Is Dubai Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
Safety rating
Based on 24 experiences
Based on research and crime data
Safety overview
Safety at night:Safe
Public transportation: Very safe
Street harassment: Low
Petty crimes:Low
Tap water:Safe
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Overall rating
based on 24 experiences
Rating summary
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Group travel experience
Dubai is a very lovely vacation spot. Took a a few days for me to get used to the heat but I enjoyed my stay. I stayed at the first collection JVC and later moved with friends to Rove Hotel around the Marina axis to be able to have access to all the fun places. The food was ok and the view Amazing from my hotel room. Jet ski, target range, and the dessert safari were my favorite activities. I will surely visit another time
Posted: November 19, 2023Family travel experience
Holiday in dubai several times great weather in the winter months, so much to do and now live here. Great attractions, beaches and food. Dubai has some amazing places to eat, relax and enjoy breath taking views. Best sunsets
Posted: November 11, 2023
Hilma (26)
Namibia
Solo travel experience
What can I say about Dubai? The most amazing city in the world! I felt safe and I used to take night walks along Dubai Marina Walk alone. It was so beautiful and I cannot wait to go back soon. Do no skip a boat ride in Dubai Marina. As cheap as AED 100 for 2 hours.
Posted: November 10, 2023Experienced: November, 2017Solo travel experience
I couldn’t wait to leave. It is definitely a very safe, but boring city. I like to travel to experience culture and meet people but everyone I interacted with was not Emirati, but foreign workers. The only thing I liked was the Dubai museum, which is small, but informative. Everything else was man-made and fake.
Posted: October 11, 2023Solo travel experience
I loved Dubai. Have been twice and would do it again. I never felt unsafe. I did a Bedouin desert tour, went up in the Burj Khalifa, watched the musical fountain in front, snow skiing in the world's largest mall, visited the world's largest flower garden and the world's largest butterfly garden, took a water taxi to Old Dubai to the spice market, went up in The Frame and visited the Etihad Museum.
Posted: October 9, 2023Solo travel experience
Dubai is super safe for a woman. I walked at night and felt very safe, there were even taxis (Pink Taxis) which are exclusively for women only. There’s so much to see and do, an epic experience, and highly recommend it. My highlights were the Burj Khalifa, Dancing Fountain, Wild Wadi Waterpark, and skydiving at Skydive Dubai.
Posted: August 9, 2023Solo travel experience
I went to Dubai by myself. I really loved the place, it’s safe and doable for a solo traveler. Did a desert safari, went up to the Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, and ate a lot of food. I had an amazing time.
Posted: August 8, 2023Solo travel experience
I went to Dubai alone and had a wonderful time. It is very modern with lots of travelers. I signed up for several fun tours that I did with others. I did a boat tour of the city and also did a desert safari which was epic. I felt very safe the whole time.
Posted: May 29, 2023Couple travel experience
Interesting Dubai, mix of culture and modern - went to see the Burj Kahlifa, Abu Dhabi, the desert and the local souk. Enjoyed some great food in beautiful places. I went with my partner, visiting friends, and we had a great time
Posted: May 17, 2023Experienced: February, 2023Solo travel experience
I was in Dubai last year alone and it’s the safest I’ve ever felt, even at night I had no problem walking around the marina at 11 pm - I used Kareem which is their version of Uber and everyone was super polite and helpful.
Posted: May 13, 2023Local experiences
I live in Dubai and honestly love it as a woman, we’re so respected. There are some people who stare but you know that you are safe. Even when I go clubbing there are never issues getting taxis, drinking, or wearing whatever I want.
Posted: October 1, 2023We have a metro system that runs along the main road that dissects the city (Sheikh Zayed Road). The suburb where the Museum of the Future is located is predominantly a business district. We’re not a massive walking city, but are seeing improvements on this with walking tracks starting to pop up. I’d recommend accommodation in either Downtown, Marina or the Palm (although downtown is literally two stops on the metro from the museum). Taxis are ridiculously cheap also.
