Is Arequipa Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Arequipa is generally safe for tourists with a lower crime rate than other major cities in Peru. However, as a solo female traveler, you should take some precautions - always maintain awareness of your surroundings, avoid walking alone at night and keep your belongings secure. Petty thefts can occur, especially in crowded places, so always keep an eye on your luggage and personal items. Try to stay in well-traveled areas, dress modestly, and carry a local map or GPS to help navigate through the city. Local people are usually friendly and more than willing to give directions or advice.

Safety rating

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

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How safe is Arequipa for solo female travelers?

Mélodie

France

Solo travel

I like Arequipa so much. It’s a beautiful city quite calm. In Arequipa, most of the places to visit are religious one like the Monastery of Santa Catalina ( really beautiful and interesting). Next to the city, you can find so many walks, next to volcanos and natural places like the Canyon of Colca.

Posted: June 5, 2024

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Maria

Peru

Group travel

About my short but wonderful stay!: I went for an academic conference so my main focus wasn’t to explore, but the time I found to do so was worth it! I stayed with my friends at an Airbnb from which you could see the volcanos! The place was very safe and cheap (3 beds-2baths for 3 people). I reserved a full day to go to the Colca Valley and a couple pit stops on the way to thermal waters and a couple restaurants (breakfast and lunch). The full day tour costed around 50 soles (less than 20...

Posted: January 6, 2024

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Is Arequipa safe for women?

Daniela

Arequipa is safe, but you have to be prudent, the criminality is low here, however, you still have to look where you are going, put your phone away in crowded areas, don't walk alone after 12, take care of yourself!

Posted: July 6, 2026

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