Is Turkey safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Turkey for solo female travelers?
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based on 259 experiences from female travelers
Hiba
Qatar
Turkey, Solo travel
Lovely volunteering experience with AIESEC, traveled with my best friend which made it all more fun and interesting, was my first trip as an 18 yo girl so its memorable ;) cant wait to see more places
Posted: December 5, 2025Experienced: July, 2019Beyoglu, Solo travel
Honestly a very touristic place that locals doesn’t hang out that much. It’s is more expensive than usual since it’s a touristic area. A lot of nice restaurants,art shops,galleries and museums. It’s not one of those dangerous /avoid going places but (in case you’re clubbing and such) be careful if you’re out after midnight till morning. Avoid going/passing by tarlabaşı.
Posted: November 21, 2025Experienced: November, 2025
Aleksandra
Poland
Turkey, Family travel
It was fun. Of course they where trying to sell something to me but I didn’t mind bargaining I liked it a lot actually. Place is nice and history interesting. For family vacation perfect. And the sweets they have!..Amazinge
Posted: November 12, 2025
Marion
Togo
Osmaniye, Family travel
Osmaniye is a small town that is worth visiting for its proximity to nature and the historical sites around it. The cost of living is relatively low, and the food is very good because it is fresh and local. We stayed with friends, so we didn't have any accommodation costs. The city is very safe, we have walks in the later evening. I highly recommend the walk to Karaçay Şelalesi and a visit to Kastabala Castle. Don't hesitate to go and meet the locals, you're sure to have a wonderful time.
Posted: October 26, 2025Experienced: August, 2025
Meruyert
Slovakia
Istanbul, Family travel
Istanbul was stunning—views, mosques, food—but I didn’t always feel safe. Daytime felt fine; at night around Taksim/Istiklal I met pushy touts, catcalling, and a taxi scam attempt. Keep valuables close, stick to lit streets, and use taxi apps. I’d still recommend it, just use big-city caution.
Posted: October 25, 2025How safe is Turkey for women?
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BEGÜM
Sarıyer Merkez
Istanbul is not safe at night generally but Sarıyer is one of the safe places here. There not any bars, coffees or shops open late at night. Therefore, there is no nightlife. I can say walking here, side of the coast is safe.
Posted: January 12, 2026Ankara
It is okay i guess. But if you are a solo girl be careful in nights. Some elderly people don't like strangers. And there are creepy mans who are drunk at nights and try to rob you. Not very common though. I never encounter with them. But we heard news. It is best to be careful rather than sorry
Posted: January 5, 2026Beylikdüzü
In my experience Beylikdüzü has always been very safe! Sometimes we would walk late at night and the streets would be lit up well, there would be no people. Generally there would never be any trouble!
Posted: December 29, 2025
Dilara
Istanbul
I went to Europe last summer and visit a couple of cities. I have to say that Istanbul is really safe than any capital in europe. There is police everywhere, you can sit next to them, yıu can buy a "simit" from them, but you couldnt know if they are a police. Ofcourse there are some streets you shouldnt enter, it is a city which has 20million people inside. But it is really a low possibility that you could get harm especially in touristic locations.
Posted: December 25, 2025Istanbul
Its pretty safe but be careful at crowded areas, I ve living in this city and never witnessed any crime but see it in news , you can feel comfortable do not worry about it, maybe you should be careful about taxi drivers when they see a tourist but use MARTI app for taxi
Posted: December 18, 2025Safety in Turkey
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Beyza
Diyarbakir
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hey, I’m Beyza. I’m 19, obsessed with traveling, and currently on a mission: 19 countries before I turn 20. I’m spending my gap year exploring the world while collecting ideas for my future social enterprise. Yes, I travel like I’m running a field research project. In September 2026, I’m planning to start university in either Italy or the US. I love meeting new people, spontaneous plans, getting lost (and then pretending it was part of the plan), and analyzing every city like a case study. Ig: Wispybeyza
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Zehra
Batman
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I was born in the US. I grew up mostly in Turkiye and I’ve traveled across the country. I’ve lived abroad too. I have travelled many times . I travel abroad every year especially for my birthday in January. So far, I have been to many European countries. I’m a full time teacher currently working in Batman, a historical gem! I spend summers traveling and doing my hobbies, like archery and paragliding . I love animals and I have a blind cat named Patchy
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