Is Italy Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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How safe is Italy?
Safety at night:Safe
Public transportation:Safe
Street harassment:Moderate
Petty crimes:Moderate
Is Italy worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 464 experiences from female travelers
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Budget-friendly
Elena
Armenia
Italy, Family travel
I’ve traveled to Italy several times across various cities. Needless to say the food there is absolutely delicious, especially in Venice. The city is by far my favorite in Italy - not only because of the food but also feelings of safety, respectful locals and breathtaking views. Speaking of the latter, I enjoyed the amazing natural scenery in Lake Como. I also enjoyed Rome, Naples and Tuscany. I didn’t enjoy Milan and Florence as much because of the very dynamic nature of both cities. This is however a personal preference and experiences can vary for each individual. In terms of safety, both didn’t feel as safe as all the previously mentioned ones. Overall, Italy is a must for every travel girly.
Posted: April 13, 2025
Susanne
Germany
Tuscany, Group travel
I went to Italy with a few friends when we did a travel programm for students. We visited Florence, Pisa, Porto Venere and Lucca. It was an amazing time there, the food was great and even in October it was still warm enough to dip your feet into the water. I would recommend always watching your bag tho near tourist attractions.
Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: September, 2024Naples, Group travel
We went to Naples with my friends from high school, a group of 6 girls. We had an awesome time, everybody kept saying to us not to rent close to the train station but after all there was the cheapest option and the one we could afford. We only stayed for 3-4 days so I don't have Many reccomendations but we had discovered a bar near our place that we spend every night, the people were warm and even if we didn't spoke the language somehow we were able to communicate 💜 I would totally recommend ☺️
Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: March, 2023Rome, Group travel
We were a group of 6 girls. Rome is a city like an open Museum, we were wondering all day, visiting museums and entering churches. It was a beautiful experience, a lot of walking but totally worth it. We were there only for 4 days so we didn't have the chance to see everything but we saw a lot of things. It has night life and everyone was super fun and friendly. We were staying outside of the city to a camping because we didn't found anything affordable close so it was a little bit difficult in that way but all in all we had a perfect time 💜 totally recommend ☺️
Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: March, 2023Italy, Couple travel
Italy its a beautiful place. I visited only Rome this time. It felt pretty safe but please keep on mind that I was with my boyfriend. The city has beautiful buildings and attractions but from the other side there are many homeless people that the country does not take care of them. I visited on the 25th of December when most of the streets were empty making my experience better.
Posted: April 11, 2025
Rita
Portugal
Florence, Group travel
I went on a school trip some years ago, so it was a very large group and we always felt safe. Overall, it was easy to get around and we usually used public transport to move or we would just walk most places. Only warning isn't safety related, it's just that in Florence the bread isn't salted so that might be a surprise when you bite into it
Posted: April 8, 2025
Belle
Hungary
Italy, Solo travel
I was in Trieste, my favorite city in the world. It was my third time visiting and I never regret going there. It's just such a magical place, with amazing people. I recommend it to anyone who wants to feel themselves in a fairy tale<3
Posted: April 7, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
Evelina
Russia
Cinque Terre, Family travel
Cinque Terre is a national park in northern Italy, which unites five villages with colored houses on the rocks. We spent two days here and visited four towns. In general, this is enough time to take a leisurely walk and explore everything. We traveled by car and traveled from village to village along the highways that run through the mountains and offer stunning views of the vineyards – Cinque Terre is a famous wine region. At least three of the five villages are pedestrian zones, so the car had to be parked and walked from there to the town, which is from 500 m to 1 km. There are also trains running between the villages, which picturesquely dive into tunnels in the rocks. As it turned out, February is a great time to visit the Cinque Terre, as there are quite a few tourists and you can almost always take beautiful photos without people, while the temperature is very comfortable - + 14 degrees. In winter, the weather in this mountainous region is quite changeable, so raincoats were very useful when it was raining periodically. Cinque Terre Park is famous for its hiking trails - you can walk from village to village. Although the distances are short, the paths are very steep and involve constant descents and ascents, so set aside time and wear comfortable shoes. We visited Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore, skipping Corniglia, considering it the least picturesque. Most likely, it is the types of Manarola that you have repeatedly seen on the Internet. However, Vernazza and Riomaggiore are also highly recommended. highways that run through the mountains and offer stunning views of the vineyards - the Cinque Terre is a famous wine region. At least three of the five villages are pedestrian zones, so the car had to be parked and walked from there to the town, which is from 500 m to 1 km. There are also trains running between the villages, which picturesquely dive into tunnels in the rocks. As it turned out, February is a great time to visit the Cinque Terre, as there are quite a few tourists and you can almost always take beautiful photos without people, while the temperature is very comfortable - + 14 degrees. In winter, the weather in this mountainous region is quite changeable, so our raincoats were very useful when it was raining periodically. Cinque Terre Park is famous for its hiking trails - you can walk from village to village. Although the distances are short, the paths are very steep and involve constant descents and ascents, so set aside time and wear comfortable shoes. We looked at Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore, skipping Corniglia, considering it the least picturesque. Most likely, it is the types of Manarola that you have repeatedly seen on the Internet. However, Vernazza and Riomaggiore are also highly recommended.
