Is Galle safe for solo female travelers?
Galle is known to be quite safe for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and respectful, and crime rates are relatively low. Daytime travel is generally safe and trouble-free, but, like anywhere, it is wise to exercise some caution at night. Public transport and tourist areas are largely secure, though it's advised to keep a close watch on belongings to guard against pickpockets. It's always a great idea to respect local customs and dress appropriately especially when visiting religious sites.
Safety rating
Galle is currently ranked #9 safest place in Sri Lanka for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.
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How safe is Galle for female travelers?
Group travel
Truly everything went well just don’t go alone anywhere I did that and almost got raped by a group of men I went to the beach after sunset to get some fresh air and they started following me. Please don’t make the same mistake as me.
Posted: August 27, 2025 0
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Group travel
I felt generally safe. I visited there with my girlfriends and we weren't disturbed or interrupted by any one. We mostly walked. The food inside the fort is bit more expensive but not too much. We didn't spend that much because we are students and we were on a tight budget but maybe around 3000 LKR for each? It was a one day trip so we didn't spend the night anywhere but our home. But I think there are many safe place around
Posted: August 13, 2025Experienced: April, 2025 0
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