Is Porto Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Solo travel experience

I felt safe most of the time. The food is good, but not that vegan friendly thought. Downside: The service is not good, and most Portuguese are racists and xenophobic. There are many brazilians and they are super friendly, which made my experience better. I like Portuguese wine and food, so for me that was amazing overall.

Solo travel experience

Yes I did feel safe to walk around I didn’t get any intinerary It did help me the fact I met some local when I went out my first day to have food and he offered me to show me an around at first I was a bit esepctic to the fact of going around with a strange but we went to public places so was fine

Solo travel experience

I felt very safe in Porto. I used public transportation to travel around, though mostly I visited everything by foot. For a day I rented a bike aswell, and explored around. People were very friendly, relaxed and happy. It felt like nothing in the world bothers them and they are happy with what they have. I stayed at a hostel in a 4 bed female dormitory also at the centre. Everything was much cheaper compared to what I spent in Belgium. I had a great time and it's one of ge favorite place I have been so far.

Solo travel experience

I stayed at Lost Inn Hostel which is super close to the cathedral. That street at night did feel a bit unsafe but I found a group of girls in my hostel that I hung out with that were so sweet and we always walked together at night. During the day the sun is shining and there’s so much to see! My hostel offered a free walking tour which helped me figure out what else I wanted to see and explore. I do suggest finding a free walking tour because that helped me understand the culture so much more! Plus a lot of the tour guides will share food suggestions for inexpensive restaurants! Lots of hills so wear good shoes but there’s some inexpensive places to thrift, buy jewelry, and eat you just have to be willing to look around! Overall I did feel safe and would go back in a heartbeat

Solo travel experience

In my opinion Porto is the safest city in Portugal. Smaller than Lisbon but less people and less tourist. And still a lot of stuff to do. There‘s even a good night life and people care for the individual. It has more laid back vibe than Lisbon and alone at night as a female you‘ll feel safe. Somehow stick to busy streets at night and don‘t walk in narrow and empty streets at night. Also the local speak very well english as almost everywhere in english. Porto is definitely a good starting point if you‘re new to solo travel!

Solo travel experience

I was on a strict budget so didn't eat out at all, I also found in Porto the locals strongly dislike tourists to the extent I felt awkward... I was scammed multiple times and I felt like I had a target on my back the whole time. It is filled with tourists but this didn't make me feel safe just made me feel like a fish in a barrel.. I won't be going back alone

Group travel experience

Porto is one of the best cities I’ve ever visited. Very safe atmosphere and in general very laid back locals, perhaps because of the ocean. As an architect there was so much to see and explore, especially if you’re a Siza admirer. As a women it felt pretty safe and felt like there were a lot of women in the surroundings. definitely recommended.

Solo travel experience

Everything was very safe and friendly. Had zero local issues or trouble with transit. The weather was incredible, so dressed for their summer. Not a huge fan of frog legs, but try caramel (dolci) and cheese!

Solo travel experience

A beautiful city to walk around. Buildings, canal, artwork and shopping was unreal!! The pilgrim community was one full of people looking to share experiences and meet others. I felt safe walking alone during the day and early evening. There’s definitely a traveller nightlife culture in the city centre - so I never felt alone walking the streets, but I would definitely stay central rather than heading out to the suburbs at night. The public transport was decent but most of the city is walkable. I stayed in Selina hostel and the Central House. Both very secure and sociable. Highly recommend the visit if you want to avoid big tourist cities like Lisbon

Solo travel experience

Amazing place! I felt safe, the food was great, and the whole experience was excellent! The old buildings and history take your breath away. Artists on the streets and music played by musicians made me feel like I was inside a movie.

Porto is safe during the day, but would not recommend to walk alone at night. I had a man following me a couple months ago, but he stopped after I screamed in Portuguese. Foreigners are usually the target to be robbed.

Porto is a beautiful and lively city! I consider it a safe city but, as a woman, during nighttime there is always a feeling of being more cautious, specially if using public transportation after midnight.

Couple travel experience

I went twice. The food prices were average, actually lower than in Malta where I was living; the expensive restaurants were acceptable; I can say that paying in euros was a good price; it is a nice place to go in the summer and winter; you can walk, drink good wine, eat homemade food, and do activities depending on the season.

Solo travel experience

Porto is a charming city with lots of culture to indulge in! The city itself is much smaller than Lisbon and there is a very friendly and welcoming vibe. Close to Porto is the Douro Valley and Gerês National Park for those who love wine (#1) or nature (#2)!