Is Italy Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Italy is generally a safe destination for solo female travelers. It offers a rich cultural experience with friendly locals and has a low crime rate against tourists. However, minor precautions should be taken as petty crimes like pickpocketing and bag snatching can occur in crowded areas. Night travel in certain cities may warrant more caution. Women should dress modestly to respect local cultural norms, especially in religious sites. While locals often speak English, knowing some basic Italian language could prove helpful.

Safety rating

4.3 /5

Based on 571 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.9 /5

Based on 841 experiences from local women

Italy is currently ranked #64 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Italy?

Safety at night:Safe

Italy is generally quite safe for travelers, including solo female travelers. Although the crime rates are low, be sure to take the usual precautions. Stick to well-lit, populated areas when walking alone at night especially in larger cities such as Rome or Milan. There might be pickpockets and other petty crimes, but violent crime is extremely rare. Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid deserted areas or neighborhoods reputed to be unsafe.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Italy is generally very reliable and safe. Buses, trains, metros, trams, and ferries are widely used by locals and tourists alike. Pickpocketing could be a concern, particularly in crowded buses or trains in major cities and popular tourist locations. It's advisable to stay aware of your belongings at all times. Nonetheless, instances of violent crime are rare.

Street harassment:Moderate

In Italy, especially in bigger cities like Rome or Milan, you might experience some level of street harassment ranging from unwanted verbal attention to occasional cat-calling. However, most locals are respectful and if you express discomfort or ignore it, they usually back off. While this might be uncomfortable, it often doesn't go beyond a mere annoyance in most cases.

Petty crimes:Moderate

Italy, like most places, does experience petty crimes. Travelers should be aware of pickpocketing incidents, primarily in crowded city centres and public transportation. Crimes such as bag snatching and cell phone theft can occur. However, with vigilance, precautions, and awareness of your surroundings, your trip to Italy can still be very safe and enjoyable.

Is Italy worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 571 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.3/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5

Ludivine

France

Italy, Solo travel

I felt safe in Milan and Rome, but less so in Naples at night. Great hostel, delicious food, and fantastic museums. The churches are impressive. The city passes are inexpensive. I was there for 10 days alone. I traveled by bus from Lyon.

Posted: September 4, 2025Experienced: July, 2024

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Dolomites, Group travel

The Dolomites were just amazing. We stayed in Cortina and did tracking from there. It was an amazing experience, the weather was nice, views were amazin. June was ideal for that trip. If you think to do or no for sure you should do

Posted: August 30, 2025Experienced: May, 2025

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Vera

France

Italy, Family travel

I felt safe, some men catcalled. But I didn’t feel unsafe. I went to the coast of Italy, Santa Margherita. I’ve been going there since a child with my family. People are very nice and the food is excellent.

Posted: August 26, 2025

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Naples, Solo travel

Great food, be careful to do your research though and not go to the first place you see! As the main tourist places are expensive and not as good 👍 Lots of fun stalls on the street and chapels etc. The best things are eating, shopping and sightseeing. Deffo go to Pompeii if you can!!

Posted: August 25, 2025

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wong

Hong Kong S.A.R.

Florence, Family travel

I feel so safe in Florence and the people here are the most helpful. I had difficulties getting into my bnb, and the locals helped me to contact the bnb owner. It is also a a great city to visit as the attractions are really near to each other, and so far I didn’t come across any pick-pockets.

Posted: August 23, 2025

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Is Italy safe for women?

Safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 841 local experiences

Crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 841 local experiences

Viola

Agrigento

Agrigento is pretty safe, you may experience some catcalling or unwanted comments though. I would say your safety isn't at risk and I've never heard of anyone being pickpocketed or anything more than that.

Posted: September 12, 2025

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