Is Alanya Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Alanya is relatively safe for solo female travelers. Turkish people are generally hospitable and respectful towards guests. However, it's always important for solo travelers to be observant and adopt sensible precautions. Respect local customs and dress appropriately, especially during religious occasions. The safest areas are those that are highly populated or touristy areas, while areas that are isolated or less populated require more caution.

Safety rating

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Alanya is currently ranked #36 safest place in Turkey for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Alanya?

Safety at night:Safe

Alanya has a generally low crime rate and is considered a safe city for solo female travelers. As always, it's important to stay vigilant, especially at night. Stick to well-lit, populated areas when walking after dark. Turks are known for their hospitality, and many are willing to assist if need be. That said, petty crimes such as pickpocketing can occur, so keep your belongings secure at all times. In case of any emergency, the Turkish police service is reliable.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Alanya, is generally safe and highly efficient. Buses and taxis are the primary modes of transport and they operate seamlessly with no reported incidents of harassment for solo female travelers. However, always exercise a degree of caution: beware of pickpockets in crowded areas, and avoid traveling alone at night. The drivers tend to respect traffic laws, the vehicles are usually well-maintained, and incidents of crime are not common. Knowing a bit of the local language can enhance your overall experience, as not all drivers speak English.

Street harassment:Low

Alanya in Turkey generally has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Most locals are respectful, particularly in touristic areas where interactions are often professional. However, occasional stares or over-friendly behavior can be experienced, usually from people trying to sell goods or services. Always be alert and prioritize your safety.

Petty crimes:Moderate

Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and purse snatching do happen in crowded tourist areas of Alanya. It's especially common in bazaars and beaches. However, the local authorities have amped up police presence in such areas, helping to maintain overall safety. It's always advisable to be cautious with your personal belongings, stay vigilant in crowded areas and avoid isolated spots, particularly at night.

Is Alanya worth visiting?

Anita

Finland

Solo travel

Hello, I have been in Turkey many times and first I fell for Side. It's a wonderful place! But then in Alanya I found friends (Turkish) of course) the thing is that if you get one real friend there Ups! you have a lot of them. Genuin Turkish people are really hospitable and caring.I feel really safe there.

Posted: September 21, 2024Experienced: August, 2024

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Group travel

In general we felt safe, but we stayed mostly in our hotel & the area around. The place was really touristic & nearby were a lot of opportunities to go shopping. The water sport and other activities were pretty expensive. But the people were very nice and welcoming.

Posted: July 23, 2024

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Is Alanya safe for women?

Merve

Alanya is a small city, it’s pretty safe to travel alone. People here protect and look after each other. You can always ask for help to anyone and they will help you with anything. Beware of scammers, they may charge slightly higher prices than normal.

Posted: January 30, 2025

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