based on 6 experiences from female travelers
Manchester is a really good city to travel alone. There so many thing to do! I visited the viaduct, the esea contemporary, the musuem of art, the library.... The city is so warm, there's people everywhere. The food is delicious! And you can just walk on the street and look at the house...that's so beautiful!
Posted: November 12, 2025Experienced: September, 2025Britters
Australia
Spent 3 nights in Manchester solo, all you need is 1 full day unless there is something specific you want to do. I didn't find it as exciting or friendly as London or Bristol which I loved and would go back to again. It is possible there is something I missed though! Safety wise it was very average. I had some concerns because I googled just before I got there (I am inherently a very nervous person) and it seems regarded as a pretty dodgy place. It was honestly fine but I didn't stay out very late at night. There was a lady who came up to me and gave me a story about being on her way to an abortion and needed money for transportation. Next thing I knew I was getting £20 out of the atm and she literally took the note so fast and was off on her way. I felt kinda dumb. My advice is don't engage at all.
Posted: March 4, 2025Experienced: July, 2023It was a big city, it was a bit loud but pretty. Much to see. I felt somewhat safe, saw people smoking weed in the streets. The food could have been better, much junk food chains. It was a bit cheap.
Posted: October 2, 2024Manchester is an absolutely gorgeous city. I can highly recommend going to museums as they offer a variety of interesting things. Apart from that I never felt so safe in terms of being Queer, I think the existence of the “gay village” existing says it all. Neurodivergency was also not a problem, when I was overwhelmed in the museum of Manchester, the staff kindly showed me to the dedicated quiet space. You need to come here if you love diversity, whether it’s in people, architecture or activities. Just awesome!
Posted: July 26, 2024Based on 33 local experiences
Based on 33 local experiences
It's safe during the day. But it is still a big city so at night you have to be aware of your surroundings and not walk alone at night unless its a busy space. As long as your careful you will be fine
Posted: July 14, 2025Irem
I believe Manchester is a relatively safe city, especially when compared to other major urban areas around the world. Like any large city, it has its share of crime, but for the most part, it offers a secure environment for residents, students, and tourists. The city has a strong police presence, especially in busy areas such as the city centre, Northern Quarter, and around universities.
Posted: May 13, 2025Eva
Manchester is very busy so it feels like there is safety in numbers. Streets are well lit. And there's lots going on in the centre of the city. I feel much safer here than in comparable cities like London or Birmingham.
Posted: May 1, 2025Same with most places. Don't go out walking in the dark alone. If you drink and are solo, don't get really drunk. I stick to south Manchester and city centre some greater Manchester towns are pretty rough.
Posted: April 25, 2025Kat
Manchester
3 days
Please note im not hosting!! Hello! I'm Kat, love solo travelling after being fortunate to travel SE Asia in my 20s. I'm kind, considerate, open minded and respectful. I'm curious about the world, philosophy, space , music and enjoy learning and engaging with new people. Community is important and I think that sense of interconnectedness doubles when travelling and meeting unexpected new friends along the way. I have a wicked sense of humour, love bringing in laughter.
Nala
Manchester
3 days
Hiii 👋🏽 I'm Nala, 32 Mancunian Mixed race girl. I love to travel✈️, meet new people, laugh🤭 and love life. I speak English and Arabic and have travelled🧳 a fair bit. Would love to get back into travelling, making new friends💃🏽 to share stories and experiences🪂 with. I'm out going, sociable, love trying new things, friendly and a big foodie😋🍲.
Maristel
Manchester
Hi! I’m Maristel. I’m from Peru, but I currently live in Manchester, UK🇬🇧 I work in marketing, and I recently finished a master’s degree in sustainability. I love traveling and creating connections with people from around the world🌎 Something I love about this continent (Europe) is the diversity of the people living here💛It’s amazing to see how good connections can be formed among individuals from very different countries, cultures, religions, etc. I think that’s beautiful! Even though I’m very new in Manchester, I’m happy to give advice to travelers coming here or to the UK in general :)
Kelly
Manchester
Hellooooo I’m Kelly and originally from Hong Kong but now on a working holiday in the UK and have moved to Manchester since 2025. I don’t really have any goals in life or a particular passion for anything so i’m always just wandering around by myself to see what really sparks my interest. Currently I’m into photography but very amateur, and also gardening i’m planting some strawberries and they are growing very well:)) Oh I also like music and movies, i know everyone has a Slipknot phase but i’m still in mine, i used to work in a cinema as an usher just to take a sneak peek at the new movies during breaks, love me Ghibli, my favourite animes of all time are Fullmetal Alchemist and Evangelion (I know pretty basic but based) My native language is Cantonese but I’m also fluent in Mandarin and English, know a bit of Japanese and Spanish which I definitely want to be more fluent! Also i love the cartoon show Moomin, it’s my dream to visit Finland and see them in Moomin World, maybe i can meet Santa Claus as well :)) I’m planning to travel around the UK and Europe before my 26th birthday in November so look forward to seeing you all beautiful faces xx