Is Addis Ababa safe for solo female travelers?

Addis Ababa is relatively safe for solo female travelers. With a welcoming and friendly local population, crime rates against travelers are comparatively low. However, it is always advisable to exercise normal precautions. During your stay, try to avoid isolated areas late at night and keep your belongings secure at all times. Take guided tours if you wish to explore the rural areas or local markets. Lastly, respect the local customs and traditions to ensure a smooth interaction with the locals.

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How safe is Addis Ababa for solo female travelers?

Mwanaidi

Mwanaidi

Kenya

Solo travel

It was a layover twice since I was using Ethiopian airlines. Gorgeous city. Hospitable people for sure. The hotels are beautiful❤️❤️ Food was really good. Despite being vegan I had something to eat. Plus I live the cooler temperatures. I am definitely saving up to go back again God willing

Posted: August 2, 2025Experienced: November, 2022
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How safe is Addis Ababa for women?

Local safety index

3.3 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Mer

Mer

Just be aware of where your traveling and the time your heading out and heading back in :). And know the people you’re going to places with even locals. Besides that it’s a truly beautiful place to visit.

Posted: December 4, 2025
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Yordi_lov3_will_stay_t3gram

Yordi_lov3_will_stay_t3gram

Its safe really safe. There are lots kf tourists eho come isolated or in group that tour and return safely. I consider it 9 out of 10 safe. I dont know much about other areas, but the main touring places in my Country are also labled the safest places for tourists.

Posted: November 29, 2025
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The city addis ababa is safe to travel. There might be some catcalling if you are in an alley but just words and nothing else. If u stick to the city there are many people and lights all over the city. There are ride apps like uber(we don't have user itself) and I recommend ride. It shows u the price on ur app and it's made so as to be safe. A lot of hotels from cheap to quality and all are safe.

Posted: April 21, 2025
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Addis Ababa is generally very safe, I wouldn’t recommend walking alone after dark as there might be pickpockets here and there. Habesha people are generally very welcoming and respectful, however you might see some incidents of cat calling or heckling ( depending on the location) .

Posted: February 22, 2025
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Addis Ababa

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Hey im Yordi, im looking to host people visiting my city Addis Ababa Ethiopia. I can speak fluent English, and would also guarantee safty and good recommendations I'm available, most work days, and definitely the weekend. Let me know,

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