Is Madrid Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Family travel

For me was a little bit unsafe and dirty, my brother has to pay way too much for asma medication that was not fair but it's ok love to see the city but I don't recommend to go as well you have some family there

Solo travel

Honestly I just love Spain I spent a whole week in Madrid and it felt like it was the best time of my life even though the weather wasn't perfect. I felt safe people are nice and there are a lot of activities that you can do. Especially during night time you don't feel alone because everyone is partying so I really recommend going there.

Group travel

I loved Madrid! It's got a beautiful city center and so so good food! I loved the breakfast places! Just wander around and go with the flow! There are are also great rooftop bars. :) I never felt unsafe so no worries if you wanna visit the city by yourself!

Group travel

Loved it, definitely will be coming back.. reccomend for all categories of travelers. City is beautiful, people are kind and helpfull, night life felt fun but safe.. didnt have any bad experience :)

Solo travel

I really enjoyed Madrid, I travelled solo and stayed there for two weeks in february as an au-pair by a host family. I had some free time, so I got around alone very often. I would recommend to travel a bit later maybe in spring or May, so its not to hot, but everyrthink is growing and the winter works are finished, so you can enjoy the lovely parks and green areas more than I. I also recommend to visist a Flamenco show, the el rastro marked (but take care of your personal stuff), a walk to the most importand sights like the palace, the via grande and if you have more time a day Trip to toledo or San Lorenzo de El Escorial.

Going around the city and walking is pretty safe. I tend to go home at around 11PM and walk 10 minutes to my place and despite the area not being crowded, I don’t feel scared of being followed or attacked. I don’t see much surveillance anywhere, so I still have to be vigilant of my surroundings. The trains are also quite safe and so far I haven’t encountered anything strange. The crowded areas like Centro and nearby can be very noisy and a good place for pickpockets, but just be careful and alert of your belongings.