Is South Korea Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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How safe is South Korea?
Safety at night:Safe
Public transportation:Very safe
Street harassment:Low
Petty crimes:Low
Is South Korea worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 44 experiences from female travelers
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Budget-friendly
Marie
Denmark
Jeju Island, Solo travel
My first stop when arriving in South Korea was Jeju island. It's a great place to start or finish your trip to South Korea. It's an easygoing island, and you can easily get around with public transportation. I felt safe anywhere I went, and it's such a nice feeling not having to worry about pickpocketing. Any hike I tried to do was not really a hike cause everything was boarded and so easy to walk, even when it was a step hill. I highly recommend Seogwipo since it's even calmer than Jeju city. The traditional market there was really good compared to the one in Jeju city. Wonang waterfalls were so worth it, don't forget a bathing suit and don't be afraid to jump on the rocks. Jeolum Natural Recreation Forest was super nice, and the footbath was heavenly.
Posted: October 4, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
Emy
Germany
Seoul, Solo travel
Seoul was fascinating in a way that I haven’t experienced before. Because it is a capital, you just realize after a while that it’s impossible to see all the places and find all the communities there. I stayed for 10 months and had the best time of my life! It felt much safer than Europe, but of course, no place (that I know of) qualifies as 100% safe. I lived in itaewon, a place with lots of tourists and night clubs, but going out at night was fun and if one place didn’t have the right energy, I could just move on to the next. My friend visited me while I lived there and she liked it as well :)
Posted: September 21, 2024Jeju Island, Family travel
An amazing place with gorgeous sightseeing of sea, mountain and cliffs. Kind people, cool air But it’s a little bit hard for you if you can’t speak Korean Bus is so convenient that you can reach almost everywhere, however, I still recommend you to rent a car, especially you wanna live in seogwipo-si, a less modern place rather than jeju-si, but it’s a better choice if you wanna experience local life in a village.
Posted: September 10, 2024South Korea, Solo travel
Korea is convenient and the food is very tasty and it is a very safe place for a woman. Be careful that the food is very spicy and have a good holiday For transportation you can use metro taxis (KakoT).
Posted: September 3, 2024
Pru
Germany
Seoul, Group travel
It was my first travel so I went with an agency. Seoul is very lively! There is always entertainment in the street. Even the shops are open until late at night. I felt really safe there. I didnt try clubs and bar.
Posted: August 24, 2024Experienced: July, 2019
Nicole
United States
Seoul, Solo travel
My experience in Seoul was incredible. I felt safe at all times even after 10pm walking alone. I took the train and bus everywhere which was really cheap. My main issue was finding places who catered to solo diners. I went to all the main tourist attractions but really loved the museums most, and also sitting in cafes and people watching!
Posted: August 22, 2024Seoul, Solo travel
Seoul was one of my favorites. I stayed at a very nice hostel, which was also a shared flat for local students. So it was very easy to connect to locals. Everyone was so friendly and as a female solo traveler I felt safe. There also have been good vegetarian and vegan options. 😊
Posted: August 12, 2024Experienced: May, 2020
Laura
Germany
Jeju Island, Solo travel
Jeju was beautiful! I stayed for 6 days and it was defi2noz enough to see it all. Beware of the heat in summer though. It's really difficult to go Sightseeing without a car in summer. There's lots of waterfalls and beautiful scenery. Trails for hiking, delicious sea food and friendly people. I felt safe traveling alone.
Posted: August 9, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
Kate
Canada
Seoul, Solo travel
Travelled here alone for 2 weeks. I stayed in Hongdae in a hostel. I walked and used the public transit system to get around. Very easy and convenient. Tourist friendly place. I felt very safe. Just went back again earlier in 2024 and had a great time too. Amazing food!
Posted: July 28, 2024South Korea, Solo travel
I felt very safe! All in all the food was amazing, I got to experience Korean culture and visit a Buddhist temple. It was a pleasure to stay with someone Korean because I learned so much about the language and food
Posted: July 6, 2024Is South Korea safe for women?
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Daegu
Daegu is a small city but have everything. Nice hiking spots, nice coffee shops and the city hall is full of nice shops, pubs and restaurants. It’s really safe, can walk at night without any problem and the transportation is easy to use.
Posted: January 12, 2025Seoul
I would say it is fairly okay just because there are lots of cameras, I would feel safe walking home at the evening. But everything can happen and you have to be careful anyways cause you never know.
Posted: January 6, 2025Meet locals in South Korea
Jun
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I'm outgoing person and like meet people. I'm studying English these days. So I want meet some people who can exchange languages.
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Minhee
About Me
I can teach you how to read korean alphabet (hangul) in maximum 2 hours!
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Miko
Pocheon
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3 days
About me
I 'm an international student living in South Korea .I love travelling and learning about new culture . Feel free to talk I want to make more friends also .
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Hyeyoung
South Korea
Can host for:
3 days
About me
My name is Hyeyoung. I'm very happy to share with you about Korea information. And I'm planning to travel to Barcelona on 6th March. Please give me useful information for my first solo trip.
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Irina
About Me
Hi! I'm Irina I'm from Switzerland, I'm passionate about travel and always looking for new adventures to explore during my free time. I love discovering new places, especially those off the beaten path, and meeting interesting people from different cultures. Whether it's a road trip through scenic landscapes or exploring cities rich in history, I'm all about making unforgettable memories. I'm super organized, love connecting with others, and always up for a good laugh. If you're looking for a fun, relaxed, and well-organized travel buddy, I'd love to join you on your next adventure! Let’s make it a trip to remember! 😊
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Irina
About Me
Hi! I'm Irina I'm from Switzerland, I'm passionate about travel and always looking for new adventures to explore during my free time. I love discovering new places, especially those off the beaten path, and meeting interesting people from different cultures. Whether it's a road trip through scenic landscapes or exploring cities rich in history, I'm all about making unforgettable memories. I'm super organized, love connecting with others, and always up for a good laugh. If you're looking for a fun, relaxed, and well-organized travel buddy, I'd love to join you on your next adventure! Let’s make it a trip to remember! 😊
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