Is Stavanger Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Stavanger is exceptionally safe for solo female travelers. The crime rate is notably low and locals are welcoming. This country places a high priority on safety and respect for everyone, which includes travelers as well. A well-lit, dense infrastructure, and a large English-speaking populace make navigation comfortable. Do exercise general caution as one would in any other places.

Safety rating

4.7 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4 /5

Based on 3 experiences from local women

Stavanger is currently ranked #57 safest place in Norway for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Stavanger?

Safety at night:Very safe

Stavanger is considered very safe, even for solo female travelers. At night, the city remains well-lit and residences and businesses can be found open. It's not uncommon to see people walking alone during the night. However, it's always important to stay alert, especially when in unfamiliar surroundings. Police presence is consistent offering additional comfort, but it’s always smart to keep up standard precautions such as avoiding unpopulated areas if possible, and not disclosing personal information to strangers.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Stavanger, is generally very safe. The city has a well-maintained transportation system including buses, trams, and trains. The vehicles are regularly cleaned and monitored by security. The stations for all types of transportation are also well lit and usually crowded, causing minimal security concerns. It's common for local women and tourists alike to travel unaccompanied at all times. The staff operating these services are professional and courteous, adding a comfort factor to the journey. Standard protocol for any harassment issue is also in place, though such instances are rare.

Street harassment:Low

Stavanger is generally a very safe city to visit. Street harassment is quite uncommon, and locals are often respectful and mind their own business. However, no place is completely devoid of this issue, so a small degree of caution should still be observed. Overall, the chances of encountering any unpleasant incidents are considerably low.

Petty crimes:Low

Stavanger, like most of Norway, is generally a very safe city to visit. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing or minor thefts rarely occur. However, it's always wise to exercise common sense, such as keeping your belongings secure and staying aware of your surroundings, particularly at night in the city center.

Is Stavanger worth visiting?

Agnieszka

Poland

Group travel

i felt safe, like in all norway. i reccomend hikes around because Stavanger is not big itself, we mostly cooked in aribnb, my friend had a car, we drove from lillehammer. i don’t have much money so it was cheaper by car than plane.

Posted: June 11, 2024

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ewelina

Poland

Couple travel

I was on this trip with my bf and we felt very safe even in the night time. We stayed at airbnb (north of the city, the ladie name is Gerda and she was very sweet!) Its easy to travel there by buses and trains, the center of the city is interesting and there a lot of hikes u can do if u like this vibe :) its expensive place- we were cooking for us so i dont have places to reccomend for eating. Place is worth to see it

Posted: January 23, 2024Experienced: December, 2022

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Is Stavanger safe for women?

Safety index

4 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Crime index

1.5 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Stavanger is very safe city. During 1,5 years nothing happened to me. I heard that area around main train stadion can be dangerous when is dark. During weekends it a lot of drunkies in centrum but also a lot of Police and security.

Posted: December 9, 2024

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Andrea

Very safe. You can check the statistics and there is almost no crime I have lost my phone 4 times and I got it back the four times. There are cameras in the buses I have never experienced any kind of harassment

Posted: July 21, 2024

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Maryanne

About Me

I’m Maryanne from Norway. I have done a lot of solo travelling, primarily in Latin America, but also India and different places in Europe, including my own country. I also studied in the UK for 3 years. I love meeting new people and have met so many lovely people while solo travelling and people travelling to Norway. I’m outgoing and social and love the outdoors, but also appreciate a chill day inside with a coffee or a glass of wine. I’m fluent in Norwegian and English and know some Spanish as well.

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Beata

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Hey I am Beata. I love to dance, sing, travel, laugh, eat good food. I spend a lot of time in Nature. In free time I practice yoga, do some art, hike, swim in the sea, write in my journal. When any chance to do some new activities appears - I always take it. I would love to surf and climb in the future more.

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Andrea

Stavanger

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About me

I’m Andrea, originally from Bolivia and living in Stavanger since January 2023. I am working as a financial analyst in a 8-4 job I love to meet new people, discover new cultures and new places and try new food. I enjoy going to bars, restaurants, hikes, museums

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