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 205 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

3.8/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.1/5

Marrakech-Safi, Solo travel

I didn't have a large budget and I stayed in a hostel in the Medina. This can be a little scary if you're not used to the hustle and bustle of a busy market especially going back at night! I did feel moderately safe but I can understand if others did not. I ended up meeting up with some girlies from online travel groups which was great, and I also met another solo girly on an excursion. I had the most fun on the day trips and activities that we organised, and I do recommend Marrakech!

Posted: June 24, 2025Experienced: January, 2024
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Katie

Katie

Ireland

Marrakesh, Couple travel

Surprised me by how safe I felt. I was only bothered a few times while in the medina, which is to be expected as people will try to scam you, but if I wasn’t interested in buying anything, I’d ignore them and they’d leave me alone pretty quickly. Stayed in and airbnb in Gueliz and absolutely loved the area. Felt less busy than the main centre, but still had lots of shops and restaurants around. Lots of options for food for vegetarians! Traveled around Morocco to other cities and used “In Drive” more so than taxi’s. In Drive technically isn’t illegal in the country, but most of the drivers aren’t registered taxis, so taxis do report them to the police to try and get them fined. That’s why if you use In Drive, your driver will probably park a bit away from you and any other taxi’s. I found the app to be much better than taxi’s as you offer a price on the app for where you want to go, and drivers can accept that price, or offer to do it for a different price. Once you confirm, the driver’s always stuck to the agreed on price for us, however official taxi’s can often try to charge you more than the trio is worth. If you’re thinking about doing any activities, you should definitely do quad biking and take a trip up to the Atlas Mountains. I booked my experiences through Airbnb and both were amazing!

Posted: June 18, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Morocco, Group travel

We were a group of 4 girls doing a roadtrip through morocco, and at the beginning we were a little worried, because you always here some negative experiences about getting harassed. But we experienced the complete opposite. I mean yes there were a little few times we were called after but most people we met in Morocco were the nicest! We felt so welcomed! People invited us all the time for tea and food (for free). And i think once you get the hang for haggling nothing can go wrong hahah. I definitely think you have to be careful a little and trust your instinct, but we really had the best time. And i would say it’s also safe to solo travel. I am already planning to go back soon! For the extremely beautiful nature and all the lovely people i met and can call my friends now :)

Posted: June 4, 2025
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Heenna

Heenna

France

Taghazout, Solo travel

I did a semi-solo trip to Morocco and honestly, it was a mix of nerves and magic. I started with a FlixBus from Lyon to Marseille, then headed to Agadir, Taghazout, and Marrakesh. I was anxious at first — Morocco has a reputation for scams and cash-only places, but speaking some Arabic helped a lot. I went during Ramadan, which made the experience even more special. Locals were super friendly and open to sharing stories and meals. The souks can be intense (and yes, scammy), especially taxis — you have to bargain if you don’t look Moroccan. But I stayed in super affordable hostels, met great people, and my friend surfed while I explored. It was just 4 days, but I’d definitely go back!

Posted: May 29, 2025
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Morocco, Family travel

Honestly Marocco waa such a nice place to go, you just have to be careful and very aware of your surroundings while always trusting your gut feeling... But overall, great people and amazing views and food

Posted: May 26, 2025
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Farida

Farida

France

Chefchaouen, Solo travel

I felt so safe. I recommend going.to akshour a waterfall next to chefchouan. It’s very beautiful and nice Very calm Food in Morroco is better indoors. Budget I spent around 13 euros hostel in 15 euros activity per day I did hitchhike to the waterfall. One day in chefchouan is enough. Super touristy tho

Posted: May 23, 2025Experienced: February, 2023
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Is Morocco safe for women?

Safety index

3.6 /5

Based on 74 local experiences

Crime index

2.2 /5

Based on 74 local experiences

Sandra

Sandra

Marrakesh

I would not go here as a female solo traveler. There was one time that I was with my three children, and without my husband. I was a bit lost and a man approached me to give me directions and started to lead me down a street that did not feel safe. My antenna went up and so we hightailed it out of there. My gut told me there was something was off. In general, the men are pushy, and you have to watch for pickpockets. I had to worry about those things with my husband there.

Posted: June 26, 2025
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Hala

Hala

Morocco

In Rabat, girl you're the safest. But overall in Morocco, don't walk or go to shady neighbourhoods. You might get cat called but Moroccans are more afraid of assaulting/bothering a foreigner than they are when it comes to Moroccans 😮‍💨. It's mainly cause we like showing outsiders our good side and also cause the police and government are way more protective of foreigners (tourism is one of the main industries here). Avoid walking alone past midnight. I do stay late sometimes in different parts of Morocco but never alone. Don't be afraid of going to the mountains. Just insure that there's a local guide with you and that you don't sleep in a tent.

Posted: June 25, 2025
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Safety in Morocco