Is Kolkata safe for solo female travelers?

Kolkata generally boasts a safety environment for solo female travelers. The locals are quite friendly and willing to help, while violent crime is relatively low. However, it's important to remain cautious as tourists can be targeted for minor scams and petty theft. Additionally, some areas can be crowded which may make some individuals uncomfortable. Always use registered, reputable transportation and keep valuable belongings secured. Overall, just like in any city, extra precautions should be taken after dark.

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How safe is Kolkata for female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.5 /5

based on 7 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Okay I went on this trip last year to meet one of my friends it was nice but I'm concerned about safety and of course the male stares. Also the cleanliness is a concern as well. Nice trip though I'd def say

Posted: May 27, 2025
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Solo travel

I felt safe. I would recommend trying the fast food. I also went shopping. Loved the people. Just avoid the dark alleys. I would recommend meeting with people and asking them about their culture. Also please avoid during peak summers.

Posted: May 2, 2025Experienced: April, 2025
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Family travel

I would recommend to go to Kolkata 100%. It's one of the safest place where you can go and enjoy yourself at fullest. I recommend to go to different places cuz the list is never ending. It may be little costly but it's all worth it.

Posted: January 30, 2025
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Solo travel

Kolkata was definitely the worst place I have been in my life. Accommodation is much more expensive if you want to find something fairly decent, and I had trouble finding good places to eat compared to the rest of India.

Posted: October 17, 2023
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Solo travel

I went to Kolkata for 3 days and had a great time. The traffic and noise were crazy. The city has many wonderful sights and flavors to experience. Besides regular tourist spots such as the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, etc, I loved visiting the potter's colony called Kumartuli and the Jorasanko Thakurbari museum. The food in Kolkata was a real pleasure.

Posted: August 6, 2023
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How safe is Kolkata for women?

Local safety index

3.4 /5

Based on 13 local experiences

Local crime index

2.5 /5

Based on 13 local experiences

Kolkata used to be a safe place previously but now I wouldn't say it is the same. There are only some localities that I find safe to roam around after dark, specifically the area around Dhakuria Lake or the Rash Behari Avenue and some places in Saltlake.

Posted: September 1, 2025
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Being born and raised in Kolkata...I'd say it's somewhat safer than most big cities in India. I find the locals really helpful. I personally think the metro is the best way to easily navigate around the city.

Posted: August 11, 2025
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This city is pretty much safer compared to other metro cities of India. The transport around the city is safer and cheap too. Even around night time it is considered safer for women, as the police patrolling happens quite frequently. The locals are also somewhat educated to converse in other languages, and most times are helpful to the tourists.

Posted: August 7, 2025
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Women are not safe alone at night. Be safe and travel with groups. In public transport Beawar of wired peoples. Don't expect personal space in public. You're mostly safe in the metro, avoid local trains or buses, if possible.

Posted: July 31, 2025
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I would say it's not like a major crime city yeah but like you should be cautious. Here there are many political issues so just make sure you're not going into dark alleys and stuff. Visit during day or peak times. Avoid any places after 12 in the morning.

Posted: May 7, 2025
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