Is San Antonio Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

San Antonio is generally a safe city to visit for solo female travelers. There are plenty of tourist-friendly areas with high police presence such as the Riverwalk, Pearl District, and Historic Market Square. It's always wise to ensure your personal belongings are secure, avoid walking alone late in the night and staying in well-lit areas. Overall, with common sense precautions, your visit should be enjoyable and safe.

Safety rating

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

2.5 /5

Based on 4 experiences from local women

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How safe is San Antonio?

Safety at night:Moderate

San Antonio has a mixed safety record. Certain areas are generally safe and bustling with nightlife, such as Riverwalk, downtown, and the historic district where patrols are more frequent. However, like any metropolitan city, there can be pockets of less safe neighborhoods. Always practice general safety tips: avoid showing expensive belongings, stay in well-lit areas, and use a reliable transportation service if you feel uncomfortable walking alone at night.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in San Antonio, including buses and trams, runs regularly and is generally safe. Daytime travel is very safe but night travel, though not inherently dangerous, would call for increased vigilance. Local authorities prioritize the safety and comfort of travelers, but like any place, staying aware of your surroundings is advised. Occasional incidents may occur, hence it's not rated a perfect 5, but the overall experience is quite positive.

Street harassment:Low

San Antonio, a vibrant city in the United States, generally maintains a safe and welcoming atmosphere for solo female travelers. Street harassment is minimal, with most locals being polite and respectful. However, like any city, it's advised to be alert and cautious, specifically in less crowded areas or during late-night hours. Trust your instincts, and always abide by basic travel safety guidelines.

Petty crimes:Moderate

San Antonio, like any large city, has some areas where petty crimes such as pickpocketing or theft are moderately common. Overall, it's important to stay vigilant and pay attention to your surroundings, especially in crowded tourist areas and public transportation. However, the city is generally safe if standard precautions are taken.

Is San Antonio worth visiting?

GAYATHRI

United States

Solo travel

It was a beautiful city. I enjoyed walking around in day and night by myself around downtown and felt completely safe. Boat ride in Riverwalk is a must. Six flags was a fun. I learnt so much about Texas’s history from Alamo.

Posted: February 1, 2024

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Is San Antonio safe for women?

Safety index

2.5 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

San Antonio overall is a pretty safe community. Downtown is like anywhere else downtown, but if you branch out to suburbs or different neighborhoods, overall I’m not afraid walking to my car at night leaving the bar by myself.

Posted: July 23, 2024

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San Antonio safety can change depending where you are. I tend to feel safe walking around and exploring. I feel as long as you keep to yourself and don’t get involved with sketchy people you are okay. Most violence seems to be gang violence.

Posted: May 16, 2024

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