Is Mumbai safe for solo female travelers?

Mumbai, being one of the more cosmopolitan and bustling cities in India, generally has a safer reputation compared to some other regions. It's culturally diverse and locals are often helpful. During daytime, many areas in Mumbai are busy and you might feel comfortable exploring. However, caution should be taken, especially during late hours in isolated areas. Availing well-recognized transport services or taking cabs rather than public transport can further enhance safety. Standard precautions such as avoiding overt display of money or expensive items, being aware of one's surroundings and keeping in touch with someone regularly regarding whereabouts should be followed. As a woman, being responsible for personal safety should remain paramount.

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How safe is Mumbai for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.4 /5

based on 5 experiences from female travelers

Steffi

Steffi

Germany

Solo travel

The southern part of Mumbai is very safe for tourists. Colaba has lots of hotels, cafes and restaurants. Locals are friendly and helpful, but there will also be people asking for money, so it's good to learn how to deal with that. Some men will be overly "helpful", in my experience it's best to be friendly but assertive when you decline their assistance.

Posted: December 9, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Solo travel

In general I find this city very safe. But as a foreigner I get too much attention. Some people are trying to take pictures of me. I don’t have experience with public transport, but Uber is very safe. I personally don’t feel ok with walking alone after 11 pm

Posted: June 4, 2025Experienced: April, 2025
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Nyile

Nyile

India

Solo travel

Safe place Lovely food I live here Great people to socialize with, aunties are usually judgy. Regardless, if u have people u know you'll love the place. Ping me, I would love to hangout.

Posted: May 30, 2025
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How safe is Mumbai for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 79 local experiences

Local crime index

2.2 /5

Based on 79 local experiences

Pretty safe to go out alone but be careful, especially at night and don’t go to isolated areas Since there are street hawkers vendors it adds to the safety of the city at night There are always some people who try to act smart but also a lot of people also come to help if you raise your voice and you’re in trouble

Posted: February 10, 2026
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Shubhs

Shubhs

Generally very safe for women, even during night outs. Autorickshaw drivers are nice. Just beware of scammers coming up to you at tourist spots asking you to purchase stuffs. Also, you could be asked for pictures if you look very different than the locals here. They're not dangerous, they're just amused.

Posted: February 8, 2026
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Pri

Pri

Overall, Mumbai is safe for women but it can get extremely crowded in some areas and it is better to be mindful of your surroundings to protect yourself from petty crimes like theft. The people are very helpful and you will mostly find a genuine and kind helper in case of distress.

Posted: February 2, 2026
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Pari

Pari

Mumbai

Can host for:

3 days

About me

My name is Purry like curry. I’m from India just visiting my best friend in Chicago but she’s isn’t free to travel around with me so I’m going around USA solo, another friend told me about this app! I’m so excited to meet u do cultural exchange! I’m a tattoo artist and a holistic healer specialising in acupressure I’m also an art therapist and I make the musical instrument called the handpan! Looking forward to hearing from you.

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Prakriti

Prakriti

Mumbai

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3 days

About me

I work in the mumbai entertainment industry or Bollywood as a creative director and writer producer while also being an avid traveller and have travelled across the globe extensively, so I realise the importance of meeting locals to guide one through a new city to make the journey easier.

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