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Is Montenegro Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Montenegro generally offers a safe environment for solo female travelers, with friendly locals and well-established tourist infrastructure. However, like any place in the world, it is advised to maintain alertness, especially during late hours. Basic precautions like not walking alone in desolate areas and securing your belongings can help ensure a smooth experience. It's also worth mentioning that few locals might not speak fluent English so learning a bit of local language might come handy.

Montenegro is currently ranked #27 safest country for solo female travellers. Check the full ranking.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 21 travel experiences

4.3 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.3 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

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How safe is Montenegro?

Safety at night:Safe

Montenegro is generally safe to travel at night, especially in tourist areas. However, as with any location, it's wise to stay alert to your surroundings. Stick to well-lit, populated areas and avoid isolated places. Local people are friendly, but caution should always be practiced. Immediate assistance can be availed through local authorities in case of emergency.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Montenegro is generally quite safe with little instances of petty crime. Buses are the most common form of public transport and are well-maintained. However, it's always essential to be aware of your belongings and surroundings, especially during peak hours or in crowded areas. Taxis are also a recommended mode of transport for practicality and safety reasons. Remember to choose registered taxis to avoid potential scams.

Street harassment:Low

In Montenegro, street harassment is not a common phenomenon. Mostly, locals are respectful and hospitable towards visitors. However, like anywhere else in the world, it is advisable to stay cautious. It could occasionally happen, typically in busier areas or during late-night hours. It is recommended to keep personal belongings secure and avoid deserted areas at night.

Petty crimes:Low

When it comes to petty crimes in Montenegro, risks are relatively low. Pickpocketing or purse-snatching can occasionally happen in crowded public places or on public transport, particularly in peak tourist season. Unfortunately, such instances, although rare, do occur and tourists can be targeted. So, it's advised to safeguard your belongings and not leave your items unattended. However, overall, Montenegro is a safe country to travel around. As a solo female traveler, always be vigilant and use common sense for your own security and safety.

Is Montenegro safe to travel?

4.6 /5

Based on 21 experiences

Malou-Cheanne

Denmark

Rafailovići, Solo travel

I can highly recommend Rafailovici, Budva in Montenegro as solo travel. I felt very safe. People were so nice and helpful. The men do like to talk to you, but also understand if you say no and won't follow you. The area is really beautiful and there's many tours to go on. If you're vegetarian, the food isn't the best, but if not, I think the food will be very good.

Posted: July 31, 2024Experienced: April, 2024

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Melinda

Hungary

Montenegro, Solo travel

i was in Montenegronin three times, first in a roadtrip with a van, second time in a solo trip with a hamock and third time in a roadtrip with a tent. When I was a solo trip I also feel safe, tha people was kind, the food is good and cheap, i find vegan options too. The only problem with this coutry is a trash.

Posted: July 10, 2024

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Montenegro, Couple travel

It's fully safe and food was amazing. It's like you are walking in history. Wine and pizza was amazing, nature is so beautiful. People was very kind and hostable. Traditional foods are very delicious

Posted: May 17, 2024Experienced: September, 2023

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Zuza

Czech Republic

Montenegro, Group travel

I have been doing autostop with my two friends for two weeks and it’s been my favororite country to for autostop so far. The people have been so kind, and we felt safer than in Italy. So 100% recommend

Posted: March 18, 2024

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Herceg Novi, Couple travel

Herceg Novi is a quaint little town. It has some pebble beaches and nice caffes. No major supermarkets. Things to do/see: Savina monastery, boat tour. Very hilly - prepare to walk a lot of stairs. Very safe.

Posted: March 13, 2024Experienced: January, 2024

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Montenegro, Solo travel

Montenegro is the most beautiful, breathtaking country I have visited. There were mountains, forests, beaches, history, and delicious food, the people were so friendly, and I felt safest there.

Posted: October 22, 2023

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Montenegro, Solo travel

Montenegro is absolutely beautiful and quite affordable. People were really nice, and I consider this place to be great and safe for solo travels as a girl.

