Is Hong Kong SAR safe for solo female travelers?

Hong Kong is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. The city has low crime rates, and respect for personal space is a strong part of the local culture. Public transportation and taxis are reliable and safe. However, it's always advised to stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night, and not to leave your belongings unattended. It's also smart to notify someone of your plans each day, so someone knows where you are.

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How safe is Hong Kong SAR for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.3 /5

based on 11 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Just finished travel from Hong Kong for Sammi Cheng's Concert! First time in Hong Kong Coliseum, the place is stunning and superb visual experience! Enjoy a leisure trip and catch up with HK friends with HK local food..

Posted: July 29, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
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Yael

Yael

China

Solo travel

My experience in Hong Kong was the best I ever had. The people the food the atmosphere everything was at point where I can feel comfortable,safe and happy. My wish is to live this experience once again in mainland china.

Posted: July 17, 2024
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Rotem

Rotem

Israel

Solo travel

I went during the summer when it was soooooo hot. I think if you like trekking winter is better as there are lovely trails here overlooking the sea. Dim sum is so yummy, but in general reataurants are really exoensive, especially in the city center.

Posted: June 27, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Solo travel

Hong Kong is a beautiful place whether you are a nature lover or just looking to explore great museums. Don’t miss out on exploring Lantau island, taking a stroll on Victoria Harbour, dining at great restaurants (Try Ho Lee Fook, Kam Wah cafe and definitely do a street food tour) and top tier bars and so many other things. Felt very safe walking alone at night and even solo hiking The dragon’s back trail and everyone I met was friendly. Another plus is the proximity and good transportation. I visited Macau and Tawai

Posted: January 29, 2024
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I visited Hong Kong alone during a short visit. I had a wonderful time there and encountered no problems. Hong Kong is a very modern metropolis. English was spoken in my hotel, and when I ventured outside, I noted down my destination to give to the taxi driver. So it was a bit odd, but wonderful. I ordered food, etc. according to pictures. A few signs were in English, but most were not. I explored the old part of the city on my own and felt very safe.

Posted: September 29, 2023
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How safe is Hong Kong SAR for women?

Local safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Local crime index

1 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Hong Kong is a very safe region, but just very expensive, You can chose to stay in capsules hostel if you are limited in budget, otherwise can stay in 5star hotel is a very wonderful place to enjoy a luxury lifestyle.

Posted: August 8, 2024
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Hong Kong is a big city that the crime rate is quite low. I feel safe walking alone at night and have no worries about being robbed or attacked on streets as a citizen here. But still have to be aware while you are at some district. Most of the time and places are safe and have no worries.

Posted: July 23, 2024
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There's little violent crime in Hong Kong. Everywhere is mostly safe at night. Hong Kong consistently ranks among the lowest in the world for terrorist incidents and natural disasters (which places it above Japan on the safety scale in our books). If anything were to happen, Hong Kong boasts extremely reliable police and emergency services.

Posted: June 24, 2024
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Sabrina

Sabrina

Hong Kong is a moon the safest places on Earth. You can walk day or night without being harassed by anyone. Theft is punished by a $10,000 HK$ fine and imprisonment. If you lose something on the street you can be sure someone will call out for your attention, signaling the item you dropped.

Posted: June 20, 2024
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It is very safe in Hong Kong. For example, if you put your phone on the table in a restaurant, nobody will take it. Or if you even forget your phone in the restaurant, you may still get it back after many hours.

Posted: June 12, 2024
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