based on 76 experiences from female travelers
- I found Budapest to be a very safe city. Even when walking home alone after a night out. - It is also a very easy city to get around in, as puplic transportation is really tourist friendly, buses, metro, trams. - I was traveling on a really low budget so I stayed at the Baroque Hostel where I also worked so I stayed there for free. A very cute place. - Honestly I would recommend just walking around the city without looking at a map because you keep bumping in to these beautiful buildings. - And I recommend the Gellert thermal bath! Especially at sunset time.
Posted: March 20, 2025I stayed in Budapest with a group of friends last summer for the F1 and i highly recommend traveling here. The city is very big and there are a lot of places to visit and a lot of activities to do. Bc there were 4 of us we didn't have any problem woth safety but I don't know how it is if you do solo traveling I heard fron others that it is still vrey safe. The night life is amazing, there are a lot of clubs and bars. And I recommend booking a boat trip bc they are preatty cheap and the experience is very good.
Posted: March 17, 2025Experienced: June, 2024Well, never visit in peak winter time. You won't be able to see anything. It was all foggy. Even the famous tourist attractions were mehh cause the view was blocked by the fog. Plus it's too cold. Always book in advance else it will be very expensive.
Posted: February 11, 2025Experienced: January, 2025Very cute city. It has also very good weather in Summer. There some many things to do there. People are nice, and transport was very good as well. I would alway recomendaciones to go to the balnearies.
Posted: February 1, 2025Experienced: July, 2024Karin
Slovakia
Budapest is very beautiful city with lot of history. We loved the architecture and art. I recommend national gallery. We stayed at Airbnb. I recommend booking very early. Also be aware of your belongings :)
Posted: January 24, 2025Mariam
United States
Budapest is a beautiful city by the Danube river, with buda the old historical, more residential vibe and pest the modern, student, vibrant atmosphere. It is such a cozy city where everything is in walking distance, so just going around on your foot you can see Cathedrals, the Parliament or do a small hike in Buda to see the whole city. I did feel safe walking at night. This city will always have a special place in my heart ♥️
Posted: January 8, 2025Experienced: February, 2023Kristýna
Czech Republic
We visited Budapest together for the second time. We explored the Bastion and other landmarks. We also spent a whole day walking in the park, where we took a hot air balloon ride, admired the sights, and visited the House of Music. Our favorite place is Elizabeth Square.
Posted: January 1, 2025Experienced: July, 2024Antonella
Italy
Budapest is not the usual tourist destination, but it should be. It is a beautiful city that is friendly to tourists and relatively easy to get around. Give yourself a few days to explore and fall in love with the food and the charms of this Eastern European Gem.
Posted: November 13, 2024I’ve been many times to Budapest, both solo and with others. Like most places in Hungary, I feel incredibly safe in their capital city. Transit is easy to navigate and inexpensive. Remember, Hungary does not use the euro. This can be good because typically things are cheap compared to other European countries but you do have to remember to exchange money.
Posted: October 30, 2024Yes I feel really safe in Budapest. Beautiful architecture, good food, and relatively inexpensive compared to other countries in Europe. Id definitely recommend going here, there's so much stuff to see and do, maybe better 3 days to soak it all in!
Posted: September 10, 2024Experienced: July, 2024Based on 170 local experiences
Based on 170 local experiences
Budapest is very safe. I've been living here my whole life and I never had any big confrontation on the streets. Even after dark I feel safe. People usually don't come up to you if you're not like staring at them. And even if they do you can easily just walk away. And there is also a big nightlife int the center just dont go into the 8th districkt thats the only sketchy part. Pickpocets are not very common bc the metros and trams are not that crowded.
Posted: March 25, 2025Alina
so far my experience is really nice. it’s my 7th month studying here and i feel safe unless im outside when it’s already dark. it’s not like i have experienced smth bad here, but it’s bc i am from a country where it can be really dangerous and im too cautious. i don’t go out often tho so maybe that’s why. usually i just go to the university and back home. sometimes i go out with girls but not often and maybe that’s why i feel safe so not sure
Posted: March 23, 2025