Is Madison safe for solo female travelers?

Madison, is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Crime rates are relatively low compared to larger American cities. However, like in any other city worldwide, it's always important to be aware of your surroundings and take common-sense precautions, particularly at night. High presence of police forces and well-lit streets facilitate your sense of security.

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How safe is Madison for solo female travelers?

Solo travel

I had so much fun in Madison last August. It’s a very charming city with lots of outdoor activities and foods to try. The bar scene is huge due to the college campus so going out is an obvious choice when visiting.

Posted: August 3, 2024
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Madison was oh-so-charming! I love the Victorian architecture and history. One of the cutest cities I’ve visited - can’t wait to go back at some point! I stayed at the Mansion Hill Inn, which was breathtaking and had top-notch customer service. Everyone I encountered in Madison was so friendly! A highlight of my trip was touring the elaborate capitol building. I took so many photos, and it was great to learn so much about its history! There are also great museums and restaurants.

Posted: February 29, 2024Experienced: August, 2023
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How safe is Madison for women?

Local safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 11 local experiences

Local crime index

1.7 /5

Based on 11 local experiences

Noémie

Noémie

I stayed in Madison for a month in January/February. I often went for walks at night because the days are short in winter, and I always felt safe. I did everything on foot or by public transportation, day and night, and no one bothered me, but I did sometimes encounter drug addicts on the bus. It can be stressful traveling alone at night, so I usually sat near the driver in those cases!

Posted: October 7, 2025
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I feel overall it is pretty safe! Everywhere you go has not great neighborhoods but most here are pretty safe. Its very family friendly, and community based honestly.i wouldnt say I have any complaints to share.

Posted: September 1, 2025
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Generally safe. Theft is big. Don't walk around downtown alone at night. Homelessness is a big issue downtown as well- you're likely to be approached if you're on your own downtown at night, so best avoid that.

Posted: August 11, 2025
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Maddie

Maddie

Madison

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2 days

About me

Hi, I'm Maddie! Sometimes pinked-haired, sometimes not. I've lived in the Midwestern United States my whole life and am finally getting out to travel the world! My favorite spots so far are: Reykjavik, the Alps, and the Rockies. I have three big goals for traveling: 1) Experience culture and nature 2) Try chocolate from every country 3) Visit as many (ethical) zoos and aquariums as I can Want to know some cool spots up in Wisconsin? I gotchu!

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Hazel

Hazel

Madison

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey! I’m originally from Alaska and moved to Wisconsin to care for my boyfriend. I love traveling and adventure, learning new cultures and languages, and making friends!

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Katie

Katie

Madison

About me

Hey everyone! Im recently new to this app, and have been a *local* in wisconsin since 2019! Im a solo parent, work full time remotely, and also am a certified personal trainer! I am hoping to start traveling more frequently since my daughter is 8 now! She's super mature, and highly responsible and just ball of sunshine! Similar to i guess myself. Im a very optimistic individual, very positive, high energy, and have a love for self growth, books, coffee, nature, and all things active! But I also enjoy moments of simple bliss. Taking it easy, slowing down and soaking up whatever the days have to offer me! We have a trip coming up in december to new york and we would love to possibly find hosting or some locals to connect with to show us all around or give us all the tips! We havent been there before but absolutely want to appreciate all the Christmas festivities that it has to offer. Rockefeller, ice skating, hot chocolate (dairy free for me!), fifth ave, harry potter store, Alice's tea store, among others! Making connections there, or here or around the world would be so wonderful! I hope i can connect with many of you ☀️

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Anessa

Anessa

Madison

About me

Hello fellow travel-lovers, I am excited to be here with like-minded ladies that enjoy seeing other places and making lasting memories that involve new foods, friends and spaces! I live in Virginia (about 2 hours from DC airport) and really close to Old Rag with hiking opportunities galore! although I've never hiked it. I love to travel and have visited England, Turkey, Greece, Switzerland, France, Germany, Mexico, Scotland, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and have done a decent amount of traveling in the United States. I love meeting new people and would love to have the opportunity to host you if you'll be in my area. I work as a private care-giver, I enjoy animals of all shapes and size, I speak a smattering of Spanish and even smaller amount of Arabic. I find both languages beautiful.

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