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 /5

Based on 5 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

2.7 /5

Based on 6 experiences from local women

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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 5 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

3.9/5

Safety

4/5

Food

3.7/5

Budget-friendly

4/5

Family travel

Avignon is a pretty city thanks to its ramparts and its papal palace. I recommend doing the palace as a combined ticket with the famous Avignon bridge to save money. On the other hand, I do not recommend the combined ticket including the papal gardens, the plants look dehydrated and there is not much to see. What surprised me is that in the center of Avignon everything is calm but as soon as you arrive in the south of the city towards the central station, many drugged and drunk men are present in the streets from the afternoon until the night, which made me feel very unsafe. In addition, my hotel was on the outskirts of the city and to get there I had to go through neighborhoods where there were police interventions against drug trafficking, not very reassuring. Instead of spending all of your days in Avignon, I recommend the city on the other side of the Rhône, which is Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. It's much quieter, there are fewer people, and it looks much more picturesque. There, you can visit many monuments that offer views of the city, Avignon, and the Rhône. I'm thinking in particular of Fort Saint-André and the Bel Tower. In addition, the abbey gardens and the Chartreuse are very pleasant to visit when the weather is nice.

Posted: May 14, 2025Experienced: March, 2025

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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 6 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 6 local experiences

although i’ve been wandering around all by myself, i’d rather be with someone else for my safety. i’ve already been whistled and stopped in the street by some guys who wanted to flirt, which i’m really not ok with, and i don’t want to be bothered. currently avignon is not super safe so the chances that something happens are still pretty low but please be safe and take care

Posted: March 28, 2025

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Hi! I’m Lahari. I recently moved back to India from Singapore and wear many hats as a product designer, digital marketer, and creative thinker. Originally from Chennai. I’m a curious soul who thrives on learning, exploring, and connecting with people from different walks of life. Travel is my passion, and I believe every journey brings a new story to tell. I’m drawn to the simple joys of life—chasing sunsets, basking under the moonlight, and sharing meaningful conversations. I love to dance (urban kiz and bachata are my favorites!), cook for friends, make art, and write poetry. Creativity is at the heart of everything I do, whether it’s designing, writing, or whipping up a delicious meal. I’m also deeply spiritual and grounded in my values: kindness, inclusivity, and living in harmony with nature. I’m the kind of person who values authenticity and strives to make every connection meaningful.