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San Sebastian is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Police presence is noticeable and most areas are well-lit, even at night. Public transportation is reliable and safe. However, like any other location, it is still recommended to take precautions, especially during late hours. Always be aware of your surroundings, use common sense, and avoid poorly lit and deserted areas whenever possible. Theft from pickpockets, a common issue in many tourist destinations, can sometimes occur, so keeping your belongings secure is crucial.

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Safety at night:Safe

San Sebastian is generally quite safe at night. The city is well-lit, and people, including solo female travelers, frequently walk alone without incident. Criminal activities are relatively low, particularly violent crime. It's always important, however, to stay on guard and follow basic safety precautions, such as staying in populated areas and avoiding dark, isolated spots.

Public transportation: Safe

Public transportation, including buses and trains in San Sebastian, is generally safe and reliable. Some precautions such as avoiding late-night travel and always being aware of your belongings are advisable. Instances of pickpocketing or petty crime do occur, but they are not widespread. As a solo female traveler, you should feel relatively secure, however, it is always important to remain alert to your surroundings.

Street harassment: Low

San Sebastian is generally a safe and respectful city with most locals being welcoming and courteous. Instances of street harassment are infrequent, though like anywhere, can occur occasionally. A culture of respect for personal space predominates, however, precaution should always be taken, especially during evening hours in less populated areas.

Petty crimes:Low

San Sebastian is a relatively safe city with petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching being the most common. These types of incidents are primarily in crowded tourist areas and on public transport. However, the overall frequency is quite low. As always, it's essential to stay vigilant and aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas.

Tap water:Very safe

The tap water in San Sebastian is of high quality and is safe for consumption. It undergoes strict control processes to ensure its quality. Regular tests are conducted for any possible pollutants, making it perfectly safe to drink directly from the tap.

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Things to do

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Safety

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Solo travel experience

Had a great time there. Amazing place to have some hiking tours over the day and some food in the old town in the evenig. Ocean is perfect for a cool swim after a exhausting day. Definitely coming back one day. Can really recommend to have some of the best cheescake here.

Posted: May 8, 2023Experienced: April, 2023

Things to do: 4/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5

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