Is Athens safe for solo female travelers?

Athens, the capital of Greece, is generally safe for solo female travelers. The city has emergent crime rates that are no higher than an average European city. The public transportation is reliable and it's easy to travel around. Most of the locals are pleasant and helpful. However, like any other city, there are neighborhoods to avoid during night-time, pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur. Therefore, it is advisable to be cautious, especially in crowded places and take the usual precautions that you would in any other city.

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How safe is Athens for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.2 /5

based on 62 experiences from female travelers

İdil

İdil

Denmark

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, 2025
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Solo travel

I feel safe.It was such a good experience for me as it was my first solo travel.I felt so powerful and selfconfidence. I have also enjoyed a lot. It was nice to decide by your oen where to go and see.

Posted: July 16, 2025Experienced: June, 2022
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Patty

Patty

Netherlands

Solo travel

Months ago I travelled solo to Athena in Greece. It was worth it. Food, environment, attraction even people there are really kind. So far it's best city or country I have travelled. Athen stole my heart🥰

Posted: June 25, 2025
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Cora

Cora

Spain

Group travel

Athens is a beautiful place, a must visit in my opinion if you are even slightly interested in Ancient Culture or Western History. The museums are exceptional, I've felt very connected to humanity in this trip. I would recommend to stay in the central neighbourhoods, although they are more expensive and full of tourists, I only felt safe where we stayed because we were a very large group. This city is beautiful and people are amazingly nice, but the truth is that many places are completely abandoned and there is a lot of poverty, even children asking for money.

Posted: May 29, 2025Experienced: November, 2024
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Caroline

Caroline

Denmark

Couple travel

I felt really safe in Athens - no one was harassing or anything but maybe it’s because I was traveling with my partner. The food was amazing and tried so many authentic restaurants like Diporto. And took the boat to Egina and that was really nice too

Posted: May 16, 2025
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How safe is Athens for women?

Local safety index

3.2 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

Local crime index

2.8 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

The city is relatively safe, but it doesn't give you a feeling of well-being. Men constantly stare at you, but they keep their distance and, fortunately, don't talk to you. I talked to other tourists and they said that they don’t feel that safe here compared to other cities in Greece.

Posted: October 15, 2025
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Athens is lively and welcoming, and I feel safe exploring as a solo traveler. Just keep the usual “big city rules” in mind: watch your bag on the metro (pickpockets love busy lines), avoid isolated streets late at night, and grab a taxi if an area feels sketchy. Most neighborhoods are full of people and energy, so it’s easy to enjoy museums, cafés, and walks without worry.

Posted: September 3, 2025
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Athens isn’t known for violent crime, but it does have issues that can make women feel unsafe. Street harassment is fairly common — things like unwanted comments, whistling, or men approaching you — which many women find unpleasant. In certain central neighborhoods such as Omonia, Exarchia, and parts of Metaxourgeio, you’ll also notice open drug use or people dealing drugs, especially late at night. While this rarely targets passers-by directly, it can feel intimidating. Sticking to well-lit, busy streets and avoiding these areas after dark is a good precaution.

Posted: August 24, 2025
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If you travel in known places it's pretty safe. But, if you walk in more empty or sketchy places (and there are a lot of them) then keep an eye out, especially if you are alone. Also, the Greek police probably won't help you so don't rely on them. Stay safe queens 🙏

Posted: August 13, 2025
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Mariana

Mariana

Athens is a fairly safe city during the day, at least in my experience though stares and the occasional catcalling is something to be expected sometimes. Is not a big pick-pockety city (nothing like Barcelona) but I would be careful with my stuff and who I give my phone or camera to for pictures especially around touristic areas. I always drive or take a taxi home when it's after midnight and I have more than 5 minutes to walk to where I want to get. I avoid quiet streets and yeah, I would say I'm worried about harassment in the night.

Posted: July 23, 2025
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