Is Florence Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Florence is generally safe for solo female travelers. As a city brimming with arts, cultures, and rich history, it generally provides a secure and welcoming environment for hesitant lone travelers. Though, like any other city, it's important to be vigilant and keep personal belongings close, particularly in crowded tourist spots. It is advised to avoid walking alone at night in less crowded and poorly lit areas. Do take standard precautions, but overall, your experience should be relatively trouble-free.

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How safe is Florence?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Florence is generally quite safe for solo female travelers even at night. The city is well-lit and typically bustling with activity till late, which increases the feeling of security. However, as in any city, it's important to stay alert and use common sense. Avoid isolated areas, especially after dark. Stick to well-populated areas and try to avoid walking alone late in the evenings if possible. Don't show off expensive belongings or carry large sums of money. If you keep your wits about you, your experience should be largely safe and positive.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Florence is generally safe, especially during the day. The city's bus system and trams are quite reliable and easy to navigate. However, as with any city, it's essential to be aware of your surroundings, especially at night or in less busy areas. More importantly, beware of pickpockets who are known to target tourists in crowded places such as buses or trams.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Florence, as one of Italy's leading cities renowned for art, culture, and history, generally maintains a safe environment. While a female walking alone might occasionally attract a few lingering looks or comments, largely from men, most Florentines are respectful and non-intrusive. But like in any city, it is important to be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Keep in mind that aggressive street harassment is rare and not a typical and nightly occurrence.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Florence is generally considered a safe city. However, like all tourist hotspots, it is sometimes targeted by petty criminals such as pickpockets, especially in crowded areas like markets or public transport. Always be aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings close to you to minimize the risk.

Is Florence safe to travel?

4.5 /5

Based on 34 experiences

Family travel

I felt generally safe in Florence. The weather was fine in April although it could get rainy all of a sudden. I stayed at a Hostel close to the train station, 10-15 minutes to the main attractions. I loved the gardens, loved the florentine steak and the city vibes.

Posted: August 28, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Solo travel

Nice city, lot of activities to do to discover the culture (muséum, pallazo, garden...(. The food is good if you avoid tourist trap. Super safe during the evening, I walked alone easily. I also recomand to take the train to discover small cities nearb y (Siena, Pisa(

Posted: July 24, 2024
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Solo travel

Solo travelling here was amazing. I stayed at a small hotel next to the train station and met up with Couchsurfing people. A woooonderful group of human beings and we instantly clicked. Florence has a lot to offer, many attractions are free to visit and the food is insanely good, even the vegan options ROCK! I always felt safe and it was very easily accessible by train.

Posted: July 14, 2024
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Melis

Melis

United States

Solo travel

I was in Florence for 3 days, went full solo (didn’t join any walking tours etc..) felt super safe. Also no issues eating by myself, there were many fellow solo female travelers! be sure not to talk to strangers on the main sites though as there are a lot of scammers.

Posted: June 23, 2024
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Group travel

I felt safe in Florence because there are a lot of tourists but because of that you have to be aware that there are a lot of pick pockets, you have to take care of your personal things, if you go out at night be careful and try to stay alert

Posted: May 6, 2024
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Couple travel

We were safe. Expirience Florence by walking at evening, it is totaly different from daylight, verry romantic. Food is meat and stake, no vegan or vegetatian. Darling you are in Florence- steak is our food- that is what they say😂 We spend 2 days in Florence, it was about 100€ for stay at pansion. After we took car and go around Tuscany.

Posted: April 16, 2024
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Couple travel

Wonderful city. Felt safe walking around, evening in the evenings. Plenty to see just by walking around. Lots a pubs and cafe’s where people are friendly and conversations started. Probably my favorite city we visited during our 4 weeks in Italy. I would go back as a solo traveler and feel completely safe and welcome.

Posted: March 30, 2024
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Aslı

Aslı

Italy

Solo travel

It was quite safe to travel in florence. The food was really delicious I wish I can stay more. But I will go that place amd visit again. It is not a cheap city but you can eat a lot top. Boboli garden was such a dream. Everybody should visit

Posted: March 21, 2024
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Solo travel

I felt safe most of the time in Florence! The locals are very friendly and willing to help you! Even if you can’t speak a lot of Italian, English is widely spoken! I really loved the Uffizi gallery, and I recommend getting cumulative tickets for the bargello museums and the Brunelleschi pass for climbing the dome and bell tower! My advice is to avoid the restaurants that advertise in English if you want to find the local places! The food is absolutely amazing and typically the wine is amazing (even the house wine). The city is incredibly walkable, and there is a train station that connects you to many of the main places in Italy! There’s also buses that you can buy cheap tickets for at small stalls around the city!

Posted: February 9, 2024
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Solo travel

I felt very safe walking around Florence, even at night. It was so lovely and not crowded at all. You can walk mostly everywhere you want to get to. So many lovely restaurants and bars as well. S stayed in a 4 star hotel and got a very good deal on booking.com. I arrived by train and left by train as I am travelling on a interail pass.

Posted: January 20, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
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Is Florence safe for women?

Safety rating

3.2 /5

Based on 7 experiences

Crime rates rating

1.5 /5

Based on 7 experiences

I have lived there for three years and I have never had any problems, not even returning alone in the evening, my fears come more from prudence but I have never been threatened. Public transport is very functional and quite quiet, only in the centre is there often the police to keep everything under control.

Posted: September 1, 2024
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Laura

Laura

Very beautiful place. Have lived here for 2 months so far and haven’t had any bad experiences. Public transport is easy and it’s a very walkable city. I definitely would advise to look after your purse or bag though as anywhere in italy is known to have pickpocketers.

Posted: June 17, 2024
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Is Florence safe right now?

Before your visit to Florence, it's essential to check travel advisories for Italy, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The United States Government advises exercising increased caution due to terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 12, 2024
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The Canadian government advises exercising a high degree of caution in Italy due to the threat of terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: August 30, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian Government advises exercising normal safety precautions in Italy. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: April 24, 2024

Is Florence worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 34 experiences

Solo travel

If you love art then this is a must to visit in Italy! I was recommended to buy pizza and bring it to the Piazzale Michelangelo and watch the sunset. Loved the enchanting Boboli Gardens after a long day inside of Uffizi Galleria. <3

Posted: July 31, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 4/5
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Valentine

Valentine

France

Couple travel

I went to Firenze last year and it was so beautiful and a nice city. I would recommend it for sure. You can visit awesome museums although keep In mind that in Italyyou have to pay most of the activities. So it can be a bit expensive.

Posted: July 20, 2024Experienced: September, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Silvia

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Hello, I am silvia 34 years old, i live in florence I am nice girl, i want to discover the World i really love to travel and meet New people and culture. I like tò meet new local people and Discover néw places. I really love to travel alone and with other people

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