Is Rawalpindi safe for solo female travelers?

Rawalpindi is generally safe for respectful and vigilant travelers, especially during the day, with a strong military presence due to its position as a garrison city. However, it is important to remember that local cultural norms and societal attitudes towards women may be different from what you are used to. Hence, solo female travelers should take caution, dress conservatively and avoid being out late at night. Female travelers are also strongly recommended to have local contacts they can reach out to for assistance and guidance.

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How safe is Rawalpindi for female travelers?

How safe is Rawalpindi for women?

Jasia

Jasia

Depends on which area you live. I love in cantonment and near army house which is very very very safe. Overall the cantonment is also safe. Then there are housing colonies such as bahria town and dha which are also safe. But the downtown areas like raja bazaar, and others which are very local and don't come under any boundaries might be questionable but overall the crimes like snatching, kidnapping, murdering are farely low here than other major cities of Pakistan

Posted: April 26, 2025
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