Is Hamburg Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Hamburg is generally safe for solo female travelers. The crime rate is relatively low and the locals are friendly and helpful. However, it is always advisable to stay vigilant, especially during the late hours and in less busy places. Stick to well-lit areas, keep an eye on your belongings, and do not share your travel plans or accommodation details openly. Public transportation is reliable, convenient, and safe. Make sure to use licensed taxi services if needed. Overall, with standard precautions, you can enjoy a pleasant and safe trip.

Safety rating

4.2 /5

Based on 5 experiences

4.5 /5

Based on research and crime data

Safety overview

Safety at night:Safe

Hamburg, generally provides a secure atmosphere, particularly in well-populated city areas. A large network of well-maintained, well-lit streets, combined with an efficient public transportation system, contributes to nighttime safety. While incidents of crime are not unheard of, they are relatively uncommon. However, as with any large city, there are some areas you would be advised to avoid at night. Always be aware of your surroundings and use common sense, especially when walking alone.

Public transportation: Safe

Public transportation in Hamburg, is a popular option among residents and visitors alike. It is generally considered to be safe for solo female travelers. Trains and buses are clean, frequent, and operate with strict timetables. Traveling late at night might be a little less comfortable due to fewer passengers and reduced frequency of services. However, isolated incidents can occur, as in any major city, so it's important to maintain situational awareness, especially during off-peak times.

Street harassment: Low

Hamburg is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. While occasional incidents of street harassment could occur, as they could in any large city, they are not very common. Local authorities are responsive to such issues and public safety is well maintained. However, it's still crucial to exercise standard precautions, stay in well-lit, populated areas, and avoid late-night solitary walks especially in unfamiliar areas.

Petty crimes:Low

Hamburg, generally enjoys a low level of petty crimes. However, like any large city, it is advisable to stay alert and take basic security precautions. The most common forms of petty crime in Hamburg include pickpocketing or minor theft, particularly in crowded places like public transportation or touristic points. It's always a good practice to keep your belongings secure and not leave your personal items unattended.

Tap water:Very safe

In Hamburg, the tap water is incredibly high quality, meeting or exceeding all health and safety standards. It's sourced from protected natural springs and goes through rigorous treatment and testing. So, you can comfortably drink tap water without concerns.

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Travel experiences

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 5 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.2/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3.2/5

Solo travel experience

Things to do: - Speicherstadt - Elbphilharmonie - Hafen - Planten un Blomen - Kunsthalle Safety: It's a fairly safe city, but use the normal travel precautions. Recommendations: Hamburg is worth a few days, excellent atmosphere and plenty of things to do and see.

Posted: September 17, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 4/5
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Things to do: - Stroll down the Eppendorfer Weg street - Visit the TV Tower - Relax at Stadtpark - Explore Planten un Blomen Safety: Felt totally safe. Recommendations: Hamburg is excellent place for drinking and partying.

Posted: September 10, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Things to do: - Elbphilharmonie - Miniatur Wunderland - Hamburger Kunsthalle - St. Michael's Church - Townhall - Reeperbahn - Planten un Blomen - Tierpark Hagenbeck - Alter Elbtunnel Safety: I felt perfectly safe. Recommendations: Hamburg is the most beautiful city in Germany.

Posted: September 3, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Itinerary: Short amount of time in Hamburg but wonderful Things to do: Musicexam Food: I enjoyed the food Safety: I felt safe Budget: Quite cheap compared to Switzerland Accommodation: Hostel Recommendations: Kfnr

Posted: June 20, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Local experiences

You have to take ride with the harbour ferry. Its inclouded in the metro ticket and you can experience Hamburg from the waterside. In "Oevelgönne/Museumshafen", you can walk along the beach of the river "Elbe".

Posted: September 26, 2023
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Julia

Julia

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Hey I‘m Juli Yi-Shyan Schmalfeldt (蘇怡旋). I am a half Taiwanese half German Illustration Student (she/her) from Hamburg. I have lived here all my life and I am ready to move somewhere else to maybe do my masters. Right now I am very enthusiastic about furthering my mandarin skills and going on a study abroad (probably Australia). I like hanging out with people and getting to know them. I‘m pretty outgoing and chill and open for any new experiences!

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Hi there I'm Tetiana and I come from Ukraine. I'm 29 y.o. teacher. I'm a cheerful and open-hearted person, ready to open up the world around me and people as well. I'm seeking for new horizons to broaden and to enjoy the life.

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Stay with locals in Hamburg

Julia

Julia

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3 days

About me

Hey I‘m Juli Yi-Shyan Schmalfeldt (蘇怡旋). I am a half Taiwanese half German Illustration Student (she/her) from Hamburg. I have lived here all my life and I am ready to move somewhere else to maybe do my masters. Right now I am very enthusiastic about furthering my mandarin skills and going on a study abroad (probably Australia). I like hanging out with people and getting to know them. I‘m pretty outgoing and chill and open for any new experiences!

Countries I’ve Visited

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Angelina

Angelina

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3 days

About me

Hello dear ones, I am Angelina 32 years and live in Germany Hamburg. I love traveling, meeting new people, making memories and enjoying life 😊. I like to do yoga, meditate and read a lot. I am a very open and warm person who loves to laugh a lot. I like to host you if you want to come to Hamburg and show you the most beautiful corners :)

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Maya

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3 days

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Hey girls! I am a 22 year old student from Germany who loves to travel to new places and to meet new people from different cultures and countrys. I’m very into learning new languages, currently I am learning Spanish and French. I like to connect with people and just chat about everything. It would be lovely to get to know you :)

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Upcoming visitors to Hamburg

Vinciane

Vinciane

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Hey! I'm a young adult dreaming to discover the world and it's cultures. Currently I'm taking a sabbatical, in January I'll leave for my first solo (international) trip to Norway, which I'm dreaming to visit since a very long time. I'll do the whole trip by train. I love to meet new people and exchange with them, maybe we'll meet each other somewhere around the globe?

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