Posted: April 6, 2025
Szonja
Hungary
Ischia, Couple travel
Ischia is a hidden gem in Southern Italy. The weather is great and it's a good location for a beachside holiday. There is also thermal water. It is mostly visited by locals so it is very safe and not crowded. The Botanic gardens are an absolute must, feels like a little jungle. Can't wait to return.
Posted: April 4, 2025
Noah
South Korea
Venice, Group travel
I visited Venice recently and, as expected, it was absolutely beautiful. The canals, narrow streets, and historic buildings made it feel like I was walking through a movie set. The city is very walkable — I barely used any public transportation. Most places are easy to reach on foot, and wandering around is half the fun. It’s easy to get lost, but that’s part of the charm. Tourist spots can get crowded, especially around San Marco, but it wasn’t overwhelming. As for safety, I felt generally fine walking around during the day and early evening. One thing to note: food can be hit or miss depending on where you go. Some restaurants cater mainly to tourists, so I recommend checking reviews or going slightly off the main path if you want something more authentic. Overall, Venice was a unique and beautiful experience — definitely worth visiting at least once.
Posted: April 2, 2025Is Italy safe for women?
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Chiara
Lecco
Its absolutely safe during the day for women, id say after dark its best not to walk alone in certain parts of the town but in the center you'll feel pretty safe. Only thing, after a certain hours you may encounter some drunk people since its an area with many bars but whenever it has happened to me i just walked away avoiding them and they didnt bother me.
Posted: April 15, 2025
Marta
Bologna
It’s a city full of students, but also a lot of clochard and people trying to sell you drugs. Piazza Verdi and piazza Scaravilli are hot spots where when walking at night you better keep eyes open and don’t stop. Overall it’s pretty safe, I’ve lived there for seven years and nothing happened to me
Posted: April 15, 2025Meet locals in Italy
Anna
About Me
I’m Anna, I was born in Milan (Italy) and lived here all my life. I was born in 2006 and in September 2025 I will be starting university in Utrecht (Netherlands). I love animals (I have 2 cats) and nature, I always enjoy netting new people and listen to their stories. The things I most enjoy talking about are literature and current events of the world, but really I can be interested in any deep conversation about any topic! I have also travelled all around the world on a sailing boat with my family, therefore I’be always felt really close to the sea, however, in recent years I’ve become even more fond of the mountains.
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Leila
About Me
I’m Leila, I’m 18 and I’m currently studying in a foundation course at a university in Italy, originally I’m from Kazakhstan. I absolutely love traveling, especially with my girlfriends! Discovering new places, cultures, languages and traditions truly excites me. I’m fascinated by architecture and history. I have a deep appreciation for live music, cinema, fashion, art, delicious food and nature. I’m always up for going out, partying, exploring interesting spots and spending quality time in great company and a vibrant atmosphere :)
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Veronica
Turin
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi, I'm Vevve! I'm a 23yo open-minded girl from Italy (Piemonte) and a nerd who likes anime and all sort of fandom stuff (books, TV series, animated shows, ao3 fanfictions, and so on). I love writing, growing plants, taking care of animals, staying at home to draw and getting lost in my own world, travelling, learning languages and eat sweet things! I would love to make safe friends and hopefully travel the world through mutual exchanges!
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Marta
Bologna
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi! I'm Marta and I'm 21 yo. I love travelling and making new friends. I'll always be down to show you around the city I study in, Bologna. I live here with 3 other male students (they're adorable don't worry) in a double room, it's not a luxury hotel I'll admit but the room is big and there is place for anyone who needs a place to sleep for one night or some more :). I'm actually from Rome so if you need advices I can give you some, if you catch me there i'll be happy to give you a tour. ☀️💕
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Upcoming visitors to Italy
Abi
About Me
Hi, I’m Abi, I have two daughters and I am a solo mum. I work in jewellery manufacturing but in my free time I like to practice aerial hoop and gymnastics for fun. When I am in my short bursts without the children I am interested in solo travel to explore the world just one day at a time. I have been learning Italian and once I’ve conquered that I hope to learn more languages!
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Silan
About Me
Hello! I’m Şilan, an artist and traveler living in Bologna. I love painting, tattooing, teaching art, and exploring new places. Meeting people from different backgrounds and sharing stories inspires me.
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