based on 164 experiences from female travelers
Dana
Germany
I loved Athens. I was there for 12 days and I stayed in Exarcheia. I felt very safe and people were also so friendly. I was also pleasantly surprised to discover that almost everyone spoke English (of course saying a few words in Greek helps). There are lots of museums to explore and the city is very walkable. You can also take day trips to islands like Aegina and Agistri. Food was also delicious and affordable if you’re coming from Germany. I highly recommend the city.
Posted: April 27, 2025I felt great, there was no threat (I was with my family). We stayed at Calypso Studios, I can’t recommend it enough!!! We go there every summer and the prices are great, the staff and the owners are just amazing❤️ I’ve tested the coffee shops around my hotel, there are a lot of activities on the sea shore and the beaches are marvelous. I went on walks at dawn and I felt safe, never had any unpleasant experiences. It’s a small village with kind people 🥰
Posted: April 24, 2025Last month I travelled to Athens, this was my first experience as a solo traveller. I felt safe throughout the whole trip, most people were really nice and willing to help a tourist out! The hotel was moderately cheap, although I booked during a low peak season, thus prices may be higher in other months. I loved this experience, and hope i can organise another trip soon!
Posted: April 20, 2025Athena’s was amazing, all the culture and monuments are so beautiful and the landscape too. The city really feels 100% safe and I will be happy to return. The museums also are incredible and the food is delicious!
Posted: April 17, 2025Experienced: April, 2025Safety was moderate, we were in a group, but we came across off-putting people every once in a while and traffic was really chaotic and dangerous sometimes. Food is amazing, would recommend local taverns in central regions. The Acropolis is a must visit, so are the museums and galleries in the whole city. Everything is pretty cheap and the shop owners are always friendly. We stayed in a 4 star hotel in Alimos and it was excellent, very cozy and safe, with a great view of the sea. Transport is tricky in Athens, there's so many means of transport to choose from but so much traffic all the time.
Posted: April 15, 2025Experienced: February, 2025Everyone was kind, I felt safe Especially when me and my brother went to Prasonisi (we traveled there from Kokymbia) by bus everyone was helpful and once at the beach, which was enormous, we felt safe enough for leaving our backpacks on the sand while having a swim
Posted: April 8, 2025Finya
Germany
I would recommend to plan your activities beforehand, I definitely spend to much time on trying to decide what to do! Every local i met was pretty friendly so no need for worries if you don’t know where you are or if you need to some inspiration on what to do, just ask around :) The food where nearly everywhere amazing BUT if you wanna get ice cream search for a local place, all those „pretty“ tourist spots aren’t that good.
Posted: April 2, 2025Grace
Italy
I stayed in the Safestay Hostel in Monastiraki and it was quite safe and inexpensive. It was also right by the metro station so it was easy to travel to other parts of the city. There are many people that will try to sell you things in the square but if you ignore them they will leave you alone.
Posted: April 1, 2025It is a really beautiful city which many different places. I had a really nice time and you get used to the city very fast. However after a few days it can get a little boring, since the city is not too big.
Posted: April 1, 2025Rana
Latvia
I've stayed in Rethymno, Crete from February 2024 till the end of may, and it's absolutely my favorite place. You feel the island vibes, but you're also in a city where everything is accessible (supermarkets, restaurants, car rentals, touristic activities). It's also very affordable in regards to a good life quality. I never felt unsafe there; however, I heard that on some beaches at night some men do drugs (but I never witnessed that myself). Main activities to do: go hiking!! There are lots of beaches and mountains close to Rethymno for hiking. You can also rent a boat for a few hours with your friends for an affordable price, jetski, ride ATV, fishing trips, and group boat tours to nearby islands! :)
Posted: February 27, 2025Experienced: January, 2024Based on 133 local experiences
Based on 133 local experiences
Melina
Athens is safe generally depending on the area you’re in. You do hear a lot of instances and scary stories that happen here so I make sure to always be cautious wherever I am and be aware of my surroundings. You do get a few comments here and there that you have to ignore.
Posted: May 7, 2025Isabella
Not the safest city from Europe but overall it’s ok. Avoid walking alone in the night. Be aware of the immigrants,some sleep on the streets,but that is a basic issue of Greece. Greek people are warm and kind,very friendly. Athens is more dangerous than Thessaloniki.
Posted: May 7, 2025Regina
hellooo!!!! I'm Regina, this is my last year of school and once I'm finished I plan to travel to many places
Loridana
I’m a fashion designer and a clothing technician who wants to travel the world, meeting people and exchanging their opinions about fashion and clothing culture all over the world. I also want to travel for experiencing different people’s daily life. Who ever planing a trip to my country or my city can communicate with me for questions etc.
Eleni
Athens
3 days
I’m Elena I’m a 01 baby (24 yo) and moved recently in Athens to study. I’m a certified cook and a paramedic.. I also am a beginner nail artist.. I know there are a lot to process about me and I promise there are plenty more😂 I always want to learn sth new so rn I’m trying to croshet a blanket 🤷🏼♀️ I’m easy going and almost in for everything.. im not a regular traveler but I love to travel so hit me up with any good ideas.. kiss and hugs for now 😘😘
Angelina
Volos
3 days
Hi I’m from Greece and I’d like to travel a lot this year. I’m down on exchanging houses or meeting new people.🤙
Meg
Hey I’m Meg! I’m 34 and from Ontario. I have a border collie and you can find me in the gym or my garden. I have been to Ireland, Italy, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic.
Mariia
I am an easy-going and friendly person. I'm planning to visit a lot of countries this year. I would be happy to meet and travel with other people.