Is Budva Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Budva is generally safe for solo female travelers. Crime rate is relatively low and locals are hospitable. However, always exercise normal precautions such as being mindful of your belongings and avoiding poorly lit or deserted areas at night.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Budva is currently ranked #16 safest place in Montenegro for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Budva?

Safety at night:Safe

Budva generally has a low crime rate. Its avenues, streets, and parks are considered quite safe, even when walking alone at night. Most areas are well-lit and populated, often patrolled by local police. However, like any place, it's always important to stay cautious and follow basic safety guidelines including staying in populated areas, avoiding isolated locations, and not flaunting valuable possessions.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Budva is generally safe and reliable. The local buses run frequently and are well-maintained, reducing chances of incidents. Additionally, taxi services are available, with most drivers being professional and honest. However, as a solo female traveler, it's always advised to stay alert and take standard precautions such as avoiding unmanned stations late at night, being aware of your surroundings, and letting someone know your travel plans.

Street harassment:Low

Budva is generally safe for solo female travelers. Instances of street harassment are typically low in comparison to other larger cities around the world. You may encounter some levels of attention in nightlife areas but it is commonly light-hearted and not often aggressive. However, as a general rule, always be aware of your surroundings and ensure you maintain personal safety protocols.

Petty crimes:Low

Budva generally has a low level of petty crime. It includes incidents like pickpocketing and bag-snatching, mostly in crowded places and tourist hotspots. However, with basic precautions like not flashing valuables and being aware of your surroundings, these situations can be easily avoided. The locals are known to be friendly and helpful.

Is Budva worth visiting?

Vivian

United Kingdom

Solo travel

Just returned from 3 weeks in Montenegro and Serbia. We loved there are still some places in the world that are rough around the edges. We restricted our coastal time to 5 nights in Kotor - stunning despite the cruise ships and crowds - you just need to step away a little. We weren't looking for a beach so I suppose that colours your experience. Our day trip to Budva by local bus was seriously underwhelming - nice old town but otherwise not impressed. Speedboat trip to the Blue Cave and around the bay from Kotor was great.

Posted: April 26, 2024

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Adinah

United States

Solo travel

I am disabled and this is the first time in my travels that I have felt physically unsafe. I have had to pay very close attention when out going anywhere. They drive on sidewalks, don’t observe crosswalks and generally have no regards for pedestrians. It has been stressful for me to do anything due to feeling in physical jeopardy just walking with my cane. If you are not in a WC then you are not disabled. I move slow which seems to frustrate Montenegrins but it is what it is. They also smoke everywhere and at all times even on the bus, in the stores, literally everywhere is consumed with cigarette smoke, I have never smoked in my life and smoke causes my allergies to flare so I spend time decongesting myself from going to the store for groceries.

Posted: May 26, 2023

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Is Budva safe for women?

Budva is very safe even late at night I have lived here my whole life and never had an incident coming home alone from the club. The worst that can happen is you getting catcalled but even that us never aggressive in my experience and all my friends experiences

Posted: March 24, 2025

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Sophiane

About Me

Hii! I'm Sophiane. I'm from Belarus but I've been living in Montenegro for 10 years. I'm planning to study in Vilnus, so if you're from there pleease please contact me, I'll ask you about everything:)

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Jovana

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Hi, I’m from Budva and currently based in Podgorica. I enjoy traveling with friends, meeting new people along the way, and spending as much time as I can by the sea. I’m always up for a good conversation, exploring new places, and finding those simple moments that make a trip memorable.

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Fatma

Budva

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3 days

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Hello girls, i m Fatma. I moved from Istanbul to Budva in 2021. Now, i m living with my boyfriend here.

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Upcoming visitors to Budva

Lala

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I’m Lala from Indonesia who is working hard to get to know the world as I didn’t learn how vast the world is growing up. Taking the time to travel one country at a time and one friend at a time. Taking life seriously chill!!