Is Split Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Split, generally provides a safe environment for travelers, including solo female travelers. Violent crime is rare, though petty theft or pickpocketing in crowded areas may be a concern. The city is well-lit, and locals are often helpful and kind to tourists. Public transportation is reliable and safe to use even at night; nevertheless, basic precautions like awareness of your surroundings should always be practiced.

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How safe is Split?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Split is generally a safe city to wander around during the night. The city is well-lit with plenty of people around, creating a vibrant yet comforting environment. However, it's always good to be vigilant and stay in the more populated areas as quiet, less busy areas can have a higher risk of petty crime. As with any travel destination, it is sensible not to flaunt valuable possessions and keep important documents and cash secured and out of sight. Avoid isolated areas and stick to the main routes and well-lit streets.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Split, is generally safe, reliable and efficient for solo female travelers. The buses operate regularly connecting all parts of the city and its outskirts. It has been reported to be safe, even during late hours. However, as with any travel, it is important to be aware of your surroundings, watch out for pickpockets and avoid isolated stops, particularly at night.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Split generally has a safe and welcoming environment for solo female travelers. While occasional instances of cat-calling or inappropriate comments can occur, such incidents are not a common part of the experience here. The majority of locals are respectful, and severe incidents are rarely reported.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Split, is generally safe for solo female travelers. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and purse snatching do occur, especially in crowded areas and on public transport. However, they are not very common and taking general precautions like watching your belongings and not flashing valuables can significantly reduce the risk.

Is Split worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 18 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4/5

Safety

4.3/5

Food

3.9/5

Budget-friendly

3.3/5

Family travel

I went to Split in July 2025, and I loved it! Overall, I feel like it’s a safe city, perfect for families or group of friends they are looking for a relaxing vacation. I truly recommend to book a boat trip around the coast, and explore new bitches every day. The food is amazing, inexpensive and perfect for a low budget. Basically every day in the smaller towns around Split offer typical vendor events when you where you can find cute little souvenirs for really cheap. The house where we were staying in was basically new, really near the beach and the downtown. I can’t wait to go back there!

Posted: May 19, 2025
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Family travel

Split is safe but in crouds be alert of scammers and pisckpockets. Accommodation is not the cheapest and also food. There were a lot of altivities and public transport was eazy and covered the whole area.

Posted: April 8, 2025
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Savannah

Savannah

Germany

Family travel

10€ shuttlebus from airport, nice cheap airbnb next to the famous bačvice beach, colorful and creative bars at night, old town is made of stone and has those neat backyard areas, prices are mostly fixed in shops

Posted: September 5, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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Isobel

Isobel

United Kingdom

Group travel

I have visited Split twice now within the last 2 years, first in 2022 and then this year 2024, I had a great experience every time! I felt very safe in the populated areas both day and night, anywhere throughout the day is safe, but i’d say avoid some of the small bars outside of the bus station as it can be a bit daunting around there especially at night as there aren’t that many tourists in those bars. But overall I felt safe, the people are very lovely to get to know. If you’re visiting split go and love national parks, visit Krka national park, you can get a flix bus from the station direct to there! Marvlvs library jazz bar is super cool too, it’s within the city walls, they have live music on throughout the week around 8pm! For food I recommend a place called Mendula in Bol area, it’s inexpensive, ran by a group of women, and it’s very good food. For food I also recommend the markets, the fruit and veg is very vibrant, even if you don’t fancy eating there it’s a fun experience, they have flea markets on every day too with books, clothes, jewellery and more! The first time I visited split I stayed in an apartment on Put Plokita, it’s around a 20 minute walk from the city centre, it’s cheap and clean, however it can be a little daunting walking back home at night as it’s a walk through a few unpopulated areas and side streets. I recommended staying at apartment Gorki or in an area nearby to that, it’s a bit more expensive and convenient if you’re travelling as a two or three but it’s just outside the city walls and the host (Marina) was kind and helpful. Transport wise, use the boats, go visit some of the islands! The jordanna boat companies sell their tickets just near the port and in the main boat terminal! I recommend taking the boat to Hvar and Supetar! As for busses, they’re very easy to use, you can buy a ticket at the ticket stand in the bud station or get a flix bus ticket on their website, you can get to the beautiful town Omiš via bus, and the busses are safe! I also recommend getting the bus to Zadar for the day to see the sea organ! If you’re visiting I hope you have the best trip, meet amazing people and see the beauty of Croatia!

Posted: September 3, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Family travel

Very good food, lovely markets with fresh fruits You can take boat trips to islands, take a full tour Beautiful city with pretty churches and streets Delicious restaurants Nice atmosphere with music.

Posted: July 1, 2024
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Is Split safe for women?

Safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 6 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 6 local experiences

Elisa

Elisa

I spent seven days in Split, and as a young woman, I felt completely safe. The streets are lively, especially at night, with lots of people around. Because of that, I never felt unsafe or alone. It’s definitely a great destination for solo female travelers.

Posted: May 1, 2025
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Melissa

Melissa

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Yapper, curious and lover of new experiences 🎨🍜🫶 some people call it ADHD 🤭

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Lidia

Lidia

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I am Lidia, I come from Italy and I am currently living in Split for a short term (2 months) volunteering project until the 29th of May. I have a bachelors in Philosophy and from next year I am set to start a masters programme in Gender Studies in Vienna. I am open minded, extrovert and friendly person who strongly enjoys to meet new people. I love traveling and hiking. I am a vegetarian/vegan and politically engaged person :)

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Doris

Doris

Split

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3 days

About me

UX designer at a German startup, 34. Into long walks, longobard dancing, and getting lost in books. Big on mental health and forever chasing sunsets. At home, I’m kept company by Booboo, my 10-year-old dog.

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Nika

Split

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3 days

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I'm a 5th year medical student living in my own apartament. Would love to meet other girls that enjoy traveling and perheps visit each other.

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Upcoming visitors to Split

Milena

Milena

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hey!! My name is Milena and I graduated high school this year. I'm going on my first ever solo trip to Croatia with Worldpackers as a volunteer this June 🩷

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Niko

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Hey girlie pops im eniko, but i prefer to go by Niko ☺️✌️ im friendly and easy going. I love to travel but a girl can be broke haha. Im 23 yrs old, ive been told im mature for my age whatever that means. Hopefully one day ill get to live out my van life dreams🤞

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