Is Malta Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Malta is generally safe for solo female travelers. It's a small nation with a low crime rate. Violent crime is rare and most areas are safe to walk in, even at night. However, as in any country, there can be instances of pickpocketing or similar in high-traffic tourist areas. To ensure your safety, always be aware of your surroundings, keep valuable items out of sight, and stay in populated areas especially if it's late at night. Overall, it's a friendly nation with hospitable people that many solo female travelers enjoy visiting.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 97 experiences from female travelers

4.7 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.2 /5

Based on 35 experiences from local women

Malta is currently ranked #26 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Malta?

Safety at night:Safe

Much like any urban area worldwide, safety can vary from one place to another in Malta. Overall, the island is generally safe, but it's always best for solo female travelers to avoid deserted areas and be mindful of their surroundings after dark. Crime rate is relatively low, but occasional petty theft or pickpocketing can happen, mainly in crowded areas. People are friendly and helpful, and most areas are well-lit and patrolled. However, always trust your gut feeling; if something doesn't seem right, it's best to stay away.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Malta is generally safe and reliable. Bus services cover all main areas of the island, making it convenient for everyday travel. The buses are clean and well-maintained. However, please bear in mind that it can get crowded at times, so always keep an eye on your belongings. It's better to avoid the bus during peak hours if you're carrying large luggage. Taxi services in Malta are also safe, though a little costlier, and services like Bolt and eCabs are available if you prefer a more private ride.

Street harassment:Low

Malta is generally known to be a welcoming and safe country to visit. Street harassment incidents are not pronounced and usually less of a concern for solo female travelers. It's recommended, however, to be mindful and practice common safety measures, particularly during night hours or when in less-crowded areas.

Petty crimes:Low

Malta is generally a safe country with low levels of petty crime. That said, like anywhere else in the world, instances of pickpocketing or bag snatching can happen especially in the major tourist hotspots. It's always wise to keep your belongings secure and be aware of your surroundings, but there is not a significant likelihood of encountering issues in regards to petty crimes.

Is Malta worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 97 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.8/5

Joanna

Germany

Malta, Solo travel

It was amazing. I feel very save, the buses drives everytime and anywere or you User Bolt. Nice citys and you need to go to gozo very nice view. Not much beaches but the beaches that you can finde are good. If you want to know more you can write me for Sure.

Posted: July 27, 2025Experienced: March, 2025

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Malta, Group travel

I was on Malta last year during my english course. I loved that time and I can say that it was THE BEST two weeks in my life. I stayed at the St. Julians in EF residence. I really recommend Blue Lagoon, and Valetta! I felt quite safe but not on the club street, watch out your purse there. Also be careful with people because there are a lot of mens that don’t have boundaries, like everywhere. But overall I really recommend it to you! 🥰

Posted: July 24, 2025

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Lou

France

Malta, Solo travel

My trip to Malta wasn't really a trip, it was an Erasmus that I got for an internship of 6 weeks. But even though it wasn't a trip it was so nice. The people there are very nice, everyone speak English as it's they're second language. The sea is sooo blue, I wasn't able to go in the water at the beach as I hadn't thought of bringing a swimsuit but you really need one. My colleague told me that the weather in Malta is sunny most of the year, and surprisingly the only day that it rained was when I landed there. You can easily visit Malta if you loan a car as it's a very small country, and you can visit the others island by boarding small boats or bigger ones, if you want to go by car. The strawberries !!! A must to buy during march-april. It was so good that I brought 3 packs back home. I mostly was in La Valetta as I was working there at the national library (go visit it's beautiful inside). La Valletta is very beautiful, has many stores that modernizes the city but still looks like an old city. I felt safe there, thought at night I was at a place where there was a lots of noise and a little bit far from la Valletta so I wouldn't recommend. They only have buses. You need to be cautious and read very well or ask where they go or you can easily get lost (even though it's the right number). I recommend going to lot 61 coffee roasters for a nice latte and other drinks, Grano for their sandwiches (the one with chicken and peanut is sooo good), San Paolo for their pizzas, and N Japanese bistrot cause you need to taste their fish, like damn it was so good. So here you go, I hope it helps others and have a nice trip !

Posted: July 23, 2025Experienced: February, 2024

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Anastasia

Italy

Malta, Group travel

It was a trip I’ll never forget. I had just turned 18, and my friends and I decided to go all out and celebrate. We flew to Malta, and honestly, it was love at first sight. The water was unreal – so clear and blue – and the skies were straight out of a postcard.🔥🔥

Posted: July 21, 2025Experienced: January, 2025

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Malta, Solo travel

I recommend visiting Malta at least once in your life. It has excellent attractions and beautiful places to visit. Its capital, Valletta, surprised me daily with its various events. If anyone is interested in flying to Malta, I recommend it. A few tips: Malta's buses tend to be late, so it's best to get somewhere well in advance if you're in a hurry. I also recommend buying a weekly or four-day public transport ticket for 19-25 euros. You'll save a lot if you plan to travel exclusively by bus, where a ticket costs 2.50 euros. I also recommend apps like Tallinja and Whizascoot.

Posted: July 19, 2025

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Malta, Solo travel

The only aspect that is nice of Malta is the sea, but apart from that it is not an island that gives a peaceful experience. The roads are chaotic, many areas become dangerous at night. One time I was in a bus and two guys came in fighting with metal pipes. I think it's a place that is nice to visit once and never again.

Posted: July 16, 2025

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Is Malta safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 35 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 35 local experiences

Melisa

Malta

if you avoid the obvious party location paceville at night and the st. julians bars where everyone is drunk you will be 100% safe. maltese people are actually super friendly and nice to talk to. i never had an issue in my experience so far

Posted: August 8, 2025

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Valletta

Quite safe place to travel. No major crime rate. Did not feel unsafe so far. In general, people don't mess with tourists. Everywhere I went people did not approach me in uncomfortable ways. Advise to visit it.

Posted: July 25, 2025

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