Is Morocco Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Morocco is generally safe but requires the traveler to exercise a certain degree of caution and awareness, especially in crowded markets and streets where pickpocketing or harassment could occur. It is suggested to dress modestly and abide by the cultural norms. Avoid walking alone in isolated areas at night and always make sure someone knows your plans.

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How safe is Morocco?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Unsafe

Morocco, like any other place, has areas that are safer than others. Generally, if you stay within the busy, well-lit areas and avoid walking alone late at night in unfamiliar locations or quiet streets, you should be fine. However, it's always important to remain alert and cautious, especially in the more remote areas or less tourist-friendly regions. It is also advised for solo female travelers to align their activities with day times.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Moderate

Public transportation in Morocco is quite diverse, ranging from buses, taxis to trains. It's generally considered reliable and wallet-friendly. However, due to heavy crowds during peak hours and occasional inconvenience associated with longer distance travels, it's advisable to maintain a cautious approach. Always keep an eye on your belongings and try to avoid traveling alone late at night for added security. It's common and preferred to hire registered cabs or use trusted taxi apps for night travel.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:High

Morocco is generally a safe country, but street harassment, particularly in the form of verbal comments, can be somewhat prevalent in touristy areas. While it usually does not escalate beyond this, it's crucial to dress modestly and be aware of your surroundings. Paying little attention to the harassers usually discourages them. Always remember to respect the local culture and customs.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Moderate

As a popular tourist destination, Morocco generally maintains a moderately safe environment. However, petty crimes, like pickpocketing and purse-snatching, are prevalent, particularly in crowded markets, streets, and public transport. Thus, vigilance is advised. Keep personal items secure and avoid flaunting valuable possessions to reduce the risk of these incidents.

Is Morocco worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 177 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

3.8/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.2/5

Morocco, Solo travel

I am a solo female traveler and was in Morocco for almost 3 months. I visited Marrakech, Casablanca, Chefchauen , Fez, Akchour, and Tagounite. Marrakech was crowded with tourists and I saw a surprising amount of people wearing tank tops there (of course not the locals). I do recommend covering yourself a bit more than tank tops and shorts more as a sign of respect towards local culture, but people know that tourists dress differently. Chefchauen was the blue city, also mainly for tourists. All the houses there are painted blue and it is lovely. The Medina in Fez is very large and very historical and beautiful. Be careful with your phones in sketchy areas of Fez because I was a bit careless and had it out and a kid tried to grab it from me. That was the only time something like that happened. The desert area down south is very beautiful and impressive. There are many different types of foods and sweets and I enjoyed them all. People are very outgoing. In the Medina men kept trying to talk to me, but if you tell them you’re not interested they will leave you alone usually. It was annoying but I never felt afraid.

Posted: February 24, 2025
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Morocco, Group travel

It has my heart - would deffo go again! I thoroughly enjoyed the people the attractions and just the vibes because I felt so much more safer there than I ever did in London which was different to what people told me it would be like.

Posted: February 22, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Marrakesh, Couple travel

In Morocco, I overall felt safe because I was with my boyfriend, who has a beard and receives respect from other men. However, if you walk with females only, men will make comments as you pass by. I did not like that.

Posted: February 13, 2025
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Marrakesh, Solo travel

I took off to Marrakech on a whim with just a backpack and a small budget—about a hundred euros in dirhams, and I didn’t go over it! I had pre-booked my activities, like a desert stay, camel riding, and hiking in Ouzoud, so everything was set. The local food was amazing, and the people were so warm and welcoming. Definitely one for the books!

Posted: February 12, 2025
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Natália

Natália

Czech Republic

Tamraght, Solo travel

I went to Morocco for my first solo trip. People were telling me not to go alone there, that it’s not safe country. But honestly it was amazing experience. I stayed at the surf camp in Tamraght. I didn’t feel unsafe at all. Not a single time. What I have experienced was amazing food, beautiful landscapes and the kindest people ever. I fell in love with Morocco and I’ll definitely come back again.

Posted: February 2, 2025
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inês

inês

Switzerland

Morocco, Family travel

i feel like, the place is beautiful and everything, biut i felt like a was a piece of meat. i wasn’t feeling that safe. but marrakech was insane! really pretty and so fun. i was there with my family also

Posted: January 30, 2025
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Lucia

Lucia

France

Marrakesh, Group travel

Loved Marrakech, it was my most recent travel experience. I was with a friend and we really enjoyed ourselves. First of all, I will say the food is amazing 😍 Secondly, I liked the vibe, to me it was chill and relaxing. Totally reccomend!

Posted: January 30, 2025Experienced: August, 2024
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Morocco, Solo travel

I felt very safe in Marocco, there are tourist traps so you have to be careful with spending your money, Food is amazing just eat mostly in restaurants or cooked food because of food poisoning. I loved it!

Posted: January 21, 2025
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Holly

Holly

United Kingdom

Marrakesh, Solo travel

Loved my time in Marrakech! Felt quite safe throughout - some men would try to speak to me but nothing intimidating or harassing Beautiful architecture and plenty to see! I stayed at the Central House Hostel in the Medina and it was great, would recommend!

Posted: January 18, 2025
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Lara

Lara

Germany

Morocco, Solo travel

I travelled all over Morocco for a few weeks back in February and absolutely loved my time there. Met amazing people, the locals were lovely and apart from one catcalling experience felt very very safe. I have also heard wildly different experience but as long as you treat the people and their culture with respect and dress appropriately I am certain you won’t run into any issues.

Posted: January 16, 2025
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Is Morocco safe for women?

Safety index

3.6 /5

Based on 63 local experiences

Crime index

2.2 /5

Based on 63 local experiences

Casablanca

My friend got her purse cut right off her shoulder by two young criminals passing by bike right onto a crosswalk in the city centre. Her wallet and driver's license were inside. Wasn't a pleasant experience at all

Posted: March 4, 2025
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Fez

So I went with my parents to Fez and I am so happy that my dad was with me. Even he was with me I got a lot of comments from men and they looked very uncortable at me. I was very worried one time I walked by myself without my dad. I would recommend girls don‘t go as a solo traveller to Fez.

Posted: March 2, 2025
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