Is Taiwan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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Yana
Philippines
Taipei, Solo travel
Taipeiš¹š¼ was much more better than I expected! People here are super friendly, many of th speak English really well, weather was not disappointing at all (expect for 1 rainy day). And the most pleasant I could meet Aneta - we were hanging out for 2 days here visiting so many spots! Be prepared to spend a lot on bubble tea and good food:) and if you want to have Taiwan locations which we saved on Google map, write me here or on instagram:) yanart_black
Posted: October 11, 2026
Mitzi
Austria
Taipei, Couple travel
We went there to visit Jiufen, that town famous for the Spirited Away alike look. Jiufen was fascinating as expected. And street food in Taiwan is really good, they cook real quick and well at that minimalist kitchen on the street :D
Posted: March 29, 2026
R
Taiwan
Taitung, Solo travel
This is my second time visiting Taitung. Taitung is very friendly for solo travelers, whether it's the local residents or the routes (I'm terrible with directions and still had no problems š). It's a place to get away from the noisy city, say goodbye to a busy mind, and find a place where your heart can settle. The peaceful east coast, riding alone on Route 11, with mountains on the left and the sea on the right, gives a feeling of being protected, which moved me and made me feel very at ease....
Posted: March 11, 2026Experienced: February, 2026
Taiwan, Couple travel
Very worth going! This is the most respectful country I have ever been to. We did a whole round to the island in roughly two weeks but would recommend even more time to do so. Each area has its own cultural influences. Hiking is a must. Also checkout islands if you have the opportunity. On a side note I am celiac, it wasn't easy but I was able to purchase gluten-free soja sauce and talk my way through the local markets and restaurants. Speaking Chinese will help a lot.
Posted: October 8, 2025Experienced: October, 2024
Kelly
United Kingdom
Taiwan, Solo travel
Iād like to preface that Iām a fluent Chinese speaker and I was born and raised in Hong Kong which is very close to Taiwan so we have similar cultures and a lot of mutual influence, so I could be biased. That being said, I think Taiwan should definitely be your next country to visit. To start with safety, Iād say itās one of the safest countries in the world. I didnāt encounter any harassment or spot any suspicious guy. I heard from many female travellers also share the same enjoyable...
Posted: June 25, 2025
Taipei, Family travel
Taipei was so much fun, I was very young when I went there however the night markets were so much fun and food was so delicious. I travelled with family so we all stuck together, some things were a bit sketchy but as long as you stick to the brightly lit areas youāre fine.
Posted: June 22, 2025
Ida
Germany
Taipei, Group travel
I travelled to Taiwan, Taipeh with my friends and had the best time ever! The food was the best I had in a long time and for the price it was too good to be true. I felt so safe in Taipeh and never had any issues with feeling uncomfortable. But also around Taipeh I was so impressed by the nature. I highly recommend going there!!
Posted: April 13, 2025
Vivi
Singapore
Taiwan, Solo travel
Toured around taiwan, not just taipei. I felt super safe even when strolling around at night! Taiwan is pretty convenient to get around too. The people are nice and the food is pretty nice and inexpensive.
Posted: March 8, 2025Experienced: September, 2024
Charlotte
Taiwan
Taipei, Solo travel
I felt really safe in Taipei, the weather was nice, and the food was delicious. I stayed at WoW Hostel in Ximending, it was cheap and the beds were good, with curtains and a lockers. It was sometimes a bit noisy but it is normal is this neither, I didn't mind. Staff was friendly too. Taipei is really great for museums and culture ! I loved it
Posted: December 13, 2024Experienced: October, 2024
Natalie
United States
Taiwan, Solo travel
Taiwan was very very safe. It is also extremely cheap and affordable. I stayed at hostels which were very affordable, clean, safe, and quite luxurious actually. Lots of delicious food there everywhere you go.
Posted: September 25, 2024Is Taiwan safe for women?
Delicia
New Taipei City
I live in New New Taipei City, the largest city in Taiwan that surrounds the capital, Taipei. Itās an extremely safe place (you can walk alone at night with complete peace of mind), super convenient, and diverse. I love that it bridges urban life with stunning natureāfrom mountains to coastal spots like Jiufen and Tamsui. Itās the perfect home base to explore northern Taiwan!
Posted: November 10, 2026
Theo
Taipei
As a girl walking on the street at night I rarely encounter any harassment and usually people are hanging out there until midnight so it is relatively safe compared to 80% of the world. Yet still avoid some places like I would say Linsen North Road or at Wanghua at night.
Posted: September 12, 2026Taipei
you can wander the streets at 2am alone and there is cctv everywhere, plus most people would help if anything goes awry. people leave their phones and wallets on the table when they go to the bathroom.
Posted: July 10, 2026
Lynne
Taipei
Very safešwelcome! You can walk around even late at night without worrying too much, and there are always shops open 24/7, so itās really convenient. The city feels quite lively even at midnight, which makes it a great place to explore anytime.
Posted: May 30, 2026
Nelia
Taoyuan District
Basically I would say you are 99% safe if you take a walk on the street in the middle of the night. However , for your own safety, keep alert for that 1% situation would still be recommended. If you feel unsafe or require some help, there are always late night stands or 7-11s that light the night for you.
