Is Tehran safe for solo female travelers?

Tehran is comparatively safer than various global cities. As a woman, it's essential to adhere to local dress codes, it's legally required to wear a headscarf and modest clothing. Public transport is distant gender-segregated. Nonetheless, local ladies are often helpful to foreign women travelers. Walking around alone at night is generally safe, but as in any other city, it's advisable to take precautions and avoid deserted areas.

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How safe is Tehran for solo female travelers?

How safe is Tehran for women?

Local safety index

3.1 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

Local crime index

2.5 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

Marjan

Marjan

Due to recent situation due to sanction, the inflation has raised to its high level, so the rate of being robbed has decreased. So, it is better to be more careful with having cash with u and also about ur belongings

Posted: October 5, 2025
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Well, being a woman in Iran isnt easy, we kinfa got used to it and can manage it to a decent level but someone from a different culture and country can experience some hard times in here, over all tehran is OK I think? Specially if the traveller has some safe locals around

Posted: August 18, 2025
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Mel

Mel

It really depends on the part 9f the city you're living in It's really safe in upper parts like niavaran, velenjak, shemiranat, pasdaran And as you go down safety decreases Phone robbing is also very common as you have to be careful holding your phone when walking around

Posted: August 15, 2025
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Safety in Iran

Hospitality Exchange in Tehran

Janan

Janan

Tehran

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm a personal trainer from Iran,Tehran. Love to travel and connect with new people. I live in Tehran but I've traveled around Iran a lot and have friends all around the country who are welcoming to new people, so if you have plans for visiting Iran I'll be glad to have a chat.🪷 PS: Iran has a very diverse nature and culture, So according to your preferences I can lead you towards the right cities to visit.☀️

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LadyDony

LadyDony

Tehran

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I’m a pharmacist living in the heart of Tehran and I know beautiful places here to show you and I can company you for sightseeing in other cities of iran too. I will be glad to teach you anything about my country. I will host you by conditions if you want to stay in my place. Hope to see you soon in Tehran 🥰🤩

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Expats in Tehran

Mary

Mary

Tehran

About me

Hi! My name's Mary and I'm looking forward to making good friends on this platform. I'm currently studying computer science and I teach English on the side. I would love to be your local guide if you're visiting Tehran and I could drive you around if our schedules match as well. Happy surfing!

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ghazal

ghazal

Tehran

About me

I’m Ghazal and from Iran, I’m currently living in Tehran and a student in physics major. I love to help others for their travel to Iran and make international friends.

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