Is Florence Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Group travel

I fell in love with this city. I think it was a safe and touristy city. I'd say the prices were average but the famous museum entrances were a bit expensive. The food and wine were amazing. But overall I'd love to go back there 🫠

Family travel

What an amazing city!!! From beautiful sights, people, culture, foods, and overall outstanding hospitality- I loved this city! I heard before traveling, to make sure I watched my belongings & be aware, which I did, but I never felt unsafe- even at night. I would absolutely go back!

Solo travel

Where to begin! This was my favorite trip I've taken, Florence exceeded my expectations so much! As an art lover, exploring the museums and history was so invigorating, I had an amazing time hopping around the churches, palaces, museums, and squares. The city was safe and so clean and the food was delicious!! It honestly wasn't too expensive, cappuccinos were usually 1.50€ and far better than the coffee you get anywhere else and my meals were usually less than 10€! I did mostly eat takeaway paninis (All'Antico Vinao is worth the wait!) And lots of gelato😋 I took a few day trips to Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, and Lucca and all were so beautiful and unique experiences! Getting to see a bit of the Chianti region and countryside was so lovely, and I especially enjoyed San Gimignano I would highly recommend! I felt safe everywhere, the only place I was on guard was around the Santa Maria Novella Train station as it was quite hectic but I never felt truly unsafe. My hostel (yellowsquare) was about 25 minutes out of the city and I never had any issues walking alone to/from there, even though some more isolated areas. If you enjoy medieval history, folk and fiber arts I'd highly recommend Palazzo Davanzati, it was my favorite museum of the trip and so underrated! I also bought the Firenzecard for all the museums and it made it so much more affordable to visit everything and the process of getting inside super smooth! I was able to reserve spots for the Uffizi and Accademia for free and skip the queues😊 I'd be happy to recommend restuarants (mainly gelato and coffee) and things to do, I packed a lot in but had the best time!

Solo travel

Florence was very enjoyable. There is lots to see and do, so I recommend spending a few days there if you want to really experience it. Be prepared to climb a fair amount of stairs, but the view from up top is well worth it!

Group travel

I fell in love with Florence. I felt really safe. Florence at night is full of young people and students. One of the cheapest bars is “the box”, you can grab a drink there with 3-5 euros. We enjoyed our time there. In Florence we ate amazing food at “la fettunta”. I think it’s the best food I’ve ever eaten in my entire life. I still remember it. For breakfast we chose to grab something from the “vecchio forno” and not to sit somewhere. I totally recommend eating the “lingue della suocera”. The most expensive attraction was entering the cathedral dome, but it was so worth the view. I recommend booking one of the latest groups to admire the view and a perfect sunset. If you are a European citizen between 18-25 y.o. you can enter the most museums with 2€.

Solo travel

Florence is a stunning city filled with history, art, and charm. As a solo female traveler, I felt completely safe walking around, enjoying museums, local food, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere everywhere.

I felt mostly safe this trip! I had experienced some sexual harassment (verbal only) on past trips to Italy while walking around so I was weary about travelling solo in Italy but it was fine! I got called out to by a few men but I think they were trying to sell me stuff so i just disregarded them. On my train to the airport a man did sit across from me and we spoke to each other in broken French and he was apparently trying to hook up with me which was not a fun experience but I didnt feel unsafe, just uncomfy. Since Florence is so touristy I think the risk of being assaulted or harassed on the streets is really low. I didnt go clubbing or to bars so I can't review those, but the walking I did in the evenings was for the most part fine I wouldn't be worried as long as you are aware of your surroundings:)

I’m using every day subway: subway, using so safety and cheapest. Santa Maria Novella station near the menu famous place if you want shopping or if you want walking famous place all is so near. Local food restaurant is cheapest all the best museum are there.