Is Amsterdam Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Amsterdam is generally safe for solo female travelers. People are friendly, and English is widely spoken, which helps in navigating through the city. The public transportation system is efficient and reliable, making it easy to move around. However, as in any major city, it's always important to stay vigilant especially during the night and in lesser crowded areas. Instances of petty crimes like pickpocketing can happen, so be mindful of your belongings and avoid showing off expensive items. Always remember, safety is largely about awareness of your surroundings.

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How safe is Amsterdam?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Amsterdam is generally a safe city for solo female travelers, even at night. The city is well lit and usually busy with people, which contributes to a sense of security. However, like any other city, it is always smart to remain vigilant, especially in less crowded or poorly lit areas. It serves you well to avoid secluded places during the night. Public transport is reliable and runs late into the night, which is another helpful aspect. Take the usual precautions you would in any other city and perhaps try to stick to busier areas where there are other people around. Additionally, locals are usually friendly and willing to assist if needed.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Amsterdam is well-managed and secure. Trams, buses and metros are all monitored with CCTV cameras and regular patrols by transportation officials. Most locals and tourists alike find it a reliable and safe means for commuting, even during late hours. Also, people are generally respectful and helpful. Always remember to stay aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings secure as you would in any international city.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Amsterdam tends to be quite respectful towards women out in public. While the possibility of an occasional comment can't be completely ruled out, it is generally referred to as a safe and welcoming city for solo female travelers. The instances of street harassment are much lower compared to many other destinations. Always remain cautious and aware of your surroundings, especially if traveling alone at night.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is a relatively safe city. Petty crimes such as purse snatching or pickpocketing can occur, particularly in crowded tourist hotspots and on public transportation. However, the majority of tourists do not experience any issues. It's always advisable to keep your belongings secure and be aware of your surroundings to prevent minor incidences from occurring.

Is Amsterdam worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 84 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.3/5

Group travel

Recommend walking around, flower market is okay🌷, like the flying tiger shop, go to ADAM for a view, recommend waffle workshop waffle 🧇, recommend cheese 🧀 Go on a canal trip Stayed at a vacation house village 🏡 Were at the interactive art museum WONDR, it’s fun 👁️ Nothing is for me a must do, but strongly recommend: thrift shopping & walking around

Posted: November 26, 2024
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Solo travel

From time to time men were a bit unsettling, they catcalled me and one of them even sent a kiss at me from across the canal. However, I didnt feel that scared since most streets were crowded and there were many other people. It was a bit expensive but cheaper than I thought. Many many different kinds of people but still I really liked the city and enjoyed my every second there

Posted: September 11, 2024
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Group travel

Amsterdam has a lot to offer from culture to nightlife. I was out as a female most nights clubbing and drinking and felt safe. The transportation is also really easy to figure out. A lot of people bike but the tram is easy too.

Posted: September 3, 2024
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Anna

Anna

Canada

Solo travel

Amsterdam is a great city to visit alone. It's pretty small and easily walkable, lots of museums, nature spots, street food, beer You can rent a bicycle and ride like the locals or take a subway or tram. Out of town trains are always on time and not expensive. I loved it in Amsterdam

Posted: September 2, 2024
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Cindy

Cindy

Germany

Group travel

Hello , Amsterdam as a student It was my first trip . We went as a group trip and it was amazing . Safety and public transport was good . You feel safe even walking at night . Police was friendly . It’s am amazing trip and weather was incredible nice .

Posted: August 31, 2024Experienced: July, 2018
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Couple travel

Amsterdam was a great experience! I went there last month and enjoyed the stay very much. I went with my partner and stayed in a hotel outside of the center. Everyday we took the metro into the city and had great food, went into interesting museums and had the best time!

Posted: August 25, 2024
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Solo travel

I find the people friendly, the city beautiful, the sky wonderful, and the weather good. There are lots of bicycles here 😃—more than anything else! And plenty of pancakes and French fries. The streets are beautiful, and the canals are clean.

Posted: August 9, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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Thuane

Thuane

Germany

Solo travel

I spent two days but just one night in Amsterdam and I felt that it was enough to see everything but I would also say you could stay a lot more days without feeling bored. The city is absolutely beautiful and I enjoyed a lot even on a buget so I did not visit any of the museums but would love to come back some day to do it . I did felt very safe all times traveling alone and using public transport

Posted: August 6, 2024
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Annbritt

Annbritt

Germany

Solo travel

I felt safe walking around the city on my own but sill stayed cautious. But typically the people there a very nice and helpful. Even just walking around the city was nice. It’s so picturesque! I stayed in Purmerend in a Hostel there. They where these cubes so I felt safe even in a mixed dorm. Transportation is easy but you need a card, otherwise you won’t get into the bus or trains there. You can get them online or at the train station in Amsterdam.

Posted: July 25, 2024
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Solo travel

As Amsterdam is one of the more “expensive “ cities in Europe as well is one of the more fun with a lot of things to do. Also you can find a bunch of cheap or free things to explore such as parks, bikings etc. Is definitely a place where you feel safe and one to put in your list of “must go”in life

Posted: July 13, 2024
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Is Amsterdam safe for women?

Safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 38 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 38 local experiences

Zeynep

Zeynep

Amsterdam is quite safe for female travellers both durıng the day and night. Living here two years, i haven’t had any issue so far.You should beware the pickpockets in crowded places and public transportation though.

Posted: September 7, 2024
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Helena

Helena

In general I feel as a women in amsterdam I have basically never felt any threat, this could be that majority of the time you use a bike however in all the instances I used public transport in the 6 years I lived there never once did I experience something uncomfortable. I think no matter where you are in the world, no matter how safe, as a woman you never feel 100% safe however amsterdam has proven mostly that it is safe. I would say the only chances of there being an uncomfortable moment would be perhaps in a bar if you are unfortunately subject to assault. However i have only experienced that one or two times and it was dealt with.

Posted: August 26, 2024
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