Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for female travelers?
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based on 3 experiences from female travelers
Solo travel
This city is really nice and living. I worked there for 6 weeks and as Young lady I never felt unsafe. What I particulary like is that there’s a plenty of activities to chose of ;) I Would recommand you going there and pick up a nice hostel nearby the beach la cicer.
Posted: February 3, 2025
Regina
Latvia
Solo travel
In Gran Canaria, I feel safe both day and night. The restaurants and cafes are not expensive. I have a friend in Gran Canaria, so I spend my money only on food. The beach, Las Canteras, is magical and the best for swimming.
Posted: June 22, 2024Experienced: June, 2023
Jess
Spain
Solo travel
Las Palmas (like nearly all of Spain) is a very safe city! I’ve lived here for several months and always feel comfortable, even walking alone at night. I have not heard stories of pick pocketing like when I lived in Madrid and Valencia, but of course it’s smart to always be careful. There is lots to do in and near Las Palmas - beautiful beaches, surfing, hiking, and great restaurants and bars!
Posted: April 21, 2024How safe is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for women?
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Based on 6 local experiences
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Based on 6 local experiences
Nicole
I’d say Las Palmas is quite safe! Even though I wouldn’t dare walking by myself through the city after midnight… But I think it applies to any other city in the world. Gran Canaria in general is quite a safe place. As a women, especially of different etnicity, you might get some inappropriate comments from men sometimes.
Posted: May 27, 2025
Claudia
We are women in this world. Is never 100% safe but it gets pretty close. I fell safe walking home late at night. I have never been robbed or physically attacked. Is pretty safe........................
Posted: February 18, 2025
Patricia
It’s a safe place, but there are places like San Telmo where are a little dangerous at night. But in general it’s a very safe city with a lot of polices, the best places to stay are Canteras Beach at night because there are a lot of tourists here and there are a lot of people in the street.
Posted: December 30, 2024Really safe for women. You can walk alone 24/7. Las Palmas offers a great environment and the locals are friendly. It is a beautiful place to live, also for holiday. Las Palmas and the island around are great
Posted: June 6, 2024I'm actually live in Lanzarote, Las Palmas. But I consider all islands in the Canary Islands very safe for woman. I do not feel afraid of walking alone even at night. People are very welcoming and kind.
Posted: May 23, 2024Safety in Spain
