Is Taiwan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Taiwan is generally considered very safe for solo female travelers. The crime rate is pretty low, particularly against tourists. Public transportation is reliable and convenient, including late at night, and it's not uncommon for women to also be out alone. The locals are typically helpful and respectful, so you can expect to feel comfortable while traveling around. However, like any global cities, it is always important to take basic precautions, such as not wandering into less populated areas late at night.

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How safe is Taiwan?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Taiwan is generally considered safe for solo female travelers even at night. Cities are well-lit, with busy streets full of locals and tourists. Public transportation is reliable, and crime rates are low. However, like anywhere else in the world, exercising standard precautions such as not venturing into less crowded or dimly lit areas at night is recommended.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Taiwan's public transportation is known for its excellent safety and efficiency. From High-Speed Rail to the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit), buses, and taxis, all modes of public transport are reliable and widely used by locals and tourists alike. The stations and vehicles are clean and well-maintained, plus, most have security features like cameras and regular police presence. The signage and announcements in English also make it easy to navigate. Women traveling alone, even late at night, generally feel safe when using public transportation in Taiwan.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Very low

Taiwan is generally a safe country for solo female travelers. The locals are known for their politeness and respect towards others. Street harassment or catcalling is a rare occurrence, and it's highly unlikely that you will face any during your trip. Still, it’s always important to stay alert and cautious, as with any place you travel to.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Taiwan is a relatively safe country with low crime rates. Petty crimes such as theft or pickpocketing do occur, albeit infrequently, often in crowded places like markets or public transportation. However, local law enforcement is vigilant, and measures are often in place to deter such activities, therefore, the risk of encountering such situations remains low.

Is Taiwan worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 35 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.4/5

Safety

4.9/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

4/5

Taipei, Solo travel

I recommend staying in Taipei for a couple days! My biggest recommendation is tot ur Taiwanese breakfast! Fan Tuan is a breakfast food in Taiwan and it’s basically a rice ball with stuff in it. It’s super cheap at around 40 twd :)

Posted: October 2, 2024
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Natalie

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, 2024
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Chloe

Chloe

Australia

Taiwan, Solo travel

I felt safe in Taiwan. It’s really suitable for solo trip. The transition is really convenient. I recommend everyone to visit there. If you have any questions about Taiwan. I could try my best to reply to you. :)

Posted: August 17, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Taiwan, Solo travel

I feel safe in Taiwan. The food is superb. Love all the vegetarian food. The weather is nice. People are friendly and met many great friends during the travel. I love the food here that's the main reason I came here 🤣.

Posted: August 15, 2024
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Sulenni

Sulenni

Singapore

Taiwan, Solo travel

It's very safe in Taiwan. As a backpacker who was in Southeast Asia, Taiwan is considered more expensive and is comparable to the cost one would incur in Singapore. As there are many delicious street food in Taiwan, it's good to make friends and have people to share the food together! Hostels in Taiwan are more expensive on the weekends as the locals are also traveling within their country. Good to book in advance if you're moving cities over the weekend.

Posted: July 10, 2024
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Taiwan, Solo travel

I travelled all around the island, half of it by public transportation, and half bu hitchhiking. It was such an amazing experience! People are very nice and helped us a lot in many ways. Food and transportation aren't that expensive, but accommodation can be. I was hosted a couple of times, camped outside and stayed in hostels. If you decide to stay in a hostel/hotel, you better book in advance, at least a day prior. Taiwanese are pragmatic and organized people, and would be too surprised or feel uncomfortable if you suddenly look for an accommodation. For transportation, it's very easy. Just buy the Easy card and use for buses, trains, and subway!

Posted: June 7, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Amrita

Amrita

United States

Taiwan, Solo travel

Taiwan is a very safe country for female travellers. It was super simple to solo travel because the trains and bus make it easy to get around and people are helpful. I recommend visiting taipei, juifen, sun moon lake and hualien. The nature is beyond stunning here.

Posted: June 4, 2024Experienced: September, 2023
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Taipei, Solo travel

It is safe and lively, it has well organized and highly developed public transportations and infrastructure. People are friendly, so many fun activities can do. Food are tasty, weather is nice during the spring.

Posted: April 23, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Taipei, Group travel

I was in Taipei for 3 days. The weather was a bit gloomy during Chinese New Year. We move around with MRT, bus and local train. The service is top notch. On time, cheap and clean. Food is average for me. It's People are polite and helpful if you try to communicate effectively. Taipei is the most safest city especially for solo female traveller. You can walk the street without so much worries. Accept the scooters. They are a bit reckless. I went with a group but will do it solo next time.

Posted: March 31, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
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Taiwan, Solo travel

Taipei was incredibly safe, the people are very friendly and willing to help! There were a variety of activities, including hiking, local street markets and specialty coffee places. It was relatively affordable (especially the food) and I recommend staying at a hostel called Star Hostel Taipei East, which was clean and comfortable.

Posted: March 22, 2024
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Is Taiwan safe for women?

Safety index

4.9 /5

Based on 57 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 57 local experiences

Taichung

Taichung is a safe city. When you go to a coffee shop, you can just leave your bag or cell phone on your seat and just go to counter to order. If you leave your laptop on your seat and go to toilet, that is also fine. Basically you don’t need to worry about stolen or being robbed. The safety of this city is pretty good.

Posted: December 3, 2024
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Peiyu

Peiyu

Taiwan

If you drop something on public place, most of the time, you can get it back. People are friendly to offer help, even though you don’t know the local language, they tried their best to communicate with you

Posted: October 30, 2024
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Meet locals in Taiwan

Kate

Kate

About Me

Hi, I'm from Taiwan. I stayed in Canada for a while before and would love to meet new people and make friends.

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Lynn

Lynn

About Me

I am a language and culture teacher. I like to travel and learn other cultures. I can share cooking,qigong,art and crafts training experience

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Stay with locals in Taiwan

Lynn

Lynn

Central Taiwan Science Park Commercial District

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I am a language and culture teacher. I like to travel and learn other cultures. I can share cooking,qigong,art and crafts training experience

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Chun

Chun

Taipei

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi folks, I’m from Taiwan. I know, a bit far and tiny, but we are strong people and live within beautiful mountains and surrounded by amazing heart-warming human beings. I tend to discover the unknown areas. Talk with locals, spend some time together. I like wasting time in exploring. I’m obsessed with beautiful stories.

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Upcoming visitors to Taiwan

Karin

Karin

About Me

Hey! I’m Karin from Singapore. I love cooking, music, and movies. I’m happy to share my culture with you and to look at things from a different perspective. :)

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Jackie

Jackie

About Me

New to solo traveling!

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Safety in Taiwan