Is Florence Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Florence is generally safe for solo female travelers. As a city brimming with arts, cultures, and rich history, it generally provides a secure and welcoming environment for hesitant lone travelers. Though, like any other city, it's important to be vigilant and keep personal belongings close, particularly in crowded tourist spots. It is advised to avoid walking alone at night in less crowded and poorly lit areas. Do take standard precautions, but overall, your experience should be relatively trouble-free.

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How safe is Florence?

Safety at night:Safe

Florence is generally quite safe for solo female travelers even at night. The city is well-lit and typically bustling with activity till late, which increases the feeling of security. However, as in any city, it's important to stay alert and use common sense. Avoid isolated areas, especially after dark. Stick to well-populated areas and try to avoid walking alone late in the evenings if possible. Don't show off expensive belongings or carry large sums of money. If you keep your wits about you, your experience should be largely safe and positive.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Florence is generally safe, especially during the day. The city's bus system and trams are quite reliable and easy to navigate. However, as with any city, it's essential to be aware of your surroundings, especially at night or in less busy areas. More importantly, beware of pickpockets who are known to target tourists in crowded places such as buses or trams.

Street harassment:Low

Florence, as one of Italy's leading cities renowned for art, culture, and history, generally maintains a safe environment. While a female walking alone might occasionally attract a few lingering looks or comments, largely from men, most Florentines are respectful and non-intrusive. But like in any city, it is important to be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Keep in mind that aggressive street harassment is rare and not a typical and nightly occurrence.

Petty crimes:Low

Florence is generally considered a safe city. However, like all tourist hotspots, it is sometimes targeted by petty criminals such as pickpockets, especially in crowded areas like markets or public transport. Always be aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings close to you to minimize the risk.

Tap water:Very safe

Florence, like most of Europe, has a highly regulated and well-maintained water system. In Florence, the tap water is certainly safe to drink. It is continuously monitored and treated to ensure it complies with strict quality standards, making it safe and clean for consumption. So, any time you're thirsty, feel free to fill up your water bottle from the kitchen sink.

Travel experiences

4.5 /5

Based on 24 experiences

Aslı

Aslı

Italy

Solo travel experience

It was quite safe to travel in florence. The food was really delicious I wish I can stay more. But I will go that place amd visit again. It is not a cheap city but you can eat a lot top. Boboli garden was such a dream. Everybody should visit

Posted: March 21, 2024
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I felt safe most of the time in Florence! The locals are very friendly and willing to help you! Even if you can’t speak a lot of Italian, English is widely spoken! I really loved the Uffizi gallery, and I recommend getting cumulative tickets for the bargello museums and the Brunelleschi pass for climbing the dome and bell tower! My advice is to avoid the restaurants that advertise in English if you want to find the local places! The food is absolutely amazing and typically the wine is amazing (even the house wine). The city is incredibly walkable, and there is a train station that connects you to many of the main places in Italy! There’s also buses that you can buy cheap tickets for at small stalls around the city!

Posted: February 9, 2024
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I felt very safe walking around Florence, even at night. It was so lovely and not crowded at all. You can walk mostly everywhere you want to get to. So many lovely restaurants and bars as well. S stayed in a 4 star hotel and got a very good deal on booking.com. I arrived by train and left by train as I am travelling on a interail pass.

Posted: January 20, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
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Overall very safe place for travelers! Almost everyone speaks English so communication has never been an issue throughout the time I’ve spent here!  there’s so many things to do and see here, from the main attractions like the Duomo to the local gelato shops, you could spend weeks just exploring the city and not run out of things to do!

Posted: November 9, 2023
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Lily

Lily

United States

Solo travel experience

I am loving Florence. It’s gorgeous and inspiring. I felt safe most of the time. I recommend staying by nice too rusty spots at night. There’s always people in the nice areas so it’s very safe. Don’t wonder to a new place off the main tourist spots as there are dark alleys. I stayed at the Santa Maria Novella which was a great location. Close to everything and really safe. Their atmosphere is elegant and super fun at night.

Posted: November 7, 2023
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I was alone in Florence and felt safe. I never really came back late but didn't feel like I had to rush back before dark. I spent an amazing day cooking in the hills overlooking Florence, and in the afternoon I made pizza and ice cream. It's definitely also worth booking tickets to museums etc. in advance, as the queues are long.

Posted: September 19, 2023
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I just spent a few days in Florence as a solo traveller. I felt very safe and had no troubles doing all the touristy stuff. I enjoyed the museums, food and shopping. I did a few organized tours and everything went great. There is also a tram that goes straight from the center of Florence to the airport, which is very convenient and cheap.

Posted: September 18, 2023
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Florence was my favorite big city in Italy. There is a lot to do there, great shopping, nightlife, as well as museums. The city is clean and I felt very safe there.

Posted: August 1, 2023
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The railway station in Florence is an important transport hub in Italy. Florence is full for 3 days without leaving the city. You need to buy tickets to Uffizi in advance on their website. Otherwise, the queue for general admission can last for hours. The same applies to the Duomo. The line winds around the place twice. It is also an expensive city. But safe for solo travelers.

Posted: September 8, 2022
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Things to do: - I admired the sunset from the steps at Piazzale Michelangelo - I saw the Statue of David in the Academy Gallery - I tried the famous panini from Florence - I visited the Duomo Food: I really enjoyed dinner at Antico Fattore Safety: Florence is a very calm city and I felt very safe. Accommodation: I stayed at the Archi Rossi hostel, which has a great location. It is very close to the main station and a short distance from the main attractions. Recommendations: If you want to see the whole city at once and the most beautiful rose garden, I recommend going to Piazza Michelangelo.

Posted: July 15, 2022
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Is Florence safe for women?

Florence could be more safe, but during the day and specifically in the center I feel safe. There are areas, like the stations, that are a little less safe. But generally I feel comfortable and Florence is a safe place.

Posted: March 17, 2024
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Julia

Julia

florence is very walkable and so it's easy to walk everywhere. i haven't experienced any sort of harassment or have felt unsafe here but it is off season so there aren't as many people. i would recommend just walking fast and avoiding looking too touristy

Posted: February 19, 2024
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Is Florence safe right now?

Before your visit to Florence, it's essential to check travel advisories for Italy, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The United States Government advises exercising increased caution due to terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: July 26, 2023
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Canadian government advises taking normal security precautions in Italy. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: March 20, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian Government advises to exercise normal safety precautions in Italy. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: November 2, 2023

Is Florence worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 24 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5
Elina

Elina

Russia

Family travel experience

Amazing trip to Florence with my family. We have visit the Boboli Garden and Costume Gallery. The steakhouse was pretty good. We enjoyed it! There were too much people and we felt ourselves a little bit uncomfortable because of it, but nevertheless everything was brilliant

Posted: February 18, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

I stayed at a hostel, it was a bit expensive for what it was. No breakfast, no cooking plates, no common areas except the kitchen and poor quality wifi. I recommend Piazzale Michelangelo which gives a beautiful view of the city, as well as the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral which is magnificent. Otherwise the city is very touristy and it can be a little stuffy sometimes.

Posted: February 2, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
Things to do: 3/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 3/5
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