Is Mérida Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Mérida is considered one of the safest cities in Mexico, known for its friendly locals and low crime rate. However, like any other city, it's important to take basic safety precautions. Maintain awareness of your surroundings, especially in more crowded or less lit areas, and keep your personal belongings secure. Also, try to learn some basic Spanish to help in navigating and interacting with locals. Overall, the city provides a generally secure environment for solo female travelers.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Mérida is currently ranked #13 safest place in Mexico for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Mérida?

Safety at night:Moderate

Mérida is considered one of the safest cities in Mexico. At night, the city center and areas with high tourist activity are typically bustling and well lit. However, like any large city in the world, certain outlying neighborhoods can be less secure. It's advisable to take a taxi rather than walking alone late at night, particularly in unfamiliar or less populated areas. As long as you're mindful, aware of your surroundings, and avoid taking unnecessary risks, Mérida can be safely enjoyed, even at night.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Mérida, notably the buses and taxis, are generally quite safe. They are widely used by locals and tourists alike. Buses are often crowded but are dependable and cover a wide area, while taxis are typically reasonably priced and secure, just ensure they are officially licensed. Though incidences are rare, as a solo woman traveler, it's advisable to remain vigilant, especially at night.

Street harassment:Low

Mérida is regarded as one of the safer cities in Mexico and harassment tends to be on the lower side compared to other regions. Most residents tend to be respectful and polite, although, like anywhere, unwelcome attention can occur. As always, exercising common sense and taking regular precautions is advised.

Petty crimes:Low

Mérida is considered one of the safest cities in Mexico, known for its peaceful and comfortable ambiance, especially compared to other major cities. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching are relatively minimal with proper precautions. However, like everywhere else, travelers should still remain aware of their surroundings and be mindful of their belongings.

Is Mérida worth visiting?

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Merida is reported as the safest city in Mexico and coming from Germany (which is usually pretty safe), merida really felt like home. Of course, you shouldn’t stay out at night by yourself and rather take an Uber than walking but when you have some sense of your surroundings you will probably feel safe. The city and people are really friendly and food is amazing.

Posted: May 2, 2024

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Is Mérida safe for women?

Fatima

Is the safest city in Mexico, the police is everywhere, they are very respectful and nice. The North area is the safest in the city, it is very walkable and secure. Public transportation and Uber are really secure, I have always transported with Uber for 5 years, I haven’t had any dangerous or uncomfortable experience.

Posted: July 9, 2024

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Mérida is the second safe city in all America Continent, and the first safe city in Latinoamérica for 2024. Is a very safe but warm city, there is a lot to do around and in the city. The nearest beach is around 35 min driving and the cenotes in around 1 hr driving.

Posted: June 22, 2024

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Ambar

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Fun and spiritual girl. Love to make friends from all around the world. I’m interesting in history and culture. And I would like to learn French even when everyone’s says it’s useless haha

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Shey

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Looking for friends to hang out, visit museums, have a picnic, coffee shops, beach, cooking or movies nights. I would gladly show you around if you are traveling around here. Buscando amigas para salir, visitar museos, hacer picnic, cafés, playa, cocinar o hacer noches de películas. ✨ 🤳: @sheihey

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Mérida

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Hello! I’m Mariana, a 27 years old girl passionate about environment and mindfulness, I love to meet new people and share our experiences with a nice cup of coffee/tea also with a beer or wine. My hobbies are cooking dishes from YouTube/instagram recipes, reading and enjoying outdoors 🌳

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