Is Avignon Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Avignon, generally presents a conducive and secure environment for solo female travelers. It is viewed as a peaceful city characterized by a low crime rate. However, like any other tourist destination, practicing common sense safety measures such as staying vigilant about surroundings, avoiding secluded areas during late hours, and being cautious about your personal belongings is always a good idea. Lodgings, transport, and local sites are largely safe and welcoming for solo female travelers.

Safety rating

4.4 /5

Based on 4 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

2.7 /5

Based on 3 experiences from local women

Avignon is currently ranked #5 safest place in France for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Avignon?

Safety at night:Safe

Avignon, being a popular tourist destination in France, has a generally safe and calm ambiance even during the night. The city center is well-lit, patrolled by police, and full of life even after sundown with people often enjoying late dinners and night walks. However, like any place, it's important to stay alert and stick to populated areas. A few neighborhoods on the outskirts of Avignon have a slightly higher crime rate, so if possible, avoid these areas at night. Despite that, the city as a whole offers a safe night environment for the solo female traveler.

Public transportation:Safe

Avignon's public transportation system is generally safe, with a robust network of buses and trains that are well-maintained and timely. The city itself is quite safe and friendly, but as with any public transportation in any city, keep an eye on your belongings and be aware of your surroundings. Instances of pick-pocketing or other minor crime are not common, but can happen occasionally. Yet overall, women traveling solo can comfortably and confidently use the public transportation in Avignon.

Street harassment:Low

Avignon is generally a safe city with a welcoming atmosphere towards solo female travelers. While instances of street harassment do occur, they are not common and are mostly isolated incidents. A sensible approach to personal safety and awareness of one's surroundings can significantly minimize the risk. The locals are respectful, especially towards tourists, and the historic parts of the city are particularly safe even at night.

Petty crimes:Low

In Avignon, petty crimes such as pickpocketing and theft are typically low, especially when compared to larger cities. Most areas are safe and well-patrolled but as with any travel destination, it's important to remain vigilant, particularly in crowded tourist areas. Street scams can occasionally occur, so always avoid giving out personal information to strangers and keep your belongings close at all times.

Is Avignon worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.8 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4/5

Safety

4.4/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

4.2/5

Emily

United Kingdom

Solo travel

Very beautiful city. Lots of tourists & I felt safe. Gorgeous weather. I ran around the city walls in the morning, about a 5km route. Great way to see the city. Food is very expensive but nice. The Popes Palace is deffo worth a visit, but don’t bother with the gardens. So much original artwork still in tact. Really amazing.

Posted: June 22, 2024

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Couple travel

Overall I felt very safe in Avignon. The reason I gave 4.5/5 instead of 5/5 is only because I was approached once or twice by tourist scammers on the street, but it was nothing aggressive and a simple “Non, merci.” Did the trick both times. Avignon is one of my fondest trips to date! I would recommend Avignon and the Provence / Vaucluse region of France to anyone!

Posted: January 17, 2024

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Solo travel

Charming food and culture. The weather in June is wonderful. When you stay close to the center, you can walk everywhere. I went to Ile de la Barthelasse by a free cruise. It's a beautiful place.

Posted: June 21, 2023

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Dorianne

France

Family travel

Avignon is a small and typical city from southern east of France. You can walk near the Rhône, visit le palais des Papes but also go to watch some play as the city hosts the biggest theater festival during summer !

Posted: May 20, 2023Experienced: February, 2023

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Is Avignon safe for women?

Safety index

2.7 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

I feel relatively safe, I've been followed only once in my 5 years living here (and it was after dark, around 2 am). Catcall happens kind of often, but I feel like it's the same in every city of France.

Posted: December 25, 2024

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Avignon is a rather calm city. Living in the city center, I don't really have to deal with the more sensitive neighborhoods, but like in all cities, there are places to avoid. For women, it's a matter of vigilance, it's mainly about knowing the areas where it's better not to go.

Posted: December 23, 2024

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