Is Dublin Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Dublin generally has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, making it relatively safe for solo female travelers. The local people are hospitable and willing to aid tourists. While like any other city, it has areas that are less safe, major tourist spots, accommodation venues, and public transportation are normally safe. Use common sense precautions like not walking alone late at night in unlit or less populated areas. Petty crimes like bag snatching and pickpocketing can occur, especially in crowded tourist spots and on public transportation, so always keep a close watch on your belongings.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on 46 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.9 /5

Based on 45 experiences from local women

Dublin is currently ranked #78 safest place for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Dublin?

Safety at night:Safe

Dublin is generally a safe and welcoming city, also for solo female travelers. While exploring at night, stick to well-lit, populated areas, and avoid quiet, unlit places. Public transportation and taxis services are readily available if you need to travel far or late. Nonetheless, as in any large city, be aware of your surroundings, do not display flashy items, and avoid late-night conflicts or conversations with heavily intoxicated individuals.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Dublin, is generally reliable and safe. The city has a comprehensive network, including buses, trams (Luas), and trains (DART). Both locals and tourists widely use these services. Instances of crime on public transport are relatively low, especially during daytime hours. Drivers and staff are invariably polite and ready to help. Nonetheless, like any urban environment, it's crucial to stay alert and keep an eye on your belongings, especially during rush hours and late at night. Some remote bus stops might be less busy during off-peak times, which could be potentially less comfortable for solo travelers. Despite these minor issues, the majority of solo female travelers find Dublin's public transport safe, efficient, and convenient to use.

Street harassment:Low

Dublin generally presents a safe atmosphere with minor instances of street harassment. Locals are usually cordial and respectful, with a laid-back attitude. However, like any city, there can be occasional unpleasantries especially in late nights or in less frequented areas. It's advisable to stay alert, confident and vigilant in your surroundings. As always, taking normal travel precautions should suffice for a comfortable experience.

Petty crimes:Low

Dublin, like any city, has crime, but it is generally safe especially for solo female travelers. Petty crimes like pickpocketing or purse snatching can occur, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transportation. However, with basic precautions like being aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded places, and keeping your belongings secure, you can minimize the risk of becoming a victim of such crimes.

Is Dublin worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 46 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

julia

Brazil

Couple travel

Dublin was great! Sabrina actually asked me to be her girlfriend in Phoenix Park, so it has a special place in my heart. 💜 We didn’t do much outside the Temple Bar area, we tattooed there so we didn’t explore much more of Dublin. If you go, plan ahead and leave 2 days max for the pubs and Temple Bar, that’s plenty of time to see everything. We found food and drinks very expensive there, and didn’t enjoy much of the nightlife. Also we did see a lot of people begging/high on the streets but we felt very safe the entire time (as brazillians this is not too shocking for us). The metro is really confusing but all of the trains are really new and fast, it’s not the cheapest but it’s worth it.

Posted: June 21, 2025

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Nox

France

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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Romane

France

Solo travel

I felt safe but there are a lot of homeless people. Exept that its a Nice city, not really beautiful but there are a lot to do and people are welcoming. The best thing in Ireland was the landscape, for réal its beautiful !

Posted: April 7, 2025

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Solo travel

Amazing experience ! One of my first Couchsurfing and it was incredible ! We had the chance to be here for the gay parade and it was really wonderful experience ! We had chance to discover different part of the city and enjoy the real Ireland vibe ! From Dublin you can take train 20 min to small village in the cost it’s really amazing I recommend ! We had feeling safe all the trip but was little surprise how it’s work here with nightlife, lot of people drunked , bar and club close early and all the bus and taxi was reserved so if I can suggest to don’t wait for the last minute to go home ;)

Posted: March 8, 2025Experienced: May, 2022

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Manon

France

Solo travel

I loved this experience ! It was the first time for me to go really solo somewhere. I travelled before with school but I always knew someone (teacher ou students). Here I was solo. I took my time, slept in hostel. Everything was perfect. I did everything that I wanted. Very nice

Posted: February 24, 2025

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Solo travel

Amazing holiday, overpriced but still loads of fun activities to get upto, like the Guiness tour. The pubs are amazing but overpriced. I would avoid going to the typical touristy pubs in the winter months as they are packed!!

Posted: November 11, 2024Experienced: November, 2021

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Is Dublin safe for women?

Safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 45 local experiences

Crime index

2.3 /5

Based on 45 local experiences

I’ve only lived in south Dublin, I can say it’s a very peaceful and nice neighborhood, I’ve only ever been not sure abt my safety because I’m a women and I know I’m never 100% safe and have experienced SA somewhere else

Posted: June 24, 2025

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Milou

Overall, I feel Dublin is quite safe. It definitely is a city and crime (like theft) happens. There are also homeless/addicted people, but they don’t bother you. Just be aware of your surroundings and the places you go. I’ve never felt unsafe, and I’ve walked home last at night. Be smart with your belongings. Don’t have valuables in easy to pick pockets of your clothes/bags.

Posted: June 24, 2025

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