Is Finland Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Finland is considered one of the safest countries in the world for solo female travelers. The crime rates are low and the locals are friendly and welcoming. It's also a country with excellent public transportation and well-developed hospitality services. However, as with all travel, it's still advised to take general precautions, such as not walking alone late at night in unfamiliar areas.

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How safe is Finland?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Very safe

Finland, known for its high levels of safety, is a great place for solo female travelers even during the night. Walking alone at night is typically very safe as the streets are well-illuminated and locals are generally respectful and helpful. Like anywhere else, though, always maintain personal awareness and caution.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Finland is known for its safety and reliability. It includes buses, trams, trains and even boats that are well-maintained and safe to use. Female travellers in Finland can expect to feel comfortable when using the public transportation, even during the late hours. The country also has a low crime rate overall, which contributes to the sense of security while using public transit. Despite this, as with any travel, practicing personal vigilance and taking basic precautions are always recommended.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Very low

Finland is generally an exceptionally safe and respectful country to visit. Street harassment is quite rare and most people keep respectful distances, valuing personal space. Nevertheless, maintaining a basic level of caution is always advised wherever you travel.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Very low

Finland is known to be an incredibly safe country. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing, bag snatching or minor robbery are quite rare. Being aware of your surroundings and taking common safety precautions should be enough to ensure a safe and secure visit.

Is Finland worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 25 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

3.9/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

3.8/5

Budget-friendly

3.5/5
Paraskevi

Paraskevi

Greece

Kouvola, Solo travel

The city isn't very big and although it doesn't have a lot of things to do, it is very safe. I went put multiple times during the night but not even once felt danger. The locals are also very friendly and more than willing to help.

Posted: December 10, 2024Experienced: October, 2024
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Duma

Duma

Indonesia

Helsinki, Solo travel

Helsinki is totaly safe and easy to connect. Also the public transportation is connecting, bus, metro, train. I had a lovely experience visit museum, market and sauna. Sauna one of the local things do almost every day

Posted: August 26, 2024Experienced: October, 2018
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Oana

Oana

Romania

Jalasjärvi, Group travel

Jalasjarvi is a quite small town. The people are very friendly. I was a voluneter for Aukusti festival that took place there. We stayed at the community center. A store was in 100 m from our place. A very strange habit that people have there- after the festival was over, teenagers brought beer and a speaker and just stayed in front of random houses and had like an afterparty there. Everybody knows everybody so even tho they have some strange habits they are still very friendly and safe to be around. nearby there was a big zoo with animals all over the world, lakes and a religious summer camp, sports field, a cinema. compared to other countries it wasn t that expensive, you can recycle cans and get some money back from it. For a restaurant you have to leave the town cause i don t remeber them having one.

Posted: July 26, 2024
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Helsinki, Group travel

When I arrived Helsinki this time it’s so cold but all of people has good energy, beautiful smile. I love it Helsinki. I felt I’m in my hometown. Everything was perfect. (Food, people, hostel..) different atmosphere.

Posted: July 25, 2024
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Davina

Davina

United Kingdom

Lapland, Solo travel

100% a safe place to travel to as a solo traveler, never felt threatened or intimidated. There is plenty of things to do from dog and reindeer sledding through snowy forests to snowmobiling searching for the northern lights. This was an expensive trip but well worth it for the experiences. You have my heart Lapland/Finland ❤️

Posted: June 6, 2024
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Helsinki, Solo travel

I felt extremely safe during my trip. The city and public transportation are well organized. I really enjoyed mu time there. However, the city was quite pricey comparing to other european cities. I stayed at a hostel for like 8 days and it was comfortable as well but if you have the budget I would recommend staying at a hotel or an airbnb.

Posted: May 22, 2024
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Helsinki, Solo travel

Helsinki and Finland in general is a totally safe place to visit alone as a woman. I had no problems at all and it is one of the safest places I have ever been to. It is a very expensive city and Finland in general as well. The cheapest cup of coffee can cost you around 5/6 euros and an average meal can go around 25/30 euros per dish. I recommend you to visit helsinki's public library which is very very interesting to discover and it also has an affordable cafe and buffet (13 euros)

Posted: April 7, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Rovaniemi, Solo travel

The city and activities was great I jjust would alert other girls that are traveling alone about a dangerous guy! I met him in Christmas house safari and in the beginning he was very polite however after that I lived in a nightmare. I also met other 2 girls that had the same issue. His name is Fabio! Just take care because he seems very lovely guy but at the end you will be grateful that you dont have serious issue if you are lucky

Posted: March 7, 2024
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Bisan

Bisan

Israel

Helsinki, Solo travel

I had a great time, it was my first solo trip and I really enjoyed it. I felt safe all the time. Finnish people are so welcoming and kind. The food was good, transportation is cheap (in general Helsinki isn’t that expensive).

Posted: February 26, 2024Experienced: April, 2023
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Helsinki, Solo travel

A very beautiful, interesting and safe city. The people are quite reserved but very respectful and speak English very very well. This is a lot to do and see (like museums, sightseeing, concerts and parties).

Posted: November 3, 2023Experienced: August, 2023
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Is Finland safe for women?

Safety index

4.6 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

Turku

Turku is a safe city compared to many cities outside of finland, but as a finn, turku is quite unsafe compared to other finnish cities. You should never leave your belongins behind or get too drunk. Also, city centre is not very safe at nights and id recommend to explore the city during the day and spend nights indoors.

Posted: December 19, 2024
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Helsinki

Helsinki is pretty safe sometimes there can happen something bad like in everywhere can but you can walk alone without being scared even at night and if you need help people will help you with anything

Posted: December 19, 2024
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Martina

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Chiara

Helsinki

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Rashi

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Ibtissem

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