Is Italy safe for solo female travelers?
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based on 592 experiences from female travelers
Sim
Canada
Rome, Family travel
Travelled with fam and friends. Stayed centrally but also spent some time in Trastevere. The city is like one big archeological site. Looking forward to visiting again in the future with just the fam.
Posted: December 29, 2025Rome, Solo travel
I’ve been to Rome a few times, once with friends and a few times alone. I felt pretty safe by myself and with friends, but I didn’t really walk alone at night and I don’t think I would, but I wouldn’t do it anywhere except for my neighborhood in my country. But during the day and evening I wasn’t worried about anything, I heard a lot about pickpockets but fortunately didn’t see any, it’s just important to look at your belongings
Posted: December 28, 2025
Amanda
United States
Naples, Group travel
Let me lead with this may be unpopular opinion: may be one of my least favorite places I've visited. Hear me out! Pros: BEAUTIFUL. Truly breathtaking in the area. Great food. I think everything we ate was superb. Pretty affordable. There are some tourist trap-y spaces but overall we found it very affordable. Cons: Probably some of the rudest people I'VE met. (I promise I'm an annoying American trying to own every space!) Kind of unsafe in terms of female travel/general safety. (My best friend was shielded from a fight when I ran to the bathroom at a bar & we felt the need to stay alert around the men in the area). It's hard to explain but we just felt more guarded. Not entirely a negative but be prepared to climb lol it contributes to the beautiful views but damn were we winded 😂 I've visited other places in Italy but with my husband (Naples was with my best friend) & didn't feel the same rudeness and general unwelcome atmosphere but boy is it beautiful! I'd give it another chance though!
Posted: December 25, 2025Experienced: December, 2024Rome, Group travel
2 asian girlies spend a weekend in Rome, we were outside even until 11pm, but everything was nice! we did feel unsafe a bit, but eventually nothing bad happened, no creepy people, no pickpockets, just unfriendly looks from others lmao
Posted: December 16, 2025
Sofia
Brazil
Vittorio Veneto, Group travel
I traveled by some cities in Veneto visiting museums, historical monuments and beautiful spots in nature. I loved the family that received me in their house, they gave me the local experience that I was looking for.
Posted: December 10, 2025Experienced: December, 2019How safe is Italy for women?
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Alice
Milan
Milan is generally safe during the day, you always have to be aware of your surroundings in crowded areas because pickpockets are there, as in every big city! At night is a bit unsafer, make sure you’re in an area where there are lots of people and avoid the areas around stations or far from the city centre!
Posted: January 3, 2026Lecco
Overall lecco is safe, but especially at night it's important to be careful. There are some areas, the outskirts in particular, that are better not to frequent at night. The city centre is often crowded, it's safer
Posted: December 30, 2025Arco
The city I live in is a very safe and calm environment. My parents chose to move here when I was little, together with my three siblings, and we grew up here as kids. That choice was about safety, stability, and quality of life, and those values are still very present today.
Posted: December 29, 2025Bolzano
Bolzano is generally a safe and calm city. Like anywhere, it has busier areas and quieter ones, but overall it feels comfortable and well organized. I usually feel at ease getting around during the day and in the evening, especially in the city center. After midnight there’s no public transport, so things get very quiet.
Posted: December 27, 2025Vicenza
Safety in Vicenza is good, but recently close to the train station there is a lot of drugs. In downtown you have no problem, but in the night take care and you travel always with other travellers, if you can.
Posted: December 24, 2025Safety in Italy
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Valentina
Milan
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I work at the intersection of sustainability, risk and strategy. Curious by nature, data-driven by training, global-minded by choice. I love meaningful work, deep conversations, solo travel, diving into new cultures (and oceans), turning complex problems into practical solutions and anything that pushes me outside my comfort zone. Always learning, always moving. I value independence, depth and respect. Ambitious, thoughtful and allergic to complacency. @8valens check my instagram profile for more info or just to write me if you can't here ☺️👋🏻
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Sukrati
Naples
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hi! I’m an international student in Italy from India. I’m cheerful, curious, and powered by good vibes ✨ I love meeting new people, sharing stories, laughing a lot, and just being my true self 😄 Positivity, fun conversations, and warm energy are my favorites 🌻
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Francesca
Mantua
Can host for:
3 days
About me
My name is Francesca, and I am 22 years old. I’m an extroverted, calm, and generally happy person who loves traveling, meeting new people, and sharing experiences. I enjoy living adventures abroad and socializing. I prefer taking meaningful trips that offer real-life experiences rather than just simple vacations. I consider myself an open-minded person and dislike putting my mind into boxes. I’m active, love meeting people from different cultures, and enjoy lively conversations, especially over a drink or during a walk in nature. My friends in Italy call me "little Buddha" because, despite being energetic and enthusiastic, I’m also very calm and proactive, even in tough situations.
