Is Dublin Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Dublin generally has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, making it relatively safe for solo female travelers. The local people are hospitable and willing to aid tourists. While like any other city, it has areas that are less safe, major tourist spots, accommodation venues, and public transportation are normally safe. Use common sense precautions like not walking alone late at night in unlit or less populated areas. Petty crimes like bag snatching and pickpocketing can occur, especially in crowded tourist spots and on public transportation, so always keep a close watch on your belongings.

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How safe is Dublin?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Dublin is generally a safe and welcoming city, also for solo female travelers. While exploring at night, stick to well-lit, populated areas, and avoid quiet, unlit places. Public transportation and taxis services are readily available if you need to travel far or late. Nonetheless, as in any large city, be aware of your surroundings, do not display flashy items, and avoid late-night conflicts or conversations with heavily intoxicated individuals.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Dublin, is generally reliable and safe. The city has a comprehensive network, including buses, trams (Luas), and trains (DART). Both locals and tourists widely use these services. Instances of crime on public transport are relatively low, especially during daytime hours. Drivers and staff are invariably polite and ready to help. Nonetheless, like any urban environment, it's crucial to stay alert and keep an eye on your belongings, especially during rush hours and late at night. Some remote bus stops might be less busy during off-peak times, which could be potentially less comfortable for solo travelers. Despite these minor issues, the majority of solo female travelers find Dublin's public transport safe, efficient, and convenient to use.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Dublin generally presents a safe atmosphere with minor instances of street harassment. Locals are usually cordial and respectful, with a laid-back attitude. However, like any city, there can be occasional unpleasantries especially in late nights or in less frequented areas. It's advisable to stay alert, confident and vigilant in your surroundings. As always, taking normal travel precautions should suffice for a comfortable experience.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Dublin, like any city, has crime, but it is generally safe especially for solo female travelers. Petty crimes like pickpocketing or purse snatching can occur, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transportation. However, with basic precautions like being aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded places, and keeping your belongings secure, you can minimize the risk of becoming a victim of such crimes.

Is Dublin worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 39 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.8/5

Solo travel

My experience in Dublin was verry positive. The city is a great place for solo travelers and the people are verry friendly. I can really recomend going hiking along the coast, if you can. The night live in Dublin is great but I do not recomend going alone (I went with someone else)

Posted: September 6, 2024
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Really good experience in Dublin to learn English: - Not really safe - Cool people - Really friendly - Beautiful landscape and good food - But expensive, including the hostel - Not really good accessibility; I had to take a car to travel freely

Posted: August 19, 2024
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Irina

Irina

Switzerland

Solo travel

My first solo travel ever was a prolonged weekend in Dublin. I've always been lazy in vacation, preferring to stay in the hotel - this trip changed me. I had a fullpacked itinerary that forced me to go outside and meet people. I had the confidence to make friends with tourguides and other tourists alike. The Irish just have that special something ♥️ I felt pretty safe, but probably not as much as back home in Switzerland - but that's hard to achieve

Posted: July 14, 2024
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Couple travel

I felt really safe while in Dublin, I'm not sure but I guess my boyfriend travelling with me made some difference. I found it really easy to get to the places I planned to visit, the public transportation system was nice, clean and efficient. Only once I saw a bus driver ignore the people on the bus stop, which made me feel like a latina again (jk) I was able to eat good and cheap food at the non-european restaurants, specially indian, brazilian, colombian and iraqi restaurants. Always look for the restaurants inside the underground galleries. Vegan options were also quite easy to find, the issue is the closing time. I wasn't really the best at planning the hiking activities and we would arrive back in Dublin late enough for the restaurants to be closed or closing, so keep that in mind.

Posted: July 10, 2024Experienced: September, 2022
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I felt very safe during my semester abroad in Dublin, as the city is well-patrolled and the locals are friendly. I stayed in a student dormitory, which was convenient and comfortable. I recommend visiting the Pub Old Town Road for its beautiful live music, as well as the Café Coffee and Beans for a great coffee experience.

Posted: July 10, 2024
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Nina

Nina

Germany

Solo travel

Dublin is a very beautiful and safe city to visit. Everyone is so friendly there. A must do is definitely a pub tour since there are so many good bars with live music. I mostly cooked by myself because it is very expensive in Ireland. The housing costs (apartment, hotel, even hostels) were higher than expected, but if it is just for a small period of time, it’s fine. The weather was really good in august and september which is not that usual.

Posted: June 30, 2024
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Diana

Diana

United States

Solo travel

Felt very safe in Dublin and other places I went in Ireland. London was very busy and congested but felt pretty safe. Loved having a “base” in Dublin then taking day trips with Viator to other places. The Cliffs, Galway, Wicklow, Glendolaugh, Kilkenny (one of my favorites).

Posted: June 3, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Couple travel

As a queer person travelling with my partner, I was nervous about how open and accepting Ireland would be towards us and the level of affection we would be able to comfortably display. I was so pleased by the community in Dublin, we felt safe and accepted the entire trip - even after strangers found out we were a couple. We also managed to find a very vibrant queer nightlife that was quick to welcome us and made our nights there incredibly memorable. Highly recommend city!!

Posted: May 23, 2024
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Solo travel

I stayed here while hiking the Kerry Way (which was an incredible experience, during which I felt safe the ENTIRE time). I really like Dublin, and generally felt safe there. There were one or two instances when I could not avoid walking at dusk and was made to feel uncomfortable by men, but I used good judgement and was ultimately just fine. The best thing about Dublin, IMO, were the museums. I really loved seeing the bog bodies! Highly recommend that. Otherwise though, get out into the countryside ASAP - there is no substitute for it. The Irish are incredibly welcoming and hospitable and if you enjoy the outdoors, it is amazing.

Posted: May 13, 2024
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Family travel

I visited Dublin with my family during summer last July. I feel quite safe in Dublin. But in my opinion there were many homeless people in the streets and also many garbage bags. I would like to recommend visiting Howth which is nearby Dublin by train. I also visited the EPIC museum about Irish Emigration, this museum was very interesting and also interactive.

Posted: March 14, 2024Experienced: June, 2023
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Is Dublin safe for women?

Safety index

3.8 /5

Based on 19 local experiences

Crime index

2.2 /5

Based on 19 local experiences

Dublin in general is very safe. But the crime is getting higher in the last couple of years. I recommend always walk with someone, specially night time in the city center. Public transport is great. Ok.

Posted: August 6, 2024
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Dublin is a great city people are very nice however there is racism, in certain areas of the town. But over all the teens are the ones causing trouble or else things are quite safe. As an ethnic minority I do get scared sometimes but it’s only in certain areas of the city and not everywhere

Posted: August 1, 2024
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