Is Paris Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Paris, the vibrant capital of France, is generally labeled as a safe city for solo female travelers. Its extensive and reliable public transportation network facilitates travel, even during late hours. Parisians are helpful and most are fluent in English, enhancing the ease of communication. However, like any crowded tourist destination, it's wise to stay vigilant against pickpockets and scams, especially in high tourist areas or in the Metro. It's also recommended to avoid less crowded and poorly lit areas at night. Overall, the experience can be very rewarding with the right precautions.

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How safe is Paris?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Moderate

Paris, being one of the world's top tourist destinations, is generally considered safe. However, as in any major city, there can be dangers, particularly at night. Certain neighborhoods might be safer than others, and pickpocketing can occur in crowded areas, especially in tourist hotspots. Always stay vigilant, avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas, and trust your instincts.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Paris is generally very safe. The metro, RER trains, buses, and trams are regularly patrolled by security personnel and equipped with security cameras. However, it's advisable to always be alert for pickpockets, especially in busy areas and during rush hour. Late-night travel is also considered safe but caution should be maintained. Having said that, millions of Parisians and tourists alike use the public transportation daily without incident.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Moderate

Paris offers an ambient and safe environment for solo female travelers for the most part. However, it's not entirely free from the issue of street harassment. Like most major cities, there may be instances of unwanted attention, especially in certain neighborhoods and at night. Always stay aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Moderate

Petty crimes like pickpocketing, theft, and scams occur fairly frequently in Paris, particularly in crowded areas or near popular tourist sites. Always be cautious with your personal belongings and remain aware of your surroundings.

Is Paris worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 106 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4/5

Food

4.4/5

Budget-friendly

3/5

Solo travel

Great experience as a solo traveller. Will recommend highly. Felt safe and welcome right from the airport! I don’t speak French but not a barrier. Taxi drivers are polite, I used Uber. Make sure to go downstairs to parking if you called an Uber not the taxi rank!

Posted: October 5, 2024
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nafisa

nafisa

Canada

Solo travel

It was my first time in Europe. I felt very safe. I would be out all day and night sightseeing, exploring, meeting people and just having the time of my life. I could not recommend Paris enough to people.

Posted: October 3, 2024
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Solo travel

I visited the city multiple times, it's nice but a little but too over hyped in my opinion and ofc it's expensive but didn't expect anything else from Paris. If you never visited Paris you should definitely do

Posted: September 27, 2024Experienced: April, 2024
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Solo travel

I visited Paris by FlixBus from Germany. At the City I walked a lot. I felt safe all the time, even in the night. You can rent e-bikes if you want to drive home at night when the subway is closed. I stayed in a hostel, I recommend to book a flat in the Center next time to be more private and have less way back. I loved the food, there are a lot of bakery’s so you can enjoy a meal at the river. Negative: Paris is really expensive.

Posted: September 18, 2024
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Solo travel

Paris is not a safe city for women traveling alone, especially near popular tourist spots like the Eiffel Tower. There is a lot of harassment from strange men, people offering you things and practically forcing you to buy, as well as thefts, etc. Regarding itineraries, besides the classic places like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, I highly recommend the Palace of Versailles.

Posted: August 31, 2024
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Claudia

Claudia

Spain

Solo travel

I Love Paris . As a solo Female Traveler one has to be Very much aware of your surroundings here as not to let' anyone spike your Drink and Keep your phone away . A map is Always useful in my Travels as I prefer It to Google Maps . I Love the food here and The Wine of course ! Enjoy Paris

Posted: August 31, 2024Experienced: July, 2024
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Catherine

Catherine

Ireland

Family travel

Paris does have problems with pickpocketing and scams and you shouldn't really travel alone there. I cannot remember the name of the place we stayed but it was quite nice and the breakfast options were good. We did the Eiffel Tower the River seinn Cruise and the Monpansse Tower. We also saw the arc de triumph and Notradam. Be sure to book the Eiffel Tower tickets online prior to departure as the queues are very long. For the main attractions get there early to avoid long lines. We got around by Metro. We bought a card with 10 rides each on it and we like that each ride counts as one journey regardless of changing trains or not unlike in London.

Posted: August 27, 2024Experienced: February, 2024
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Solo travel

I felt safe in Paris and had tons of fun attending concerts and doing 2 photoshoots. Public transport is easy to access and runs throughout the day and night. An excellent city for music and art lovers.

Posted: August 27, 2024
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Solo travel

I had great weather in Paris and used the bike as my main transport. I went a lot of sightseeing and didnt interact much with locals due to lack of time, but my experience overall was friendly. I was able to improve my french a little bit and dine well

Posted: August 21, 2024Experienced: August, 2023
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Solo travel

Did not feel safe at all at Gare Du Nord when walking to my hotel. However the city centre and the richer areas are definitely safer. Pastries were good especially the hot chocolate at Carette! I only stayed for one night tho

Posted: August 17, 2024
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Is Paris safe for women?

Safety index

3.3 /5

Based on 82 local experiences

Crime index

2.3 /5

Based on 82 local experiences

Marianne

Marianne

Definitely safe to walk at night when you are in groups of 2 or more. Didn’t have issues when walking alone but would avoid some arrondissements. Stick to touristic areas but watch your belongings applies for the metro too.

Posted: October 5, 2024
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Paris remains a safe city. Everything is not perfect and women still to behave carefully specially in certain areas but globally there is not a dangerous city I Would just recommend staying away from certain area mainly La Chapelle, Barbès, and some streets in Belleville by night Be careful also because there are a lot of pickpocket

Posted: September 21, 2024
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Is Paris safe right now?

Before your visit to Paris, it's essential to check travel advisories for France, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The United States government advises to exercise increased caution in France due to terrorism and civil unrest. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: July 26, 2023
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The Canadian government advises exercising a high degree of caution in France due to the elevated threat of terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 27, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The Australian government advises exercising a high degree of caution in France due to the threat of terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 9, 2024

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