Is Marseille safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Marseille for solo female travelers?
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based on 17 experiences from female travelers
Nina
Italy
Solo travel
Went here to visit a friend of mine! It's a really lovely city. Lot of things to do, people are nice and i feel safe overall, but i think It depends on the zone... Btw it's a really colorful city. Totally raccomand
Posted: August 20, 2025Experienced: January, 2025Couple travel
I heard a lot how dangerous is Marseille, but we stayed in the downtown, so I guess it’s nothing dangerous about it The people were nice, much nicer than in Paris, there was some free concert on the street A lot of sightseeing places are completely free
Posted: April 11, 2025Solo travel
It was honestly a beautiful city; I really loved the beach and the people are super friendly. To stay safe in this city, you should especially avoid going out alone at night and choose the neighborhood where you'll stay during your visit. You can find all types of cuisine possible to meet everyone's needs. There are many affordable transportation options, making it easy to get around the city.
Posted: April 2, 2025How safe is Marseille for women?
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Based on 35 local experiences
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Based on 35 local experiences
Nina
Marseille has a reputation for being dangerous, but in my experience, it's no more dangerous than anywhere else in France. It's a fairly poor city, so there's a risk of theft, but I find Marseille to be, above all, a welcoming city.
Posted: November 19, 2025
Sandra
Lots of guys ask for your Snapchat, lol. I was always hesitant to walk around Noailles at night. One day I was biking around looking for a rooftop to watch the sunset with some music, put the GPS on without knowing where I was going and suddenly boom, a whole area full of heroin junkies. Still, most parts of Marseille felt lively and friendly, and I never had any real trouble.
Posted: November 7, 2025
Hind
Marseille is a cosmopolitan and big city but it s has its own charms thanks to the mountains and the see nearby. It is also a city with strong history. Even though in some neighbourhoods it sucks most of them are safe ! You are never bored in Marseille !
Posted: November 6, 2025Safety in France
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Anne-Astrid
Marseille
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1 day
About me
Traveling solo can be pretty intimidating, especially when you're young. And when you're a woman, it adds another layer of challenge with everything happening in the world today. That’s why I’m hoping to find good advice from fellow travelers, a sense of hospitality, and maybe even create some great memories along the way. Traveling brings me so much joy—it’s turned me from a shy girl into someone full of confidence. I can’t wait to repeat the experience!!!
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Nina
Marseille
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi everyone, my name is Nina and I'm 20 years old! I love to travel, alone or with others (often with my best friend Lila), to meet people, chat and share. I am very curious and adventurous and I like to step out of my comfort zone. I used couch surfing a lot and I loved every encounter ( This is a rather basic presentation, but I promise I have lots of things to share!! ) Looking forward to meeting you 💕💕
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Mila
Marseille
About me
Hello ! I’m 25 yo frenchy :) I started a backpack journey around the world in November 2024. I’m hoping to discover new countries and people. Not a big talker but I love to listen to any story 😌
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Kamva
Marseille
About me
I'm a South African living in Marseille. I love exploring new cities I visit by taking walks, hiking and trying local cuisines. I'm someone who values both quiet time alone spend reading or watching movies and time spent out with friends going out for drinks orbat house parties.
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