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Elena
Vicenza
Can host for:
4 days
About me
Hello everyone! I'm Elena from Vicenza, a small but lovely city in the northeast of Italy. I'm a curious, cheerful traveler, always ready to step out of my comfort zone. I love getting lost in nature, tasting new foods, diving into adrenaline-filled and authentic experiences, and being amazed by different cultures. When I’m not traveling, I work in project management and sales — but my heart beats for freedom, scribbled-on maps, and those random encounters that turn into unforgettable memories. I'm looking for travel buddies or a place to stay with women like me: respectful, curious, and eager to share a bit of the journey... or a crazy experience that starts with “why not?!”. 🌍✨ Now in my native language: Ciao a tutte! Sono Elena da Vicenza, una piccola ma graziosa città nel nord est dell'Italia. Sono una viaggiatrice curiosa, solare e sempre pronta a mettermi in gioco. Amo perdermi nella natura, assaggiare cibi nuovi, vivere esperienze adrenaliniche e autentiche, e lasciarmi srupire da culture diverse. Quando non viaggio, lavoro nel mondo dei progetti e delle vendite, ma il mio cuore batte forte per la libertà, le mappe piene di appunti e gli incontri casuali che diventano ricordi indimenticabili. Cerco compagne di viaggio o ospitalità da donne come me: rispettose, curiose e con la voglia di condividere un pezzetto di cammino.. o una folle esperienza che inizia con "ma sì, perché no?!". 🌍✨
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Denise
Bolzano
Can host for:
4 days
About me
Hi, I’m Denise, 27, from Bolzano, Italy. I love traveling and spending time outdoors. I’m really into photography and art, and I enjoy relaxing with a good movie or series. I’m curious, easygoing, and always happy to discover new places and experiences.
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Kaire
Cavallino Treporti
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Ciao! Sono Erika, vivo vicino al mare e adoro viaggiare, scoprire nuovi posti e cucinare. Sarò felice di accoglierti e mostrarti ogni angolo del paese, con un po’ di ironia e tante chiacchiere. 😊 Hi! I’m Erika, I live near the sea and I love traveling, discovering new places, and cooking. I’ll be happy to welcome you and show you every corner of the town, with a bit of humor and lots of chats. 😊 Hola! Soy Erika, vivo cerca del mar y me encanta viajar, descubrir nuevos lugares y cocinar. Estaré encantada de recibirte y mostrarte cada rincón del pueblo, con un poco de humor y muchas charlas.😊
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Alice
Genoa
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi! I'm Alice Maia, 🌊I've lived in Genova all my life and I love meeting new people. I will gladly chaperone you around🚶🏻♀️whenever I'm available, give indications and eventually host🛌🏻 if it's possible for me and my family. I really enjoy meeting new people from all around the world and chatting💬 about literally everything. Also I have cats! Putting it here because I keep forgetting people I host might be allergic😅 🎯I want to start traveling solo, but haven't done so yet. I hope this community will help me with this goal:) I'm very interested in knowing how other people experience life, I like to know what you think of my culture and my city, and I will probably ask a lot about yours too, if you agree to! Basically I love sharing stories, ideas and everything else!🗣️ I feel like travelling and making friends should be for everyone, so feel free to contact me if you have any particular concern (e.g. you have a disability, are part of a minority and are concerned about your safety etc) Among other things, here's a few of my interests! - I study Environmental Sciences🌍🌎🌏 - I'm a climate justice activist📢 - I love volunteering as a Scout Leader in one of our local groups⚜️ I've been a scout all my life since I was 8 and I love this world, so if we share this experience let's talk about it! I know it can be very different being a scout around the world:) Other things that might be interesting: - I try to live as sustainably as possible, including following a vegetarian or vegan diet🧆 - I have a chronic illness that means my energy levels can vary a lot from one day to the other, so I'll need to plan anything carefully to be sure I can make it through the day🔋 - I'm neurodivergent🧠 - I'm all about inclusion and accessibility, so feel free to tell me about any of your needs or boundaries!🫂
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Veronica
Turin
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi, I'm Vevve! I'm a 23yo open-minded girl from Italy (Piemonte) and a nerd who likes anime and all sort of fandom stuff (books, TV series, animated shows, ao3 fanfictions, and so on). I love writing, growing plants, taking care of animals, staying at home to draw and getting lost in my own world, travelling, learning languages and eat sweet things! I would love to make safe friends and hopefully travel the world through mutual exchanges!
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Sophia
Meran - Merano
Can host for:
3 days
About me
hi :) my name is Sophia and I am 20 years old. I come from the North of Italy and come to Costa Rica for visting my cousin in Sámara. I am currently taking a gap year, but I aspire to become a docter. I really like doing a lot of different things. I enjoy doing art, drawing and writing, and cooking and reading too. I love dancing and also doing yoga. Being outdoors is where I feel most alive; since I come from the mountains, I very enjoy skiing and hiking. Additionally I am always very happy when I get the chance to go horseback riding. Additionally I do some volunteer work af home, there I am a Youthworker and Volunteer with the White Cross, a rescue organization that provides emergency services
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Sabrine
Rovigo
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi I’m Sabrine, I’m 30 I’m from Italy a little city called Rovigo near Venice and im a leo ♌️( maybe can help😂) I’m a very good vibes person, I have a lot of energy and love doing things, like go for walks or run, meditate, reading books, having a good glass of wine while talking about life, partying sometimes, travelling, hiking and also makeup, skincare, clothes,and all the girlie girls things🤩🫧💓🌷🎀🌸 My mantra is Just live the moment create memories and enjoy days.💓
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