Is Ireland Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Ireland is generally very safe for solo female travelers. The locals are hospitable and welcoming. Low crime rates and high police visibility reinforce the sense of security. However, normal precautions, like avoiding solitary walks late at night in secluded areas and making sure you stay in endorsed accommodation, should be applied as in any travel situations.

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How safe is Ireland?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Overall, Ireland is considered a safe destination, including during night hours. As a solo female traveller, you may feel safe and secure walking alone at night in most parts of Ireland. However, it's worth being cautious, especially in less populated areas or unfamiliar parts of towns and cities. Instances of crime are generally low, but being aware of your surroundings and avoiding dark, secluded areas is advised as it is for any location worldwide.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Ireland is generally safe, including buses, trams, and trains. Daytime travel is absolutely safe, and even night services are quite reliable. However, like anywhere, maintain a level of vigilance, especially during late-night hours. Overall, reliability, safety measures, and the respect locals have for public transit make it a convenient means of travel.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Ireland, in general, is a friendly and welcoming country to solo female travelers. While certain instances of harassment are not unheard of, they are relatively quite rare and are not majorly a part of the Irish culture. Yet, always be mindful of your surroundings, and if uncomfortable situations arise, do not hesitate to ask for help from local residents or authorities.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

In Ireland, petty crimes such as pickpocketing or bag snatching are not widespread but do occur, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transport. However, with basic precautions and vigilance about your surroundings, these risks can be minimized. Always keep your belongings secure and avoid displaying valuable items openly. Despite this, the overall criminal activity level is relatively low compared to other European destinations.

Is Ireland worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 100 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.7/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.6/5
Nox

Nox

France

Dublin, Group travel

I felt fairly safe in Dublin especially with a groupe but I wouldn't recommend going too far north. Otherwise there are cops around town who are there to help. The city is very expensive especially accommodation wise. The food is fine, maybe not very local but it's good

Posted: May 7, 2025Experienced: November, 2024
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Ireland, Solo travel

I travelled through Ireland for almost 2 months and I loved my time there! Irish people are so warm and welcoming and I got to speak to so many travellers as well as natives. I went to Galway and Cork (concerning the bigger towns) and it was lovely. If you’re in Galway or travelling around there, I’d definitely recommend the cliffs of Moher. It was so so pretty

Posted: April 13, 2025
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Anna

Anna

Russia

Cork, Group travel

I can recommend going out of the city to the countryside-Fota Island, great place to feel united with nature, hike in the woods, and see the giant wildlife zoo, where you can see kangaroos jumping around the woods! I was fascinated with the giant trees and garden with rare trees, which are all very old, and looking like from fairytale! Also you will be very safe in the countryside even hiking alone in the woods. Cork itself is pretty safe too in the centre, but not so much in the periphery, we went 10 minutes walking from city centre towards the periphery and there were no shops, no people, only one very wreaky pub and an a drunkard who followed us for several minutes telling us something incoherent.

Posted: April 11, 2025
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Anna

Anna

Russia

Cobh, Group travel

The Cobh is worth visiting for the Titanic museum, that is small but very interesting place, that I totally recommend. Pubs are maybe 10% cheaper there than the rest of Cork area. The Titanic museum works in seances (each 30 or 60 min new group), so if you have to wait to your seance, there’s a cozy pub near across the road.

Posted: April 11, 2025
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Laura

Laura

Italy

Ireland, Group travel

I visited Ireland with 10 female friends. We felt extraordinarily safe. Irish people are so heart-warming and welcoming. We asked some Irish families the permission to put our tents in their gardens, they always hosted us with great pleasure.

Posted: April 8, 2025Experienced: July, 2024
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Is Ireland safe for women?

Safety index

4 /5

Based on 80 local experiences

Crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 80 local experiences

Carolyn

Carolyn

Dublin

I have been living 3 and a half years here and for me it is a pretty save city. I haven’t had any kind of problems till now and I always feel save even walking during night. Public transportation is not the best regarding punctuality but if you are staying close to the city center it is really easy to walk around.

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Meet locals in Ireland

Carolyn

Carolyn

About Me

Peruvian girl living in Ireland. I love to travel and learn about new cultures. Like languages exchange (currently trying to learn French) Enjoy go for walks, hiking, try new sports or just do chill stuff 😁

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Kayla

Kayla

About Me

Hi, my name is Kayla. I'm an aspiring Graphic Designer, Pastry Chef and Painter. I currently live in Ireland. I am obsessed with traveling, meeting new people and trying out new things! ✨🫧🌷

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Stay with locals in Ireland

Jeniffer

Jeniffer

Dublin

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey there! I’m Jeniffer, 24 years old, I'm from Brazil!! Right now I’m on a 6 month exchange program. I’m here to meet new people and make some great memories. I’m a chocolate bar enthusiast and love strolling around to discover new spots. I also have a thing for collecting mini shot glasses and exploring unique perfumes. Let’s hang out!

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Srishti

Srishti

Dublin

Can host for:

3 days

About me

International student, trying to not rot in bed mostly and actually explore!! Up for anything;)

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Upcoming visitors to Ireland

Julie

Julie

About Me

Hey everyone ! My name is Julie. I'm a student of archaeology, a few months away from graduating. I'm excited to meet new people during my travels, but also in my hometown, Rennes !

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Charlotte

Charlotte

About Me

I love going on adventures, I wanna do everything, front night life to sightseeing, count me in

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Safety in Ireland