Is Australia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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Sonam
Australia
Melbourne, Solo travel
I arrived here last week from New Zealand and am currently staying in the CBD area. The city is so lively, and I absolutely love the vibes! I’ve been getting around by tram, they were a bit confusing at first, but I’m sure after a few trips, anyone can figure them out. As for food, I do find it quite expensive, but there are little spots tucked away in nooks and corners where you can find reasonably priced meals. You just have to hunt a bit! Overall, I’m really happy here, though I’m still...
Posted: May 3, 2026Experienced: March, 2026Brisbane, Group travel
That was such a good trip, i was studying in an english school then traveling with my friends and we loved it so much ! It is a Little city so ne need to stay more than 1 week or 2, but there are a lot of things to do next to it since it is near the gold coast !
Posted: April 4, 2026
Antonia
Germany
Australia, Solo travel
After I finished school I went to Australia and started working in many different places. I met so many good people and had an amazing time 🤩 I lived in my van for 14 months to save accommodation costs and I always think back on that time with big greatfullness!
Posted: March 15, 2026
Asia
Japan
Brisbane, Group travel
Brisbane was a fun city. There for 4 days and got to experience some of the wildlife they have and explore the city. Night life is really active. People were mildly friendly. Cleanliness was not bad but not great. Food options were endless. Shopping was top tier. Prices were not great. Ubers were expensiiivvveee.
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Fiona
Sydney
I feel Sydney is very safe. People are educated and kind to the homeless. They seem tolerant. There is lots of diversity here and plenty of police. Despite it having crime like anywhere else I feel very safe here.
Posted: June 28, 2026Darwin
That is generally really safe honestly. We don’t have much stabbings or guns obviously in Australia.L they are certain parts which obviously like every country or city have places that you should avoid at night in certain suburbs but I believe they’re my whole life and I’ve never seem to have any issues. In terms of safety I would cautiously get in the water as Darwin is known to have croc infested waters. Just don’t go deep maybe knee level.
Posted: June 25, 2026Melbourne
Pretty safe overall but be mindful of some areas in Melbourne at night, can be little chaotic (Chapel street, CBD, Yarra, Stonnington). Safest suburbs are north eastern suburbs in my opinion. But as a girl living in Melbourne I feel safe.
Posted: June 14, 2026Coopernook
A quiet now that is very safe and early has any crime. The village is mostly retired people or families. There are some sketchy people and houses at the bottom of west street but they are mostly harmless.
Posted: May 26, 2026Safety in Australia
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Agnes
Brisbane
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I'm Agnes, 42yrs old. But very young at heart. Try to have loads of fun and take life not too seriously. When travelling, I love to be shown things off the beaten path. Not interested in that Instagram awesome restaurant. I want to eat where locals eat. Also keen for some urban exploring (abandoned buildings) I'm an animal lover and won't join in un-ethical animal encounters (bathing elephants, swimming with dolphins, etc) If you're like-minded and want to catch up for an adventure, get in touch!!
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Helen
Bendigo
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I am a mature solo female traveller. I look forward to meeting other female travellers from all over the world. I am tidy and respectful but love to go out exploring and seeing live music and art galleries.
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