Is Valencia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Valencia is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. It has low crime rates and the locals are usually very friendly and helpful. However, like in any large city, it's recommended to stay alert, especially during the night and in less crowded areas.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 27 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.3 /5

Based on 40 experiences from local women

Valencia is currently ranked #62 safest place for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Valencia?

Safety at night:Safe

Valencia is generally a safe city to navigate at night. The city areas are well-lit and populated. However, as always, it's advised to stay alert, avoid poorly lit or deserted areas, and take care of personal belongings because pickpocketing can occur.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Valencia is generally safe. Buses, trams, and the metro are frequented by locals and tourists alike, with a reliable and extensive service. You'll find ample security measures, including surveillance cameras and police presence especially in main transit hubs on busy times. As with any other city, always be aware of your surroundings and watch out for pickpocketing, especially during peak hours when trains and buses could get crowded.

Street harassment:Low

Valencia generally is regarded as a safe city for solo female travelers. Instances of street harassment are relatively low compared to other large cities. However, like any other place, it is always best to remain vigilant, especially late at night or in less crowded areas.

Petty crimes:Low

Valencia is generally safe and incidences of petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching are relatively low. However, it is always worth taking precautions such as not flaunting expensive belongings in public locations, especially in crowded areas and tourist hotspots. As an extra precaution, you may also want to carry a bag with theft-prevention features or keep your belongings close to you at all times.

Is Valencia worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 27 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.4/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.2/5

Jimena

Mexico

Family travel

I traveled to Valencia with my brother and it was an incredible experience. I did feel that Valencia has its own culture, they’re Valencian before they’re Spanish. I really liked this experience there was a lot of cool museum to visit and the food was amazing. Definitely don’t forget to visit the main market.

Posted: August 13, 2025

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Solo travel

I feel really safe in Valencia The life is not really expensive compared to France there is not a lot of things to do but it si a beautiful town and you can go the the beach and go out to walk in the town and close to the opera it a really beautiful !

Posted: August 11, 2025Experienced: December, 2023

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Solo travel

I felt quite safe, I was mainly visiting the city centre, Jezus district and I walked around the beach quite a lot. I would reccommend booking accommodation in the city centre, as there are a lot of people there at all times and it's more tourists friendly.

Posted: June 26, 2025Experienced: December, 2024

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Lisa

Norway

Solo travel

I was in Valencia for a bit more than a week, and while I stayed with friends I got to explore the city a little bit. I particularly enjoyed to walk to the beaches, and to run through the park that used to be a river. My absolutely favorite thing was to visit the fresh food markets, and in particular the smaller local ones. My picture is from a market in Russafa. Even though I don't speak much Spanish, a few words and a positive attitude got me very far while speaking to the old market ladies. Que mas? Valencia has plenty of little cute shops, cafes and bars. Be aware that most places close at 14:00 or 15:00 for a mid day pause before re-opening for dinner later, so don't wait too long to eat your mid day meal. I didn't really go to any expensive paid attractions since I was mostly there to visit friends and see the city for the first time. It was enough for me to experience daily life in the city and enjoy the new food and drinks, figuring out the metro system and wrapping my head around everything unfamiliar. I would love to go back sometime.

Posted: May 10, 2025Experienced: March, 2025

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I got a very nice accommodation with an elderly woman, near the center. I enjoyed the sun, the very good food and the friendly atmosphere. Overall it was a marvelous experience, to walk through the streets, on the beach promenade, and meet new people everywhere.

Posted: April 23, 2025Experienced: July, 2023

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Is Valencia safe for women?

Safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 40 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 40 local experiences

Nuria

Valencia is mostly safe but you have to check the zones you're at, like cabanyal, els orriols, marxalenes that are some problematic zones, the center or benimaclet and university zones are mostly safer

Posted: October 4, 2025

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