for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and respectful, and the city itself tends to be very clean and well-maintained. Public transportation is reliable and generally safe to use, even in the evenings. While it's always important to stay alert and aware of your surroundings, most travelers find Montreal to be welcoming and consider the city as offering a positive travel experience.

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How safe is Montreal for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.3 /5

based on 10 experiences from female travelers

Agny

Agny

Indonesia

Group travel

I was traveling with a group and still got approached by people with questionable intents, some beggars who were rude as well, so I wouldn’t say it’s entirely safe for solo traveling. Only in certain areas though, like alleys and I experienced it along Chinatown. During the day, much better, so many lively people. They still wanted to speak English so that was a relief. Did not get to interact much with the locals, unfortunately. I loved visiting Old Montreal, touristy but worth it. I had the best noodles with the biggest bowl ever, I forgot the name but definitely check that out. Poutine was bomb. Worth to visit if you are visiting Canada and are not too far away from Montreal.

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Valeria

Valeria

Puerto Rico

Group travel

I absolutely loved my trip to Montreal. I felt very safe and appreciated how organized and walkable the city was. The bike lanes were fantastic, making it easy to explore sustainably. Montreal’s diverse attractions, beautiful architecture, and environmentally conscious vibe really resonated with me. Plus, the variety of restaurants offered such a rich cultural experience. It’s truly a stunning and inspiring city. Total cost is approximately $1,000.

Posted: December 31, 2024
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Ninon

Ninon

Canada

Solo travel

I’m currently travelling in Montreal, I’m here for a month. I’m having a lot of fun here, it’s really nice and safe place, as a woman I feel very good with the city and walking by myself. The only bad point would be the prices that are very high unfortunately…

Posted: March 26, 2024
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How safe is Montreal for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 103 local experiences

Local crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 103 local experiences

Amélie

Amélie

Montreal is really safe. I walk at night without any fear. The worst crime for tourists right now is car theft. People are friendly in general. Do not hesitate to visit as a solo female traveler, you will not be disappointed.

Posted: November 3, 2025
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I feel very secure in Montreal. Of course, it depends on the neighborhood and the time of day. I’ve never had any problems. Usually quebecers are very nice, welcoming and helpful if you ask them for an advice or an information.

Posted: October 30, 2025
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Definitely safe for solo traveling women. Never been scared to use public transportation late at night or to walk back home. There are specific downtown spots where homeless/addict people hangout, i would not go there in the middle of the night on purpose, but otherwise, very very safe city with welcoming people.

Posted: October 25, 2025
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ratiba

ratiba

Montreal

Can host for:

3 days

About me

My Name is Ratiba but everybody calls me Touba I’m very friendly , I like meeting new people and trying new activities , when I have energy I like to cook good Mediterranean food . I’m very curious person I can talk about all subjects ( Politics , ecology, history, psychology, drama-stories …) I can laugh about absolutely everything!

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Winnie

Winnie

Montreal

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I split my time between Montreal, Singapore and USA. Loves ice cream, theater, arts, live sports games, music festivals, concerts and travel. I split my time between Singapore and Montreal, Canada. The winter in Montreal is a little too much for me to handle. Haha. Always looking forward to meeting like-minded travellers.

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Expats in Montreal

ratiba

ratiba

Montreal

About me

My Name is Ratiba but everybody calls me Touba I’m very friendly , I like meeting new people and trying new activities , when I have energy I like to cook good Mediterranean food . I’m very curious person I can talk about all subjects ( Politics , ecology, history, psychology, drama-stories …) I can laugh about absolutely everything!

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Hannah

Hannah

Montreal

About me

Heya, I’m Hannah! Solo-traveling my way through life and always down to meet cool humans. Trying to travel way more this year 🌍✨

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