Is Spain safe for solo female travelers?

Spain is generally a safe country for solo female travelers. Both urban areas and rural regions have low levels of crime. It is always prudent to take basic precautions, such as avoiding poorly lit and deserted areas late at night, keeping a close eye on personal belongings in crowded places, and not sharing your personal details or itineraries with strangers. Public transportation and taxis are usually safe and reliable. However, like anywhere else, incidents can occur, so staying alert and using common sense is important.

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How safe is Spain for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.4 /5

based on 512 experiences from female travelers

Mariia

Mariia

Germany

Gran Canaria, Group travel

Well the sea and the mountains are worth it, there's also a great cannabis club I can recommend to you in Maspalomas, that is quite homely. Though the food kinda sucks in most places, overall service is also really underwhelming, very little alcohol-free drinks are offered in restaurants, in most they're not even on the menu, which pissed me off. I recommend going there, but I would be cooking for myself in an apartment next time 😅

Posted: February 14, 2026
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Janine

Janine

Switzerland

Madrid, Solo travel

I traveled Madrid solo this last January, I can only recommend it. Theres lots of low budget activities and I always felt safe. I also booked a cooking class to learn some classic Spanish dishes, which was wonderful. I stayed near Puerto del Sol for 30 euros a night. Nearly everything is easy to reach by foot.

Posted: February 9, 2026Experienced: December, 2025
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Andalusia, Group travel

Andalusia is amazing. Granada is beautiful and the Alhambra is WOW! (Buy the ticket online). Sevilla is amazing too, but during summer is tooooooo hot, it’s horrible haha Jaen is small, but a jewellery and Almería too.

Posted: February 9, 2026
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How safe is Spain for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 618 local experiences

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 618 local experiences

Belén

Belén

Barcelona

Barcelona is perfect for solo travel. It's a city that is generally very safe. I wouldn't travel alone through el Born or the Gothic Quarter at night. Simply to avoid incidents, since that's the area where most of them happen.

Posted: February 14, 2026
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Madrid

I consider it safe, especially if you go with someone from the area. Obviously, there can be dangerous places where you need to be careful and areas to avoid, but generally it's a good place. In my opinion, it is safe.

Posted: February 13, 2026
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Valencia

I would describe Valencia as mostly safe city both during the day and night. Haven’t felt unsafe neither in public transport, nor in taxis, nor walking in the city during the day, nor partying at night and returning late. But one things I would recommend is to be cautious about your things, do not leave them unattended for any time. Nothing haven’t been stolen from me, but there was an attempt in Turia at around noon while I was on picnic. Also some of my friends unfortunately have been robbed.

Posted: February 9, 2026
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Safety in Spain

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Jhazmin

Jhazmin

Valladolid

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi! 🙋‍♀️My name is Jhazmin, I’m 22 years old and I’m originally from Bolivia, currently living in Spain( Valladolid )I’m a student and a very curious and sensitive person. I love discovering new places, cultures and ways of life I enjoy calm plans like walking around the city, having coffee, observing daily life and connecting with people. I’m respectful, clean and easy to live with, and I truly value kindness and good communication💕

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Noelia

Noelia

Puerto de Mazarrón

Can host for:

1 day

About me

My greatest passion is travelling alone to open myself up completely to new realities, discovering new cultures, cuisines, customs and ways of life. I love life and I love it when the universe, with its magic, sends me incredible people on my travels. I am a very curious person who loves to learn, I love to take care of my planet as much as I can, I am a vegetarian and a dog mum. It will be a pleasure to welcome you to my little house by the sea if you enjoy nature walks, sunshine, good food, and conversations that can range from the most profound to the most absurd and fun. Looking forward to meeting beautiful souls ✨

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