Posted: October 1, 2023

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Montenegro, Solo travel

Montenegro is stunning and still even more wild. There are no crowds (even in the most popular city, Kotor, it is manageable). Hotels, restaurants and tours are really affordable, much cheaper than in Croatia. The coastline is mainly rocky, but the water is beautiful. Amazing views, safety and incredible food. However, in terms of nightlife, I felt disappointed.

Posted: August 29, 2023

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Kotor, Solo travel

Kotor absolutely exceeded my expectations. Compared to other European cities, it is relatively cheap, beautiful, and I felt safe there all the time.

Posted: August 9, 2023

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Montenegro, Solo travel

I have been to Montenegro several times, it's very safe there, and the locals are very helpful. I liked Kotor, Perast and Tivat. I didn't enjoy Budva and Bar (a bit dirty and too touristy). Also, Podgorica is nothing special, the seaside towns are much prettier.

Posted: July 29, 2023

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Is Montenegro safe for women?

Safety rating

4.3 /5

Based on 4 experiences

Crime rates rating

1 /5

Based on 4 experiences

Didi

Ulcinj - Ulqin

Ulcinj is a very small town and it's really safe. Of course during the summer and tourist season the safety can be slightly compromised, because of thousands of tourists coming to visit, but in general Ulcinj is really safe for solo female travelers.

Posted: August 25, 2024

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Anastasija

Montenegro

Definitely one of the safest places in the world for women! The country is very small, with not even a million people living in the entire country and therefore being an extremely safe place where everyone knows everyone. Homelessness is almost non existent and the only beggars and potential thieves (although they're mostly harmless too) are located in a specific area of the city that nobody goes to because it is way outside town (talking about the capital here, Podgorica). This area has nothing but the houses they live in so there is never a reason for a traveller to go there whatsoever. Other than Podgorica, walking all alone here in the middle of the night is as safe as it gets for a country.

Posted: June 1, 2024

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Is Montenegro safe right now?

Before your visit to Montenegro, it's essential to check travel advisories for Montenegro, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.

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United States Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The United States government advises exercising normal precautions in Montenegro. Check the full travel advisory.

Last updated: July 26, 2023

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Canada's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

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Last updated: August 7, 2024

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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian Government advises exercising normal safety precautions in Montenegro. Check the full travel advisory.

Last updated: August 31, 2023

Is Montenegro worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 21 experiences

Zeynep

Turkey

Montenegro, Group travel

Hi there! Let me tell you my wonderful Montenegro experience. I have been Kotor and Budva with the tour that i bought in Turkey. Amazing foods, amazing views, amazing people... Especially the natürel of it, cannot explain with words! Just go and see, you'll understand what is mean exactly... Thanks

Posted: July 10, 2024Experienced: March, 2024

Things to do: 3/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Emilia

Germany

Montenegro, Couple travel

I visited Montenegro with my partner to go hiking in June. The nature is very divers throughout Montenegro. You got beautiful beaches right at the sea, rivers and lakes, surrounded by green mountains, at which trees are growing. The whole country seems to be in an uprising state, they are still building there cities and roads and just seem to start tourism in generell. If you go visits places more rural, closer to Durmitor National Park f.e. There are campsites, that are quite new and are still being built, but they are super cheap. All of our hosts were very friendly and offered advises and ideas on where to go and even warned us from the weather, that changes quickly in the mountains. In the second biggest city in Montenegro Niksic, you can eat hamburgers von 2€, not vegetarian friendly at all, but my partner says it was the best he had in a long time ;) no local kitchen, but very good indeed. The city is charming and very empty in generell, but if you are a fan of brutalism and lost places, it’s worth a visit. In the next years, I would definitely go again, but I would recommend going by car, because others transports are rare, but we saw many people hitchhiking, which seems to be a big things there (but primary men and no solo-travelling women, keep care !!).

Posted: June 28, 2024

Things to do: 4/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 4/5

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