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.

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How safe is Malta for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.6 /5

based on 100 experiences from female travelers

Sofia

Sofia

Greece

Malta, Solo travel

Malta felt extremely safe, although it is a country built for tourists. Despite this it was nice walking around Valetta, which is a UNESCO world heritage site. Visiting the prehistoric temples around the islands was also very interesting. I would skip the blue lagoon and go hiking in other beaches which are less touristy. There is a local hiking group which organises hiking trips every Sunday at a low price

Posted: November 11, 2025Experienced: August, 2025
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Wissal

Wissal

Algeria

Malta, Solo travel

Malta in October was perfect. The whether was breezy Mediterranean. Not too touristy. Perfect for a day cruise to Gozo and Comino from the main island. Medina and Rabat are a must day trip. You should plan to stay at Sliema or Valetta. Avoid staying at St. Julian (party neighborhood) if you’re looking for calm nights lol.

Posted: November 5, 2025
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Malta, Solo travel

Malta was amazing, i traveled alone back in february and i wasn’t scared or anything, is a safe country and very small and it’s wonderfull, things wasn’t expensive in comparative to another places i recomend it!!

Posted: August 14, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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How safe is Malta for women?

Local safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 37 local experiences

Local crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 37 local experiences

Malta

I visit in February and felt very safe for my first solo trip, I stayed in St. Paul’s Bay but traveled around the island and Gozo and felt fine no matter where I went on the island. The locals were welcoming and friendly and helpful.

Posted: October 19, 2025
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Nathalia

Nathalia

Birkirkara

Birkirkara is a nice town in Malta, mainly residential, so it’s really calm. Have good transportation to Valleta and it’s well connected to other cities. St. Helen church is a nice place to see around here

Posted: September 3, 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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Safety in Malta

Hospitality Exchange in Malta

Denise

Denise

Qala

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, I’m Denise, 33, originally from Germany and currently living in Malta even though I moved here without ever having visited. Spoiler: best decision ever. I joined this app because I love connecting with people, hearing their stories, learning about different cultures, and seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. Nature makes me happy, deep talks energize me, and I’m always up for a spontaneous adventure (especially if there’s good food involved). I have ADHD, which basically means I’ve collected more hobbies than some people own socks. Gardening, painting, writing, hiking, photography, language learning it all depends on the phase I’m in. Right now, I’m into succulents and planning a big trip through Asia to explore meditation, local traditions, and hopefully some spiritual wisdom that doesn’t require me to sit still for too long. One day, I’d love to host retreats and organize cultural trips that combine travel with mental well-being and personal growth. Until then, I’m just out here exploring, meeting kind souls, and collecting stories (and maybe more plants). If you’re into nature, culture, creativity, or just enjoy chatting with slightly chaotic but passionate people — I’d love to hear from you.

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Asma

Asma

Senglea

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hello, I’m Asma and I’m a 24 year old student in malta. I’m originally from 🇹🇳 Tunisia. I wouldn’t label myself as an extroverted person but I do enjoy authentic and genuine people 🤗.

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Damlasu

Damlasu

Ta' Xbiex

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hello, I’m Sue. I’m Turkish, living and working in Malta. I often travel around Europe, and if you are looking for a place to stay, I’d be happy to host you.

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Iysis

Iysis

Gharghur

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I’m 19years old, I live alone. I have a cat and a ferret. I am a student nurse. I love going for drives and smoking with a friend and talk for hours.

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Expats in Malta

Denise

Denise

Qala

About me

Hi, I’m Denise, 33, originally from Germany and currently living in Malta even though I moved here without ever having visited. Spoiler: best decision ever. I joined this app because I love connecting with people, hearing their stories, learning about different cultures, and seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. Nature makes me happy, deep talks energize me, and I’m always up for a spontaneous adventure (especially if there’s good food involved). I have ADHD, which basically means I’ve collected more hobbies than some people own socks. Gardening, painting, writing, hiking, photography, language learning it all depends on the phase I’m in. Right now, I’m into succulents and planning a big trip through Asia to explore meditation, local traditions, and hopefully some spiritual wisdom that doesn’t require me to sit still for too long. One day, I’d love to host retreats and organize cultural trips that combine travel with mental well-being and personal growth. Until then, I’m just out here exploring, meeting kind souls, and collecting stories (and maybe more plants). If you’re into nature, culture, creativity, or just enjoy chatting with slightly chaotic but passionate people — I’d love to hear from you.

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Yolania

Yolania

Malta

About me

I'm currently in university studying English and History undergrad- I really love them and am always eager to rattle on about anything history and literature related! I never turn down an opportunity to learn about them too, as well as culture, art or things you're passionate about. I enjoy getting to know people and different life experiences. I also just had a gap year where I travelled around Europe and did WWOOFing, which has made me fall in love with travelling and lean into things with more curiosity and a desire to learn, whatever it may be about. Nature has always been something dear to me, as well as advocating for minority groups in whatever way that I can. On another note, one of my favourite things to do is taking care of other people and especially baking for them or with them! I'm always looking for the chance to do so hehe

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