Is Cebu safe for solo female travelers?

Cebu is generally safe for solo female travelers. There are areas popular among tourists, with police presence and numerous safe accommodations. Locals are friendly towards tourists. However, like in any other place, it's important to stay vigilant, especially during nighttime or while travelling in less crowded places. Always use your judgment and intuition. Stick to well-lit and frequented areas and try to arrange your sightseeing during the daytime.

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How safe is Cebu for female travelers?

Lovisa

Lovisa

Sweden

Group travel

Cebu had very fun activities but would only recommend to stay in Cebu for about 3-5 days. There are a few very nice activities such as whale shark snorkeling, canyoneering, swim with turtles and big school of sardines, visiting waterfalls, and exploring Cebu city. Me and my friend did all of them, but only needed about 3-4 days for it. Then there weren’t that much to do. We stayed in Cebu city and Moalboal.

Posted: July 18, 2024
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How safe is Cebu for women?

Local safety index

2.9 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Aly

Aly

So far, it has been safe for me. but i've seen on the news the crimes around here. Especially at night. it's safe to go in groups or have 1 male with you. being alone in Cebu at night is moderate to high risk. but in the morning, it's all good. just avoid Downtown or the place where those street people are.

Posted: September 14, 2025
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Nicole

Nicole

Cebu is overall safe in public and open spaces where people can meet and gather around, but not too much crowded too coz there are possible pick pocketers. however, I wouldn't go to secluded areas or remote ones without a friend because we can never know what will happen when youre alone especially as a woman.

Posted: July 29, 2025
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shivani

shivani

I've been living in Cebu for around 3 years now. When I first arrived, my mobile was stolen, something I wasn't warned about beforehand, though I later found out that petty theft has been an issue in certain areas. That said, my overall experience has been positive. The people here are generally helpful and kind, and despite that early incident, I feel safe walking around even at night.

Posted: June 12, 2025
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Anne

Anne

To be honest, regardless of place, it will never be 100% safe but in my experience, I usually go home late as a college student and thankfully I haven't experienced the worst yet. Although the routes I take are already familiar to me and going to crowded places is definitely safer than waiting in a dark alley.

Posted: December 26, 2024
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