Posted: November 27, 2022Meet locals in Dubai
Rashmi
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About Me
Happy go lucky soul who loves to explore and enjoy life as it comes! I love to eat to my heart's content - no compromise on that 😋 Dancing is my preferred choice of workout. Cows have a special place in my heart ♥️
Countries I’ve Visited
🇨🇳 China, 🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇪 Georgia, 🇮🇳 India, 🇯🇴 Jordan, 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, 🇴🇲 Oman, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇻🇳 Vietnam
Alyn
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A lady with easy smile, who works hard and play harder. like to meet new people, share histories enjoying nice food and drinks. My Instagram: @alynsan
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇮🇩 Indonesia, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇾 Malaysia, 🇵🇾 Paraguay, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇻🇦 Vatican City
Priscila
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About Me
I'm a dancer from Colombia, I'm 26 years old, newly arrived in Dubai. I love meeting new people and spotting new places with historical background and the greenery.
Wardah🌼
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Greetings. My name is Wardah, which is the direct translation for flower in Arabic🌼. IG: wardatipetersen Born and bred in lushes Cape Town. Always keen for a Forrest and Ocean adventure as it reminds me of home. I’m currently residing in Dubai and happy to show anyone around - including my favourite spots. Generally I choose locations based on music. I’m a 90s kid so music is what gets me going. I listen to anything from ethnic/ oriental electronic music to soft rock/ blues. Also love thrifting and markets. Solo traveler who is open minded and not afraid to get down and dirty🧗♀️🏕️. Wasn’t able to travel when I was younger, so the time is now and ready to see what the universe has to offer ✨
Countries I’ve Visited
🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Tanvi
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About Me
29 year old woman who’s reached a crossroads of “what next”. I believe that I have a higher purpose and sitting at home is really limiting my ability to make a difference.
Countries I’ve Visited
🇮🇳 India, 🇰🇪 Kenya, 🇲🇻 Maldives, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇺🇬 Uganda, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇨🇭 Switzerland
Passant
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About Me
Hey, My name is Passant and I'm interested in art, business, cinema, culture, dancing, fashion, food & cuisine, games, shopping and sightseeing
Countries I’ve Visited
🇪🇬 Egypt
Xieri
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About Me
I'm quirky, fun, outdoorsy, friendly, introvert at times...love's nature and meeting people
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇲 Armenia, 🇬🇪 Georgia, 🇶🇦 Qatar, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇴🇲 Oman, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇲🇻 Maldives, 🇮🇷 Iran
NOOR
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I am noor fathima am a positive mentality person I will mingle easily
Countries I’ve Visited
🇮🇳 India
Sarah
About Me
Single mum with teenage children beginning her solo travelling experience
Stay with locals in Dubai
Alyn
Speaking
You can stay for:
3 days
About me
A lady with easy smile, who works hard and play harder. like to meet new people, share histories enjoying nice food and drinks. My Instagram: @alynsan
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇮🇩 Indonesia, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇾 Malaysia, 🇵🇾 Paraguay, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇻🇦 Vatican City
Shamma
You can stay for:
3 days
About me
Hello My name is Shamma ,And i live in UAE. Im 35 years old and i love to travel solo and meet people! I love foood especially Thai, Japanese and Indian food 😍 i love spicy food!
Ivy
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You can stay for:
3 days
About me
Hi, I’m Ivy and I like traveling, may it be, solo, with friends or family but I think, I enjoy solo traveling more as it allows me to discover more about myself and it really is, a unique experience. I don’t know about you, but it feels more empowering and liberating to me and the possibilities are endless. I’m planning a trip to Italy and Croatia in June and I would love to find a travel buddy for a change. Hope to meet you on one of my trips :) Cheers!
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇹 Austria, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇫🇷 France, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇰🇷 South Korea, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇮🇱 Israel
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Zayera
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About Me
Explorer, traveler, interested in nature, wildlife. Like being with locals and experiencing life as locals when I am traveling. Living in Sweden and happy to show you around if you visit Stockholm.
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇧🇼 Botswana, 🇰🇭 Cambodia, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇨🇳 China, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇲 Gambia, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇳 India, 🇮🇷 Iran, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇰🇪 Kenya, 🇲🇷 Mauritania, 🇲🇳 Mongolia, 🇲🇿 Mozambique, 🇳🇦 Namibia, 🇳🇬 Nigeria, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇵🇰 Pakistan, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, 🇸🇨 Seychelles, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇸🇳 Senegal, 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇹🇿 Tanzania, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇺🇾 Uruguay, 🇻🇦 Vatican City, 🇿🇲 Zambia, 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇾 Belarus, 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇲🇦 Morocco
Safety in United Arab Emirates
