Is Milan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Milan is generally safe for solo female travelers. It's a bustling, cosmopolitan city with an efficient public transportation system. Street crime such as pickpocketing can occur, particularly in tourist-heavy locations or on public transportation, but violent crime is relatively rare. As a female traveler, it's advisable to take standard precautions such as avoiding walking alone late at night in less crowded areas, and being aware of your surroundings at all times.

Safety rating

4 /5

Based on 60 experiences from female travelers

4.2 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.1 /5

Based on 88 experiences from local women

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How safe is Milan?

Safety at night:Safe

Milan, being one of the global capitals of fashion and design, is generally safe at night, even for solo female travelers. The city is bustling and vibrant at all hours, with well-lit streets and many people around, even relatively late. Important areas like the city center and shopping districts are quite populated and patrolled by police. However, as with any place, some neighborhoods may be less safe than others and it's always important to remain vigilant, especially when walking alone. Public transportation typically runs late in the night and taxis are readily available.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Milan, is generally highly reliable and safe. Buses, trams, and Metropolitana (subway) are mainly operated by Azienda Trasporti Milanesi and they tend to be punctual and well-maintained. There might occasionally be pickpockets in crowded places, but by being cautious with your belongings, you can mitigate this risk. Trams and buses often have special spots reserved for women at night for added safety. The city's commitment to safety and convenience make traveling by public transport in Milan a very viable option.

Street harassment:Low

During your solo travel in Milan, you may experience an occasional catcalling or staring in some specific areas, but it is not prevalent throughout the city. Local people are generally respectful and maintain a decent behavior towards solo women travelers. Be aware that it can happen but it's not a constant issue.

Petty crimes:Moderate

While Milan is generally safe, petty crimes such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, and scams can occasionally occur, especially in crowded places such as public transportation and tourist sites. However, these crimes can be minimized by maintaining constant vigilance over personal belongings, avoiding ostentatious display of valuables, and practicing awareness of your surroundings.

Is Milan worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 60 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4/5

Safety

4/5

Food

4.4/5

Budget-friendly

3.2/5

Solo travel

Sightseeing in Milan is nice. Duomo is a must visit. Main attractions are very close to each other, so it’s possible to walk between them. It was easy to get around using the metro line. I did not feel completely safe during my solo trip. I was catcalled and received racist comments while sightseeing in a park.

Posted: June 7, 2025

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Solo travel

I felt very safe in Milano. It's super crowded and if you're claustrophobic you should probably go to Milano on quieter days, but otherwise Milano is super safe. There are police and security everywhere, you can stay out late at night as a solo female traveler and nothing will happen. Of course there are always some idiots who cause a bit of trouble, but you can find them in every city. So yes, I felt really safe in Milano. And if you're there, don't book everything in advance, sometimes it's cheaper on the spot than online

Posted: June 1, 2025Experienced: April, 2025

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Group travel

we were 5 girls staying in the outskirts of milan. we did not feel safe at all. we always got catcalled anywhere we went, even on public transportation. we were even followed home one time. i wouldn’t recommend going alone. please be safe

Posted: May 30, 2025

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Cha

Luxembourg

Solo travel

The food was amazing, with a really cheap vegetarian Michelin restaurant and obviously scrumptious Italian food. The vibes were great, people were kind-However men were scary, I had a lot more dangerous situations than I've had my whole life in my country of origin. The culture (sightseeing and museums) was breathtaking however. Very tight budget wasn't exceeded- Overall I would do it again; I just wish men didn't exist sometimes lol

Posted: May 27, 2025Experienced: July, 2024

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Group travel

My experience in Milan: I felt safe but u need to be careful (pickpockets around ) Food was great the best was in restaurant osteria and old wild west Accommodation was expensive but worth it cuz was in a beautiful and safe place near to the duomo

Posted: May 19, 2025

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Ayda

Spain

Solo travel

I hiked around Como and I was daydreaming all day of being different people in different situations in such a beautiful place.. :) It was right after Marina's Cuntissimo's release and the weather was really foggy it was a dream..

Posted: May 12, 2025

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Is Milan safe for women?

Safety index

3.1 /5

Based on 88 local experiences

Crime index

3 /5

Based on 88 local experiences

It's not easy to feel safe while walking alone in the city, especially at night and especially if you're a young girl. There are many things to worry about, also there's a high risk to be robbed, especially in the metro stations.

Posted: June 12, 2025

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Morgane

Based on the area you're in you surely feel safer or unsafe, but overall almost everywhere you get to experience catcalls, people being physical without much consent and pickpockets daily (the last one especially on public transport)

Posted: June 9, 2025

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