based on 128 experiences from female travelers
Hà
Vietnam
I went to stay in Istanbul (5 days); Bursa (2 days); Safranbolu (2 days); Goreme (1.5 day); travelled in between using Flixbus and saved up by using 2-3 night buses. Bursa was really my favorite with rich historical context and nature as well as kind people. Highly recommended!
Posted: April 29, 2026hamnah
Pakistan
The city has one of the best culture, teas, cats and cigarettes! Although the community is bit rude (the locals) but people who are from the other parts of world were really helpful. I did the budget traveling so overall it was fun and everything within budget. Used public transportation
Posted: April 22, 2026Istanbul is a city with very friendly people, and public transport makes getting around easy. Be ready for plenty of walking, stairs, and hills—it’s a real workout for your legs and lungs! I would recommend avoiding areas with Palestinian flags, as I didn’t feel safe there.
Posted: March 13, 2026Experienced: February, 2026Simona
Bulgaria
we went there by car, it's a challenge to drive there really, the city in general is very friendly and peaceful, especially the old town, we stayed right there it was very beautiful and there was delicious food
Posted: February 28, 2026Based on 406 reports
Based on 406 reports
Zeynep
Mostly is safe and crowded, but I AM WRITING FOR AREAS THAT YOU SHOULD AVOID, and there aint no touristical things anyways, -TARLABASI - its ok at daylight vut leave there after 5pm -Dont be at middle streets after 1 am in anykind of place. -THE PLACES YOU CAN GO AS VIEW, TOURISTICAL ETC. Any kind; -BEBEK, -TAKSIM -BEYOGLU -KADIKOY -ACIBADEM -BESIKTAS -KAPALI CARSI -leave that area after 21:00 Be in crowded after 1 am girlies. BE SAFE, dont go everyclub -If you have any questions don’t...
Posted: May 11, 2026Tuana
It’s not about the safety of the city but the country. I don’t think those in charge are taking enough precautions every place can be dangerous for us, so we have to be careful. Or they should be careful with us💗
Posted: May 5, 2026Ayşin
Depending on what part of Istanbul you are in the safety levels change, if you are in such a crowded touristic place you might get pickpocketed but other than that there isn't much to worry about usually the locals are very helpful overall just be mindful of your belongings and respect the locals
Posted: May 3, 2026its usually safe but still you should be cautious due to bunch of different people bağcılar can be dangerous also I can say be careful in Umraniye as well. besides that its one of the most beautiful cities in the world enjoy!
Posted: April 21, 2026Based on reports from women living in Istanbul, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.
Ebrar
Istanbul
3 days
I am a psychologist living and working in Istanbul. I live with my family consisting mother, father & 2 sisters, but I can host ladies confirmed 💜 I like reading, music, swimming, fitness&yoga… I also trying to complete my Master thesis nowadays.
Seda
Istanbul
2 days
I live in Istanbul. I am 28 years old. I work at the airport and travel whenever I can. I visited 40 cities in Turkey. I'm here for more.