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How safe is Portugal for solo female travelers?
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based on 288 experiences from female travelers
Lisbon, Solo travel
It was ok I went for a concert Although I've been there several times and know how to move around, everything is simple, I always feel in a foreign there .. I'm Portuguese 🤷♀️ My family is from a few towns over ... But Lisbon always feels like a different planet ..
Posted: December 7, 2025Experienced: November, 2025Lisbon, Family travel
Honestly it was one of the best cities I visited in Europe. I really fell in love with it and I hope to go again soon. I really liked the experience. People were really nice. The food was really good and not so expensive and the activities were really good, so I really recommend 
Posted: December 3, 2025
Sarah
France
Lisbon, Solo travel
I went to Lisbon about 2 years ago to spend a week there as my first solo trip and I sincerely believe that it was a wonderful City to take a leap of faith as it was pretty safe and a very beautiful city too. I also liked the food and visiting the different castles around the ciry
Posted: November 15, 2025Experienced: August, 2023Lisbon, Solo travel
It was mostly safe I stayed for 14 days at a kind of rental, was like 800 Food was really great, especially seafood. The city is very charming and I recommend exploring as much as you can And visiting Sintra is a must I loved ice cream at Santını
Posted: November 4, 2025Experienced: August, 2016Faro, Solo travel
It was a safe trip, I met some amazing people and I went with a heart felt with Wonderful memories between the social connexion, Beaches, places and food. I recommend it so without any hesitation and cheaper one too
Posted: November 4, 2025Experienced: August, 2025How safe is Portugal for women?
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Based on 220 local experiences
Local crime index
Based on 220 local experiences
Carolina
Albufeira
You need to be extra carefull whit some places when you go out at night and taking drinks at bars and uber home can be really dangerous, make sure you are never alone. The city during the day its realy calm in the winter, in the summer be a little extra carefull
Posted: December 1, 2025Lisbon
during the day it’s pretty safe but at night it’s not safe especially if you’re a lady. in the center of the city there’s a lot of people trying to sell you drugs or trying to steal your phones and wallets
Posted: November 24, 2025
Jill
Porto
A very safe town. Lots of English spoken, very little crime outside of pickpocketing and rustling in cars. Safe for women, generally, there are lots of women out walking between bars and restaurants, even late at night (until midnight typically, later in the summer months).
Posted: November 22, 2025Monte de Caparica
It’s a nice quiet area with a variation in age between elderly people and students. I have been here for 3 months now and haven’t actually came across any crime but I’ve heard a few things. It’s actually pretty nice and not scary as a woman.
Posted: November 19, 2025Portugal
I never felt unsafe during my whole life but the past few months, I would say that being a girl in one of the most interesting countries to visit is ok to be able to enjoy life. Even though daytime is the best way to enjoy, I don't think going out at night alone is the best way, I believe every girl should be with someone to at least feel safe. Be safe and never, ever say yes to the first person who appears.
Posted: October 17, 2025Safety in Portugal
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Zehra
Caldas Da Rainha
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3 days
About me
Hello, I'm Zehra! I'm 19 years old, an art student. I'm currently doing Erasmus in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal. I originally live in Eskişehir, Turkey and I'm Turkish! My favorite thing in life is drawing and singing and dancing. Since I came to Erasmus, it's been my dream to go to many European countries, I've been to a few of them, you can check out the details on my profile!!!
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Melina
Amares
Can host for:
3 days
About me
🌍 About Me Hey! I’m Mell — a globe-trotting soul who’s touched down on almost every continent (not yet, in Antarctica!). I’ve traveled solo, with friends, and made incredible connections along the way. I believe the best kind of journey is the one that connects you to yourself and to others. 💫 My Vibe I’m all about deep chats under the stars, spontaneous dance floors in faraway places, sunrise hikes, and the magic of meeting kindred spirits in unexpected corners of the world. I’m equal parts adventurer, foodie, spiritual seeker, and sunset chaser. ✨ What I’m Into • Soulful experiences & meaningful conversations • Yoga, meditation & high-vibe living • Local cultures, nature escapes, and good coffee and nice book. • Turning strangers into lifelong friends☺️
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Maria
Lisbon
About me
Hi! I’m Maria, I’m a student from North Italy (Trieste)! Now staying in Lisbon for my Erasmus:) I love traveling, watching movies and f1 races and also I play guitar! I’m a coffee lover, so would love to meet you for a cup of cappuccino ☕️🥨
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Eda
Aveiro
About me
Hi! I'm Eda, friends call me Mads, I am 20 right now but I'm turning 21 in this August. I'm Turkish however I'll begin to live in Portugal, Aveiro as I'm an international student. I study English Literature and International Relations, second one is my minor. I can speak English, I know A2 German but I'm not confident. I will study Portuguese when I begin to study in Portugal, I'm open any suggestion about learning Portuguese and travelling Portugal. I really like travel and city museums are the first places I go when I travel another city. I aim to visit *nearly* all of Europe countries during my time in Portugal.
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