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.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 17 experiences

4.5 /5

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Safety overview

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: 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: 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: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.

Tap water:Very safe

Florence, like most of Europe, has a highly regulated and well-maintained water system. In Florence, the tap water is certainly safe to drink. It is continuously monitored and treated to ensure it complies with strict quality standards, making it safe and clean for consumption. So, any time you're thirsty, feel free to fill up your water bottle from the kitchen sink.

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Travel experiences

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 17 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3/5

Solo travel experience

Overall very safe place for travelers! Almost everyone speaks English so communication has never been an issue throughout the time I’ve spent here!  there’s so many things to do and see here, from the main attractions like the Duomo to the local gelato shops, you could spend weeks just exploring the city and not run out of things to do!

Posted: November 9, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Lily

Lily

United States

Solo travel experience

I am loving Florence. It’s gorgeous and inspiring. I felt safe most of the time. I recommend staying by nice too rusty spots at night. There’s always people in the nice areas so it’s very safe. Don’t wonder to a new place off the main tourist spots as there are dark alleys. I stayed at the Santa Maria Novella which was a great location. Close to everything and really safe. Their atmosphere is elegant and super fun at night.

Posted: November 7, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Aideen

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United Kingdom

Solo travel experience

I liked Florence because it felt like a romantic cinematic city where I could travel in a natural way, just following my heart and being led to wonderful places, old churches full of beautiful art and history, romantic little cafes , and being able to visit the city by walking everywhere. It is like being in a dream.

Posted: September 30, 2023Experienced: July, 2023
Things to do: 4/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 3/5
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I was alone in Florence and did feel safe. I was never out really late but I didn't feel I needed to hurry back before dark. I had an amazing day cooking up in the hills overlooking Florence, and an afternoon pizza and gelato making. It's also definitely worth booking ahead for museums etc. as the lines are long.

Posted: September 19, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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I was just in Florence for a couple of days as a solo traveler. Felt extremely safe, and had no issues doing all the touristy things. I enjoyed museums, food, and shopping. I did a couple of organized tours, and everything went great. Also there is a tram going from the center of Florence right to the airport, so convenient and cheap.

Posted: September 18, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Florence was my favorite big city in Italy. There’s so much to do, great shopping, great nightlife as well as museums. The city is clean and I felt very safe.

Posted: August 1, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Carolina

Carolina

United States

Solo travel experience

Florence is am amazing city, with lots of things to do and lovely people to meet. It’s just great the energy of this city for all the museum and great history but also the streets, cafes and restaurants. I had a great time there and I highly recommend it.

Posted: May 21, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Group travel experience

I would have live this city forever, walk across that river and bridge everyday, and eat cantuccini without any complain. Florence is my long searched home, I felt like that when I first stepped its little streets.

Posted: May 10, 2023Experienced: February, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I’ve traveled around Italy quite a bit, and my absolute favorite place is Florence! so much to see and do, great nightlife, and friendly people.

Posted: February 25, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 5/5
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Group travel experience

When you are in Florence, if you want a beautiful view of the city without the crowds, go to Forte di Belvedere. We did that instead of Piazzale Michelangelo. I think it was around 3 Euros per person, but totally worth it, especially when we looked over and saw the huge crowd at the Piazzale!

Posted: November 8, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Local experiences

Florence is a small but charming city, full of art and culture. You can visit it in 4 days, but there are lots of other places to see nearby! You can cross Tuscany in less than 3 hours and it's full of beautiful nature, good food and culture. There are literally so many good restaurants to try, but I recommend cheap "taverna" or "osteria" outside the city center, they have the real Italian food!!😉 It's not expensive if you avoid "tourists traps", but you have to find an accomodation outside the centre, in "Campi Bisenzio" or "Calenzano" for example. They are well connected, with trains every 30 minutes and you'll be in the city centre in 15 minutes. The car is not essential to visit Florence, even because you can't access the city centre with it and parking is expensive. Busses, trains and tram are functional. But if you want to visit Tuscany you'll need a car, especially for places like Chianti and Maremma or the coast. We are a welcoming country, so don't hesitate to ask for more information!!

Posted: October 7, 2023
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