based on 13 experiences from female travelers
San Francisco is quite safe at the daylight. You can meet some homeless people, but they are not crazy. I recommend stay in when sun goes down or walk only in crowded areas. Downtown and Chinatown are pretty crowded.
Posted: February 14, 2025It was pretty safe and convenient in San Francisco. Fisherman’s wharf and beaches were pretty nice. Sunsets were my favorite. Food, transportation and Uber, and accommodation were quite expensive though.
Posted: September 25, 2024I visited San Francisco in December 2023 and stayed with my husband. It was a great trip, the weather was great. We went on long drives along the coast and we saw migratory butterflies, seals, and sea lions. There are many good hikes around the area and beaches as well.
Posted: May 15, 2024Experienced: November, 2023For my first solo trip, I went to San Francisco. Of course, with any city, there are sketchy areas to avoid, but generally, I felt really safe. The city is very easy to navigate and I was able to get around quite easily.
Posted: February 8, 2024Diana
United States
It was fairly safe! Although, I went back to my hostel when it got dark and I used Uber half the time for transportation. If you love seafood, I highly recommend Swan Osyter Depot (get there as early as you can because the wait can take long)! For dim sum, I recommend Good Mong Kok Bakery! If you like relaxing and sightseeing, just walking through Crissy Field East Beach is calm ans scenic. stayed at Green Tortoise hostel. 🐢 The staff and people there were friendly! The hostel was calm and cozy even though it was next to bars and nightclubs. Absolutely enjoyed my time there overall!
Posted: January 23, 2024Experienced: November, 2023Shynar
Spain
After my Work and Travel program in USA I have saved some money to travel to other states and big metropolitans. San Francisco was one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities i’ve ever seen! Me and my friend were staying in the city for 3 days but I recommend staying more if you have time. They have one of the most beautiful ChinaTown in the States because it’s the oldest one. I recommend taking more time to explore ChinaTown, vintage shops and authentic asian restaurants! I would also recommend visiting JapanTown and Golden Gate Park! The safety is moderate, and I would not recommend traveling at night alone.
Posted: December 20, 2023I spent two days in San Francisco in August. I must mention that the weather was surprisingly cool, so you should take long clothes even in August. We slept in the Zeppelin Hotel, cute and pleasant. A beautiful and interesting city, I enjoyed the walk along the boardwalk, lots of shops and restaurants. I highly recommend going up for an amazing view of the whole city from the Coit tower, it was amazing!
Posted: November 24, 2023Experienced: July, 2023I was in San Francisco alone and mainly traveled by buses and walked on foot. I found this place to be very safe, although of course there are many homeless people with mental health problems there, but none of them approached me.
Posted: July 8, 2023I definitely advise against going to the Tenderloin area alone. I felt safe everywhere else, but after just a few blocks in the wrong direction, I was followed and accosted several times. I highly recommend visiting Alcatraz, but make sure to buy tickets in advance as they always sell out quickly.
Posted: May 19, 2023When I went alone to San Francisco, I rented a car and drove along the coast on route number 1. It was stunning. But most importantly, I spent the night in Half Moon Bay, and it was absolutely the best decision I made during my entire trip. It's a small seaside town south of San Francisco, with amazing seafood and beautiful views of cliffs and beaches. I definitely recommend stopping in this town.
Posted: April 9, 2023Based on 17 local experiences
Based on 17 local experiences
Bella
San francisco is a safe area to visit. Especially in sunset district is the safest to be at.i love san francisco so that i would be back to san francisco soon.
Posted: February 3, 2025Christie
San Francisco can be either clean and beautiful or absolutely chaotic depending on the area. Of course the tenderloin is to be avoided as well as 16th st Bart and bay point, but even Bernal heights has been seeing more crime lately. I highly recommend the citizen app to keep in check what’s going on around the area to ensure safety. Don’t walk at night alone!
Posted: January 21, 2025Jesse
Hello everyone, my name is Jesse, I'm from El Salvador, living in California. Currently working as a babysitter and as a kindergarten teacher assistant. One of my favorite things to do while visiting different countries is to try the different kinds of snacks and traditional foods. I also love to learn new languages, I'm fluent in español, english and portugues. Another thing I enjoy while traveling is making new friends, it is so nice to meet like-minded people on the road that they become little treasures. 💖
Kari
Born in Mexico, but live out in California. I considered myself to be friendly, outgoing-introvert (am shy but willing to go out of my comfort zone), easy-going, respectful and direct. I enjoy sarcasm and don't' get offended easily (doesn't mean you should disrespect me) and am easily amused. I enjoy meeting new people and creating new friendships and believe that adding something new to one's life is rewarding. I enjoy being around positive and intellectual people who I can have a interesting conversation and laugh with them. CHECK OUT my Instagram @mexicanawithwings
Kari
San Francisco
4 days
Born in Mexico, but live out in California. I considered myself to be friendly, outgoing-introvert (am shy but willing to go out of my comfort zone), easy-going, respectful and direct. I enjoy sarcasm and don't' get offended easily (doesn't mean you should disrespect me) and am easily amused. I enjoy meeting new people and creating new friendships and believe that adding something new to one's life is rewarding. I enjoy being around positive and intellectual people who I can have a interesting conversation and laugh with them. CHECK OUT my Instagram @mexicanawithwings
Freya
I’m a 29 year old Australian working in FinTech as a product designer. I’m also a photographer / artist. I’m visiting San Fran and New York to explore what it’s like to life there / potentially moving in 2026. Also planning to do some photoshoots with local models to create art while travelling - my favourite kind of tourism! Would love to stay and meet a local and get to know the area!