Is Greece safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Greece for solo female travelers?
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based on 192 experiences from female travelers
Izabela
Romania
Greece, Group travel
Oh it was a whole shebang, we rented a car from romania and drove all the way to greece, we slept on a beach until it was time to head for the ferry and went to Samothraki where we camped for three days (too short if you ask me) and explored as much of the island as we could and back to romania we stopped in Bulgaria where we listened to live street music and visited some museums but there is sooo much more to say about this trip but i like to keep it short
Posted: January 14, 2026Experienced: July, 2025
Mélanie
France
Zakynthos, Solo travel
I made this trip in 2017 with a former friend. We didn’t do much. Aside from a small eight-hour cruise, lounging on the beach, and going to bars. I have good memories of it, but I don’t wish to go back.
Posted: January 7, 2026Greece, Couple travel
I will definitely go back. The food is amazing. 🐙😋 the beach is sooo blue and gorgeous. I felt safe during my last 2 trips. I have done the west of Greece and planning on going to other cities every summer.
Posted: November 9, 2025
Alix
France
Crete, Solo travel
I went to chania in Crete for a long w-e alone. I stayed on a hostel that was 25€ the night. And was very well located. And thanks to this hostel I make friends which whôm I did a lot of activities and beach I will recommend you to do excursions. If you go in the hostel they always proposed a lot of them. The weather was very nice. And i really enjoy it
Posted: October 31, 2025
İdil
Denmark
Athens, Group travel
I felt really safe and happy, the streets were interesting for me. And also the food, oh I love Greek culture!!! I stayed in hostel for erasmus plus program and it was also nice to be with the other cultures.
Posted: September 23, 2025How safe is Greece for women?
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Based on 193 local experiences
Local crime index
Based on 193 local experiences
Heraklion
Overall there are not many reports of criminal activity compared to other cities, but especially at night you have to be careful and preferably not alone. Stay in the walkways with light and avoid homeless people.
Posted: January 13, 2026
Alexandra
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is overall a safe city. There ate petty crimes happening like in everything big city. As long as you stay around the center you'll be safe even as a solo traveller since it's busy. Be careful of pickpockets in street/flea markets and in public transportation.
Posted: January 6, 2026
Irene
Sitia
Sitia is a very safe area and has relatively low crime compared to larger urban centers. It’s a small town, and the local police do their job effectively. Crete in general is a safe region so I wouldn't mark any specific area as dangerous
Posted: January 5, 2026
ELLI
Athens
Athens is the City of Greece , as all big cities has some parts that is better to not walk alone in the night , during the day its okay since its crowded, but in any case you should mind your personal belongings as in evry city you travel
Posted: January 3, 2026
Maria
Athens
It’s pretty safe but some areas are filled with sketchy people, junkies, thieves, pervs, stalkers. But like anywhere else, if you have basic survival skills you won’t get robbed and you’ll notice the danger before it’s too late. Situational awareness and quick thinking. Because even in the safe / chill areas, you might get unlucky and stumble upon a perv/stalker which can lead to harassment. If you can’t avoid the areas make sure to be careful or have company
Posted: December 29, 2025Safety in Greece
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Alexandra
Thessaloniki
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hellooo, my name is Alexandra and until end if may I'll be with my girlfriend and our cat in Thessaloniki. We've hosted many people in the past and we loved it each time. I'm originally from Thessaloniki so I'm gonna bombard you with random facts about the city (and not only). I love all forms of art and talking about science (don't get me started about microbiome). I'm finishings my studies in being a dietician. I'm doing my internship now at a public hospital. Also, I deeply believe in solidarity and community. I've been volunteering at a social kitchen the past 4 years. We cooks with homeless people on the street and distribute free food. I'll love to go there together.
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Katerina
Thessaloniki
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hey!! :) I'm Katerina, 19 yo and I live in Thessaloniki🇬🇷. I was always passionate about traveling and after a MeetUp I had resently I think about starting solo traveling too. I love meeting new people all around the world and my mission in life is to travel to the mayority of the countries of the world🗺️! I'm right now learning spanish so it would be perfect to get to speak to a native so I can improve my speaking skills in 🇪🇸!
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