Is Venice Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Venice is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and willing to help tourists. It is easy to navigate through its well-known canals and small streets. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing can be a concern, especially in crowded areas or on public transport, so exercise caution and make sure your belongings are secure. Overall, with proper precautions, your travel can be a safe and memorable experience.

Safety rating

4.3 /5

Based on 44 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.9 /5

Based on 23 experiences from local women

Venice is currently ranked #27 safest place in Italy for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Venice?

Safety at night:Safe

Venice is generally safe even for solo female travelers. Streets can get deserted at night but it's typically a peaceful and quiet city where serious crimes are relatively uncommon. However, like any other tourist attraction, petty crimes such as pickpocketing can occur. Hence, it's advisable to stay alert and cautious especially at night. Well-lit and busy areas are always the most secure to stroll around. Always remember to respect the city rules and cultural norms to ensure a stress-free vacation.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Venice, including the famous Vaporettos (water buses), are generally safe and reliable. The city is heavily frequented by tourists, making it a vibrant location at all hours. However, it's advisable to remain aware of your surroundings, keep your belongings close especially during peak hours as pickpocketing can occur. There's minimal risk traveling at night, as stops are usually in busy areas. Women frequently use public transportation in Venice without any issues.

Street harassment:Low

Venice, is a relatively safe place for solo female travelers. Street harassment is not commonly encountered in this city. However, general caution is advised particularly during late hours and in less crowded areas. Also, it is important to ignore any unwanted attention, avoid eye contact, and walk confidently. Overall, the ambiance is tourist-friendly, and the locals are often respectful.

Petty crimes:Low

Venice is generally a safe destination for solo female travelers. However, there are occurrences of petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching mainly in crowded places and public transport. Always be vigilant and secure your belongings, especially in crowded areas like Piazza San Marco and on water buses.

Is Venice worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 44 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.3/5

Safety

4.3/5

Food

4.1/5

Budget-friendly

2.9/5

Family travel

Venice is safe. We went to sigh seeing in the afternoon. The alleys & buildings were beautiful. It was crowded. Summer rush! We stayed at a random place arranged by Airbnb. We ate mostly Pizzas from random shops. Experimental!

Posted: August 10, 2025Experienced: April, 2024

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Solo travel

I solo travelled to Venice (F28) and it was one of the best weeks of my life! I stayed at Anda Hostel in Mestre which was very clean and had a mini club downstairs, plus it’s only a couple of minutes onto the island from there. The only issue is that it can be a bit noisy sometimes. There are so many beautiful sites to see, boat trips to do and history to take in, everywhere you walk feels like a storybook. (Or that episode of Doctor Who). I was slightly disappointed with the food in Venice but it was alright. Very easy to do day trips to places like Bologna and Florence too.

Posted: July 4, 2025

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Lyona

Netherlands

Family travel

I absolutely loved Venice, it’s like an amazing maze everywhere! I got asked on dates whilest at dinner with my family multiple times, but overall it’s very expensive but I felt save, it’s beautiful and it’s worth going.

Posted: June 2, 2025

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Group travel

Being in a group made me feel more safe and comfortable in a different country. It’s just so much fun to spend time with your friends but not in a basic, every day way. And if u get lost, at least u are together.

Posted: May 12, 2025Experienced: February, 2025

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Couple travel

Felt Safe all around but in some very busy streets there are people to tell you that you should wear your bag in front of you. We did Drive with a Bus After 10pm and we didn’t feel unsafe. But maybe it depends on the Part of Venice were you are.

Posted: May 6, 2025

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Is Venice safe for women?

Safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 23 local experiences

Crime index

1.9 /5

Based on 23 local experiences

nikita

venice is a very safe place, just be aware from pickpockets but over all it’s a nice place to stay to enjoy the Venice architecture and the bacaro tours( it’s a tipical Venetian thing to do, get to one bar to another and get drunk)

Posted: July 25, 2025

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