Is Milan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Milan is generally safe for solo female travelers. It's a bustling, cosmopolitan city with an efficient public transportation system. Street crime such as pickpocketing can occur, particularly in tourist-heavy locations or on public transportation, but violent crime is relatively rare. As a female traveler, it's advisable to take standard precautions such as avoiding walking alone late at night in less crowded areas, and being aware of your surroundings at all times.

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How safe is Milan?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Milan, being one of the global capitals of fashion and design, is generally safe at night, even for solo female travelers. The city is bustling and vibrant at all hours, with well-lit streets and many people around, even relatively late. Important areas like the city center and shopping districts are quite populated and patrolled by police. However, as with any place, some neighborhoods may be less safe than others and it's always important to remain vigilant, especially when walking alone. Public transportation typically runs late in the night and taxis are readily available.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Milan, is generally highly reliable and safe. Buses, trams, and Metropolitana (subway) are mainly operated by Azienda Trasporti Milanesi and they tend to be punctual and well-maintained. There might occasionally be pickpockets in crowded places, but by being cautious with your belongings, you can mitigate this risk. Trams and buses often have special spots reserved for women at night for added safety. The city's commitment to safety and convenience make traveling by public transport in Milan a very viable option.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

During your solo travel in Milan, you may experience an occasional catcalling or staring in some specific areas, but it is not prevalent throughout the city. Local people are generally respectful and maintain a decent behavior towards solo women travelers. Be aware that it can happen but it's not a constant issue.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Moderate

While Milan is generally safe, petty crimes such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, and scams can occasionally occur, especially in crowded places such as public transportation and tourist sites. However, these crimes can be minimized by maintaining constant vigilance over personal belongings, avoiding ostentatious display of valuables, and practicing awareness of your surroundings.

Is Milan worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 44 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.2/5

Safety

4.1/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.3/5
Anna

Anna

Hungary

Solo travel

- smell of weed everywhere; didn’t feel safe, lots of homeless and migrants, someone was buying drugs right in front of me (it was daytime); everything is expensive, basic pasta in a small cafe starting 9 euro; Italian cuisine gets boring on a 3d day. + hot men, my tinder turned into an art gallery; lots of designer shops with pretty windows must visits: duomo rooftop (terraces); da vinci’s last supper museum; monumental cemetery; brera gallery; como lake

Posted: January 5, 2025
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Sarah

Sarah

Ireland

Solo travel

I felt somewhat the same, but the area I was in was terrible. Overall, the trip was great! If you are planning to go alone, it's great to visit the city and nearby cities during the day. However, at night, it would be wise to stay in safer, crowded areas.

Posted: January 3, 2025
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Ester

Ester

Slovakia

Couple travel

I felt safe on the streets. One time a guy tried to make me buy a flower from him which was weird and my boyfriend immediately went away from him. But I met buch of italians and they were really nice which I'm really glad for. I would totally go again!

Posted: December 30, 2024Experienced: September, 2023
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Kiara

Kiara

France

Couple travel

I enjoyed Milan but it's true that the city itself is not very interesting. It's kinda expensive and there's not a lot of things to do. You need to be prepared for it. BUT we went to the Major Lake and it was absolutely incredible. We had the best time. It's expensive but to pretty and very accessible from Milan with public transportation.

Posted: December 26, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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HAMMADACHE

HAMMADACHE

Algeria

Solo travel

Its was pretty safe. Walkign around and sitting by duomo watching people from all over the world enjoying life is so satisfying. Early mornings was magical Shopping is diverse An accessible city you can everywhere in europe from there central train station

Posted: December 11, 2024
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Zuza

Zuza

Poland

Solo travel

*Safety: I didn't feel very safe at first, I've heard of some bad experiences from Milan and Italy in general too. The crime rates are rising. Being mugged, harassed or raped were my worries. When I arrived, I saw dirty streets and huge poster ads for alarming systems, so not the best time around. But then I walked a lot around the city and I must say, most of the time I didn't feel in danger. I started to recognize the city's vibe. I was very cautious and preventive too. Then I met other travelers and Milanese and they had a great time there! *What to do there: For sight-seeing I liked going on an eng walking tour through citywalkers with Marco. There's lots of history and fun details to learn about the city. You need to book a few days ahead. You pay as much as you wish (generally like 10 eur+). It's 3 hours long and after the tour Marco shows other places you can go to on your own. He loves the place and is a great tour guide. The Duomo visit is quite expensive and the queue was long even on Friday morning during a rainy day, so I chose to skip it. The castle is worth visiting. *Food: I recommend choosing the restaurants and cafes before leaving to eat. It's not easy to find a good place just searching around lol but there is some delicious food for sure! Just plan ahead. Look at the map. Ask people. *Money: A meal in a restaurant/bar costs circa 10 euro. Groceries aren't much cheaper. Public transport is I think around 2,2 euro for 90minutes *Transport: I liked walking. Exploring different places. There're also multiple metro lines, trans, buses I think. Currently there are some strikes around the public transport, but usually it works well. Taxis are expensive. Public transport is packed during the weekend. Duomo Square and streets with expensive stores seem to always be full. *Stay: I stayed at the Yellowsquare hostel. It's been great, they have many activities and guests. They host karaoke nights sometimes and those are popular among Milanese, especially millennials. I loved meeting people there.

Posted: October 21, 2024Experienced: September, 2024
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Solo travel

For a day. Spent a hundred euros, No hotel included. Flight with stop late. Visited 3 museums (fundazione, duomo, leonardos), transport, a limonccello at a bar close to the duomo, a lemonade at the fundazione restaurant, plus my backpack at the armadio. Still figuring it out 30-100% of my stay

Posted: September 15, 2024
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Eve

Eve

Germany

Solo travel

My experience in Milano was very nice. I stayed with a local women and had the best time ever. I visited beautiful streets and the monuments like the dome or the galleries. I felt safe overall and the people where very nice!

Posted: September 12, 2024
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Solo travel

Milan is a beautiful city. I highly recommend it for solo female travellers. The hostel Ostello Bello, near the central station is perfect for anyone who wants access to all the nearby hotpots like Brera and the Duomo.

Posted: August 9, 2024
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Ala

Ala

United Kingdom

Solo travel

Hi, I have travelled to Milan a few times. The city felt quite safe. Places I visited was duomo, navigli, churches, hotels. The Bvulgari hotel was nice. Art museums and shops. I basically went there to meet friends nice to relax by the river, there is dancing, food and drinks. Very sociable

Posted: July 14, 2024
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Is Milan safe for women?

Safety index

3 /5

Based on 48 local experiences

Crime index

3 /5

Based on 48 local experiences

ilse

ilse

so complicated it used to be safe but north african immigrants can be dangerous, so when i walk alone i was always careful about my pursue, luguagge. I wasnt feel safe completely that makes me upset about because city was great

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Alessia

Alessia

Overall in the daytime I would say it's quite safe. You have to watch out for pickpockets on public transport and I'm sorry to say you could experience catcalling. At night I wouldn't recommend walking alone although I have friends that do, still not a fan, I don't feel safe. If you can please call a cab.

Posted: January 17, 2025
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Sara

Sara

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Hello! I’m Sara and I’m new here! I was born and raised in Milan, Italy, but my roots are from Tunisia. I love cooking typical dishes (from both cultures!), taking pictures of people and nature, travelling around and drawing illustrations. Hope to find new friends here, welcome to Italy!

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Esara

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Anna

Milan

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3 days

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Camilla

Milan

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7 days

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Beril

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