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 34 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.3/5

Safety

4.9/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

4/5
Yvonne

Yvonne

Malaysia

Taiwan, Solo travel

Taiwan is definitely a safe destination for solo female travelers. It offers a rich blend of experiences, with areas that showcase modernity alongside traditional charm, especially its iconic Chinese temples.

Posted: November 20, 2024
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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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Is Taiwan safe for women?

Safety index

4.9 /5

Based on 56 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 56 local experiences

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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Taichung

When I walk on the road alone at night, I've never had any experience that strangers talked to me or looked at me all the time, sometimes if you forgot to take your key on the scooter, when you finished shopping and go back to your scooter, the key was still there, people even helped you to put your key in the helmet or leave a note.

Posted: October 28, 2024
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Meet locals in Taiwan

Mia

Mia

About Me

I'm Mia from Taiwan! Traveling is my biggest passion, I believe travelling makes you become a better version of yourself in so many aspects, because of travel I learned how to love and forgive. I'd love to share my story and my skill to everyone 😁

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Wendi

Wendi

About Me

Hi!, My name is Wendi and I'm interested in culture, food & cuisine, fashion and photography. drop me a text on WhatsApp +886-905-950-005 or instagram @wendili if I didn’t respond instantly! Let’s hang, cheers 🍻

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Emily

Emily

Taipei City

Can host for:

1 day

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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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 waste time in exploring. I’m obsessed with beautiful stories.

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Emma

Emma

Taipei

Can host for:

3 days

About me

My name is Emma from Taiwan, Taipei. I am 19 years old have been to fifteen countries. I love traveling, sports and music. Love kids and pets. I can speak fluent English. I’m very friendly and outgoing love to make friends with people from over the world.

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Yuki

Yuki

New Taipei City

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, I’m Yuki from Taiwan🇹🇼. Currently, I’m a Master’s student in bioinformatics. I’ll stay in the UK for an internship in the summer of 2024! I’m friendly and easygoing. Hope to make new friends and find places to stay!

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Oceane

Oceane

Kaohsiung

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, I'm Oceane from Taiwan, love traveling a loooot😚 Currently stay in Australia rn, hope to meet u guys😍

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Pigeon

Pigeon

Taipei

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I am a film maker and volleyball player!

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Areta

Areta

Taipei City

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi! I’m Areta, and I love solo traveling and meeting friends along the way. I have traveled to 21 countries. I can start hosting visitors in Taipei from Mid July as there will be a spare room at my place. I’m also down for a meet-up and I’ll be glad to show you around too!

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Lu

Lu

Changhua County

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hello~ I am Carol. I am new in here. I like to meet new friends, also very welcome people come to Taiwan. Taiwan have lots good food which I love most 😝 I’d love to show you around . Also hope to exchange some experience or story~

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Safety in Taiwan