Posted: May 11, 2026
YiChen
Taipei
I would say Taipei and Taiwan is a very safe country. People are friendly and willing to help to each others. Girls you donāt have to worry about anything. I love biking and walking at midnight alone.
Posted: May 10, 2026Safety in Taiwan
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Delicia
Taipei
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
About Me // (EspaƱol abajo) Hi! Iām Delicia, a photographer from Taiwan. Iām a lacto-ovo vegetarian, an indie music head (loving Spanish/Latin pop & rock!), and a Spanish learner. I value host-guest connections and love sharing good conversations. When hosting in Taipei, Iād be happy to show you around my favorite local spots! Iām also planning future trips to Northern Spain, Canada, Mexico, and Los Angeles. As a guest or host, Iām respectful, clean, easygoing, and independent. What I Can Shareļ¼ 1ļ¼Local Tips & Hangouts: Happy to grab a drink, chat, and introduce you to Taipeiās hidden gems. 2ļ¼Music & Stories: Great indie playlists, travel tales, and local cultural insights. 3ļ¼ Photos: Gladly take a nice portrait of you or capture warm moments! - //Sobre mĆ // Ā”Hola! Soy Delicia, fotĆ³grafa de TaipĆ©i, TaiwĆ”n. Soy vegetariana (lactoovovegetariana), me apasiona la mĆŗsica independiente (Ā”me encanta el pop y rock espaƱol y latinoamericano!) y estoy aprendiendo espaƱol. Valoro mucho la conexiĆ³n entre anfitriĆ³n y huĆ©sped y me encanta compartir buenas conversaciones. Cuando reciba gente en TaipĆ©i, Ā”estarĆ© encantada de mostrarles mis rincones locales favoritos! TambiĆ©n estoy planeando futuros viajes al norte de EspaƱa, CanadĆ”, MĆ©xico y Los Ćngeles. Como huĆ©sped o anfitriona, soy respetuosa, limpia, independiente y fĆ”cil de tratar. āļøLo que puedo compartirļ¼ 1ļ¼ Consejos locales y quedadas: Encantada de tomar algo, charlar y mostrarte las joyas ocultas de TaipĆ©i. 2ļ¼ MĆŗsica e historias: Excelentes listas de mĆŗsica independiente, historias de viajes y cultura local. 3ļ¼ FotografĆa: Ā”Con gusto te harĆ© un buen retrato o capturarĆ© bonitos momentos durante la estancia!
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Emily
Taipei City
Can host for:
1 night
About me
Hello, I am Emily from Taiwan, I am 25 and will study in Finland in August. I am easy going, kind, clean and polite. I would like to meet people and new cultures around the world. I can bring handmade pottery for you, which is created by my mother.
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Ju
Hsinchu County
Can host for:
1 night
About me
Hi hi I'm Julia aka Jonny, I'm a student studying in accounting. I live in Hsinchu, Taiwan. I love travelling and making new friends. I'm also a scout! And i love playing volleyball and basketball š
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IRIS
Taipei
Can host for:
7 nights
About me
I'm 18 years old and a nursing student, but I'm not interested in nursing and am still exploring my own path. I hope to travel to many countries and make female friends who share my interests. My interests include learning about history and different cultures
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Yarong
Taichung
Can host for:
5 nights
About me
Hi guys! Iām from Taiwan, always a traveler so I wanna meet some friends on the road, if you also love animals, nice food and coffee/matcha, long walk or picnics ā¦ just hit me up!
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Shu
Taichung
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hey Iām Shu from Taiwan. Currently Iām in Belgium for a year of working holiday! Iād like to experience new things and meet new people!
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Lilian
Taipei
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
After working for 15 years, I am now focusing on LIVING. Some people call it sabbatical, but Iām not sure if thatās the correct term š¤·š¾āāļø Daily meditation, you would find me in nature much more than in the city now. But I definitely come with built-in recommendation for traveling in Taiwan :)
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Jasmine
Taoyuan
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Iām Jasmine from Taiwan. I work for the government as a civil engineer. I used to study engineering related to the Cold Climate in Europe. Copenhagen, Greenland and Svalbard. So I will be happy to share my experience living in the Arctic. And also if I get host from you, Iāll either bring Taiwanese souvenirs or cook Taiwanese dishes for you. Taiwanese are proud of our food. I canāt say I can cook well but at least hope it will be specialš First time using this app but I had few experiences from Couchsurfing. Iām a polite person and respect the house rule. If you have any more questions just let me know
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Eshing
Taichung
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi Iām Eshing! Now Iām going on my solo trip a whole month which is my first time visit Europe. I speak Chinese, Korean and English. Love to talk to people in person and exchange our thoughts. Exploring delicious foods and every citiesā own atmosphere through the street are my biggest fun while traveling. Hope we can have a good time!
Sara
Taipei
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hello! Iām Sara from Taiwan. Iām an easy-going and humorous person! Iām an English teacher. :) ( I can speak easy Korean too. Haha!) I have learned Korean for 4 years. I love to read books, travel, scuba diving.
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