based on 30 experiences from female travelers
Ania
Poland
I felt very safe in Málaga. The city has a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, and I had no issues walking around, even in the evenings. One of my favorite moments was dining at a beachfront restaurant, enjoying fresh seafood with a beautiful view of the sea. My budget was 400 euros for two weeks, so I managed my expenses carefully. I mostly used buses to get around, which were affordable and convenient. It was a great way to explore the city without spending too much.
Posted: February 25, 2025Lilia
Bulgaria
Safety: Málaga is generally very safe for tourists, with low crime rates. Things to do: Must-visit: The Alcazaba, Picasso Museum, and the Cathedral. Food: Try: Espetos (grilled sardines), Jamón Ibérico, and fried fish. Restaurants: El Pimpi (famous for tapas), and Restaurante José Carlos García (Michelin-starred). Budget: A moderate budget works well here. Daily expenses can range from €40-€80 depending on the activities and meals. Accommodation: I stayed in the city center, near Plaza de la Constitución. Getting around: The city has great public transport (buses, metro). Walking is also easy as most attractions are close together. Sample itinerary: Day 1: Alcazaba, Roman Theatre, Picasso Museum. Day 2: Beach day (La Malagueta), stroll in the old town, dinner at El Pimpi.
Posted: February 18, 2025We felt very safe in Malaga! We booked a flat with bookings, which was huge, cheap and in a central position, everything was in a walking distance. We enjoyed a lot sitting outside in the bars drinking beers and enjoying the sun! And there was the beach super closed, it was a very nice experience and the weather was amazing 🌞
Posted: July 4, 2024Experienced: March, 2022I studied abroad for a summer in Málaga and loved my experience! I felt very safe walking alone and meeting new people. The people I met were extremely friendly and basically everyone spoke English to some extent. Most of the time in the touristic areas they can spot if you’re American and will talk to you in English off the bat. Although, if you want to practice your Spanish, they will usually love to converse with you that way too! I recommend getting a bit off the beaten path for beaches. La Malagueta is a fun beach but it is very crowded and not as beautiful. I recommend the small fisherman neighborhood of El Palo for their more local beach! My favorite quiet place to sit and Watch have a coffee in the centro was La Tetería. For a day trip, the beaches in Nerja are crystal clear and so beautiful.
Posted: May 6, 2024It was very good experience, felt safe and ate really good! If you like fish is the fresher, the beach is nice and you can meet people easy without feeling unsafe. Using dating apps is a good option for meeting new people
Posted: April 19, 2024Aisha
Egypt
Malaga is a beautiful and safe city and it’s really nice to be there as a woman and food and music are amazing, I can’t wait to return this summer to visit more cities around Malaga I recommend this beautiful city
Posted: March 27, 2024Zeynep
Spain
Malaga is one of the best places you can travel as a solo female. I felt SO safe there. There are cops EVERYWHERE. The community is young, lively and helpful, and the center of the city is very easy to navigate on foot. During my time there, I joined a pub crawl, two hiking tours, tapas tours and walking tours. All were really fun. After my solo travel, I got a job opportunity in Malaga and moved in. Then I actually realized how safe it was. I’d like to stress this one more time. Nothing ever happens in Malaga. On multiple occasions I walked home alone at 4am, nothing happened. I have never heard of an assault, theft or robery. Only downside to Malaga is that it is too crowded, and can get difficult to find seats at popular restaurants if you don’t have a reservation.
Posted: March 25, 2024Experienced: June, 2023Sylvie
France
Málaga is a great place indeed ! Nice beaches, friendly people, interesting museums, beautiful towns and scenery around. I clearly recommend it. Besides, it's a really safe city and it's easy to get around either by train or bus
Posted: March 1, 2024Experienced: February, 2024Trisha
Spain
- It is a very safe city. I even took walks alone late at night and felt very safe - I started in a budget friendly hostel, it was 14 euros a night. Extremely clean and 20 minutes walking from the beach (Name - Barbatuke Eco Stay) - All the restaurants near the beach are amazing - It is easy to get around the city through bus (1.5 euros a trip)
Posted: January 28, 2024Haya
Spain
Very safe city, just a few neighborhoods to avoid alone late at night. Beautiful beach. Alcazaba is a must-visit, especially during sunset. Clubbing nightlife was good at Sala Gold, lots of international people to meet.
Posted: January 14, 2024Experienced: November, 2022Based on 15 local experiences
Based on 15 local experiences
Lilly
Im an 18 year old girl and never had a issue never felt unsafe, if you don’t bother anyone they won’t bother you you will be fine if you are in the center at any time including night. Only would ever feel unsafe if you are in the area of Palma palmilla or in bad looking areas
Posted: March 11, 2025Raquel
Málaga is very safe, I always walk alone without problems at any hour, and I’ve never been robbed or gotten into any fights. I live in the city center and I talk about my experience of course :) It’s an amazing city.
Posted: January 26, 2025Aline
Hi, my name is Aline, I am Brazilian and I am currently living in Spain. I know, traveling is a passion that a lot of people share nowadays, I believe it is our nature. I am free spirit, I love to learn more about cultures, history and languages. I speak Portuguese, English, Spanish and also studied French, German and Italian for a while but I am yet to find new friends to help me to really learn. I am passionate about life and for me everything that surrounds us is a miracle. Hopefully I will meet new friends here ♥️
Rose
Authentic Soul, into travelling, good dining and wine, reading, meeting new people, languages and family oriented. Happy to meet genuine and honest people all over the world.
Rose
Malaga
2 days
Authentic Soul, into travelling, good dining and wine, reading, meeting new people, languages and family oriented. Happy to meet genuine and honest people all over the world.
amal
Malaga
7 days
im a girI whos being to nearIy every pIace on earth but heardIy speak any Ianguajes, im here because i stay aII over the worId and maIaga and most times i dont have nothing to stay, im a cIan coquette girI im not an oId man so girIies im not a creep dw💗💗
Maria
Hey there:) I am Maria, 19 and I love to see the world^^ I am going on my first ever Solo Trip around Europe and it's exciting - aaah:) I love any kind of deep conversations whether they are about serious topics or the most unreasonable things xD I am looking forward to meeting new people and seeing places I haven't before :) Instagram: yovrl0c41m0m
Tadeja
Heyya ladies, I'm Tadeja, originally from Slovenia, but I have been living in the UK for half a decade! I love travelling - been to nearly all European countries and spent some time living in Greece and in China as well. I speak Slovene, English, Italian, Russian, French and Chinese (Mandarin).