based on 123 experiences from female travelers
Eleanor
Australia
I spent 1 night in Lisbon. I was jet lagged from Australia and had a cold so already wasn’t a great start. I walked around the hostel area and saw the main attractions but I really wasn’t a fan. I was homesick and really nervous as this was my first hostel experience. I also got targeted in a pick pocket scheme but managed to avoid it!
Posted: March 19, 2026Laura
Canada
Really enjoyed Lisbon - even all the hills - definitely need comfortable shoes - I do recommend a walking tour esp the street art ones - food was fantastic and lots of choices- I felt safe however I did not venture out much later in the evening as I go to bed early and get up early !!
Posted: March 19, 2026Tina
Greece
It was my first time to Portugal and maybe my last. We booked a hostel for the first two nights to check how it is going to be and it was extremely dirty. We moved to another accomodation and when we went outside at our new accommodation that it was supposed to a good and expensive area to book our uber a man came and stole my phone from my hand and I started chasing him with two others but that was completely unsafe and worthless. After that my trip was ruined.
Posted: February 7, 2026Experienced: December, 2025Based on 88 reports
Based on 88 reports
Roberta
Very safe overall, mostly pickpockets in the common touristy areas and minor gang violence outside of Lisbon, usually not with firearms and not directed at civilians. Just don’t walk alone as a woman or distracted with your phone out and you should be fine.
Posted: March 8, 2026Victoria
I feel very safe walking around Lisbon, both during the day and at night. The city has a calm atmosphere that makes exploring it on foot a pleasant experience. During the daytime, the streets are with tourists, yet I never feel crowded or uneasy. I have walked through different neighborhoods, from the historic center to more residential areas, and in all cases, I have felt comfortable.
Posted: February 24, 2026Is really safe, i have never had any problems and i have lived here for 8 years. felt unconfortable sometimes walking alone at night, but really few times, just make sure you dont walk lond distances alone at night
Posted: February 8, 2026Based on reports from women living in Lisbon, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.
Rahela
Lisbon
3 days
Hello Girls! I am a croatian girl living and working in Lisbon. If you need a friend on your adventures to Portugal or elsewhere, reach out!
Maria
Lisbon
3 days
Under deconstruction. Will be sweeter when we are all free. Almost never say no to a good glass of wine or conversation. Queer. Free Palestine. IG @marianono