Is Uruguay safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Uruguay for solo female travelers?
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based on 6 experiences from female travelers
Clémence
Spain
Montevideo, Solo travel
Montevideo is a cute city, which city center really kept the vibes of the Spanish colonial architecture era. If you go there, try to check on a "Murga" or a "Candombe" show, both are really worth it! I felt extremely safe there
Posted: February 26, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
Gabrielle
Brazil
Cabo Polonio, Solo travel
Cabo Polonio is a beautiful place, very pleasant. Beautiful and with very kind people. We had a great experience. We went with 3 people and rented a small house without electricity. We cooked in the house and had a great time. I recommend this trip!
Posted: June 27, 2024
Al
Chile
Cabo Polonio, Solo travel
Cabo Polonio is a unique place in the world. It's a highly isolated beach that lacks electricity, making internet access difficult, and it presents a real opportunity to disconnect from the pace of modern life. It's a beautiful place with the most stunning sunsets I've ever seen. It's very safe and also a great destination for solo travel because all the people are very friendly, and it's easy to make friends. I highly recommend visiting Uruguay, especially Cabo Polonio.
Posted: December 27, 2023How safe is Uruguay for women?
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Based on 17 local experiences
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Based on 17 local experiences
Uruguay
I feel very safe here :) Most of the time I spend my time at a volunteer, but when I went for some tasks in bigger cities, I feel save, also when I leave the Tourist places. The people are friendly and helpful all the time I need some help or ask for the way or anything:)
Posted: October 12, 2025
Bel
Uruguay
Uruguay is a safe place in general to travel. People is friendly and tourists are welcome any time. You should visit Montevideo, Colonia, Maldonado and Rocha, our best destinations. You won’t regret it.
Posted: August 4, 2025Montevideo
Quite safe in populated areas and during the day; in more outlying neighborhoods and at night it becomes a bit less safe, although pickpockets are present all day and everywhere. At night or in more remote or dangerous places, you could experience a more violent robbery. Regarding sexual violence, it is not one of the main crimes committed, but that doesn't mean it can't happen, especially at night.
Posted: July 19, 2025Safety in Uruguay
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Valeria
Punta Del Este
Can host for:
7 days
About me
I am Vale, I moved 2 years ago to live in a beautiful beach city in Uruguay called Punta del Este. I love living near the sea. I have a daughter who is 28 years old and lives in Australia. I love traveling arround the world, i mostly traveled alone but would love to try and travel with a girl friend. I am visiting Australia in may 2025 and Bali in June 2025, then probably going to Japan in July and Europe in August. Then back home for spring and summer (from sept to april).
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Florencia
Montevideo
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Im Flor, 30 years old from Uruguay. I did my first solo trip in July, I went to Italy and it was perfect!! Its addictive!!!
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Sofia
Montevideo
About me
Hii, my name is Sofía I’m 20, I’m a proud Aquarius and I’m from Uruguay. I’m a student right now living in Brussels but in a week I’m starting my solo vacation trip around Portugal(The Algarve, Porto and Lisbon) and Spain(mostly Málaga but also Madrid and Sevilla). I’m hoping to find some cool people to hang out, go to the beach, have some drinks and just have a nice time! It’s my first European summer so I’m super excited and I wanna make some friends so we can have a fun time!!
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Pilar
Durazno
About me
Hey there! I’m Pilar, a university student who loves discovering hidden gems in new cities. Whether it’s trying local cuisine, exploring museums, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, I’m always up for an adventure. This is my first time using the app, and I can’t wait to connect with fellow travel enthusiasts and create unforgettable memories together!
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