Is Antigua Guatemala Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Antigua Guatemala is generally safe for female travelers. The city is known for its friendly locals and vibrant culture, and the crime rate is relatively low. Women should take the same precautions as they would in any other city, such as avoiding walking alone at night and keeping valuables out of sight. Additionally, it is recommended to dress modestly and be aware of your surroundings. With these precautions in mind, female travelers should have a safe and enjoyable experience in Antigua Guatemala.

Experiences from Antigua Guatemala

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 6 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

5/5

Safety

5/5

Food

5/5

Budget-friendly

5/5

Solo travel experience

Antigua is amazing. I’m a solo female traveler so I don’t really go out at night in foreign countries but I did there. I felt 100% completely safe.

Posted: September 3, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Antigua Guatemala is beautiful, perfect for walking, has several great spots for photography, and features some lovely ruins. The cuisine is diverse, and if you're looking for nightlife, it has that too.

Posted: September 3, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I highly recommend Antigua Guatemala for solo travelers and digital nomads. The sights are beautiful, there’s so much to do, lots of great food, the internet connection is reliable and the town felt very safe (even walking at night).

Posted: August 15, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I felt very safe in Antigua and loved the cafes and restaurants in that city. People were very friendly and made friends with the people in my Airbnb.

Posted: April 30, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I love Antigua. I’ve been there a few times to study Spanish. It’s a vibrant town. People are friendly and it’s a great base for tours to other parts of the country.

Posted: April 23, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I was just in Antigua and the Lake area for a few weeks in June. Antigua is amazing. I did a wonderful food tour which i highly recommend its called Taste Antigua. There is a free walking tour as well that took me all around the town. Lots of Volcano hikes. Guatemala city can be a little dangerous depending on the area you stay in. I didn't spend any time there as I heard there wasn't much to do. Antigua is super safe. Locals are very friendly.

Posted: May 26, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Jael

Jael

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About Me

Hi!, My name is Jael and I'm interested in backpacking, solo travel, hiking, health, food & cuisine, art and culture

Countries I’ve Visited

🇪🇸 Spain, 🇵🇹 Portugal

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Estefania

Estefania

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About Me

I’m Estefania from Argentina. I’m traveling and I going to Spain on May. I love know new people and practice english. I’m really really love beaches and nature.

Countries I’ve Visited

🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇨🇱 Chile, 🇬🇹 Guatemala, 🇲🇽 Mexico

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Mafer

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About Me

Hey, I'm Mafer and I'm interested in art, solo travel, swimming and culture

Countries I’ve Visited

🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇹 Guatemala, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇻🇦 Vatican City, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇧🇪 Belgium

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