Is Greece Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Greece is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and willing to help if needed. However, like any country, it has areas that are safer than others. The cities, such as Athens, are generally safe but require the same precautions you would take when visiting any large city. Keep your possessions close, avoid dark and secluded areas at night, and be aware of pickpockets in crowded places. The Greek islands are very safe and you can feel comfortable exploring them on your own. Greek people are known for their hospitality and many solo female travelers have pleasant experiences when visiting Greece.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 157 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.8 /5

Based on 106 experiences from local women

Greece is currently ranked #32 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Greece?

Safety at night:Safe

Greece, overall, is considered quite safe, even at night. However, the safety levels can vary depending on the area. Touristic places and city centers are typically well-lit and populated, making them relatively safe for solo female travelers even in the late hours. However, as with any destination, it's necessary to use caution and stick to populated areas. Avoid walking alone in secluded places or less-transited streets late at night.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Greece is generally considered quite safe. Buses and metro are run timely and usually punctual. The bigger issues seem to surround pickpocketing, particularly in crowded areas or during peak travel times. But these occurrences are relatively low and can be avoided by remaining vigilant. Remaining aware of your surroundings and belongings will help ensure a safe and pleasant travel experience.

Street harassment:Low

Greece is relatively safe with respect to street harassment. Locals are generally respectful and warm towards tourists. While occasional staring or unwanted attention may be experienced, especially in crowded tourist areas, it is not pervasive or aggressive. However, as always, it's recommended to maintain your situational awareness and adopt culturally appropriate behaviours.

Petty crimes:Low

While Greece generally maintains a low-profile in terms of petty crimes such as pick-pocketing and bag snatching, you still need to remain vigilant. Especially in larger cities and crowded tourist areas, it can occur, primarily driven by the economic challenges the country has faced. However, with common-sense precautions like keeping your belongings close, not showcasing expensive items, and avoiding secluded areas at night, the risk can be considerably lessened.

Is Greece worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 157 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.4/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3.6/5

Finya

Germany

Crete, Family travel

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, 2025

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Grace

Italy

Athens, Solo travel

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, 2025

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Thessaloniki, Solo travel

It 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, 2025

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Athens, Solo travel

I love Athens❤️. My favourite food was gyro which I ate everyday and recommend 100%. I didn’t feel safe all the time. I went to museums, the Acropolis and more places. I walked around and took the metro to the airport which was really easy to use. One of my favourite places was the Central Market where I bought fresh fruit. I hope I will get to go to Athens again in the future.

Posted: March 3, 2025

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Rana

Latvia

Rethymnon, Solo travel

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, 2024

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Santorini, Couple travel

It was really safe, I was there with my ex . The only thing that was really dangerous was the driving part . Everyone drives like crazy so be careful. The food was awesome also the view of course , 200 euros per day it’s okay to have fun

Posted: February 25, 2025

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Greece, Family travel

Greece was amazing. I felt save everywhere. The food wasn't so good because there was a few greek restaurants, so we didn't visit them and we visit Italian restaurant instead. The country is beautiful, but when you're there, it looks a little bit poor.

Posted: February 18, 2025Experienced: July, 2024

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Athens, Solo travel

It was really safe. I stayed close to Ermou Street. (Athens Commercial) I ate my dinner in Bairaktaris Syntagma Square. I spend: -25€ (per a day) for hotel. -10€ (Acropolis) -6€ (National Archeological Museum) -13€ (Dinner) I didn’t take bus or metro. Just shuttle. So I walked to everywhere.

Posted: February 18, 2025

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Alexandra

Romania

Thessaloniki, Solo travel

Thessaloniki is the biggest cultural city of northern Greece and here is what I did and how I felt there during my 3 nights stay: ▪︎ It was overall safe, but being pretty crowded during that period I felt like I have to be more alert. There are also a couple neighbourhoods that you would want to avoid as a solo traveler, but again, I didn't have any bad experience whatsoever. ▪︎ I did some self exploring during the first day, just wondering around the streets and parks, which felt quite idyllic during sunset 🌇 ▪︎ Next two days I had some activities booked in advance, such as day trips to Meteora and Edessa or dinner at the Skyline lounge bar, which I totally recommend - good wine, nice view and live music ✨️🥂 ▪︎ Definetly try local food, I was a huge fan of gyros, bougatsa and bougourdi and their freddo cappuccino. ▪︎ My accommodation was located right next to the city center and I paid around 150 euros for 3 nights via Booking. ▪︎ The public transportation is also very easy to use, I had no problem getting around town or between cities, but expect high traffic on the main streets 👀 Overall, definetly visit Thessaloniki if in Greece and if you can, spare some time for beach activities too ⛱️☀️

Posted: February 16, 2025Experienced: August, 2024

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Greece, Solo travel

I felt safe, the food was great many to choose from but I loved their pastry the most. and many sightseeing there. The people were somehow friendly but language barrier and their English is not the best.

Posted: February 14, 2025

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Is Greece safe for women?

Safety index

3.8 /5

Based on 106 local experiences

Crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 106 local experiences

Mytilene

Its really cool in general. Really late at night there is a slight possibility of having someome wierd trying to talk to you and make you feel uncomfortable buy rare case. Other than that pretty cool town

Posted: March 29, 2025

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Dido

Thessaloniki

Central Thessaloniki is very safe even after dark and until about 2 am. Stay in bigger and well lit places. Avoid strange men and don’t get in any taxi with a different plates than the one you called. You should be safe that way. I haven’t been in the outskirts but I’ve heard from others that it’s not very safe to walk alone as a woman after 12 am as crime rates tend to be higher. Stay safe!

Posted: March 29, 2025

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