Is Queenstown Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Queenstown is known for its welcoming locals, tight-knit community, and an overall friendly and safe environment. There is relatively low crime rate in the area and security is rather efficient. The locals are known to be helpful and considerate to solo travelers. As always, basic safety precautions should still be practiced, such as not walking alone late at night in less populated areas, keeping your belongings secure, and remaining aware of your surroundings.

Safety rating

4.4 /5

Based on 4 experiences from female travelers

4.7 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Queenstown is currently ranked #3 safest place in New Zealand for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Queenstown?

Safety at night:Safe

Queenstown is relatively safe at night for solo female travelers. People are generally friendly and the crime rate is low. Nevertheless, it is always a good practice to stay in well-lit areas and maintain a keen awareness of your surroundings. As with any place, it's crucial to exercise common sense and personal safety precautions, especially when walking alone at night.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Queenstown is generally reliable and safe. Many locals and tourists alike use the buses and ferries without incident. However, it is always recommended to stay aware of your surroundings, particularly at night. The bus drivers are usually friendly and helpful, which adds to the safety factor.

Street harassment:Very low

Queenstown generally experiences very low levels of street harassment. Its residents are known for being polite and respectful. Occasional incidents can happen anywhere, but they are not the norm in this part of the world. The culture is friendly and welcoming, thus making it a relatively safe place for solo female travelers.

Petty crimes:Low

Queenstown is generally a safe place to visit. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing or bag theft occur occasionally, usually in crowded areas or at locations popular among tourists. It is always advisable to remain vigilant and keep an eye on your belongings especially in bustling places. However, widespread crimes or instances of danger are rare, making Queenstown a fairly secure city for tourists, including solo female travelers.

Is Queenstown worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.8 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

3.7/5

Safety

4.4/5

Food

4.4/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

Bella

Australia

Group travel

I absolutely love Queenstown. I have been there twice now, once with family and just last year with friends. You can easily spend 1-2 weeks here and not run out of things to do. There is always something to do and I didn’t once feel unsafe. Below are some of my top recommendations! Restaurants: - The Cow - oldest restaurant in Queenstown, very cosy vibes and great authentic Italian food - Pog Mahoney Irish Pub - right in the centre some of the best food I’ve ever had, if you live steak you have to go here it comes out sizzling on a hot plate and you cook it to your liking. - The Bathhouse - really cute breakfast spot right on the beach, really yummy scrambled eggs and stunning view - White & Wongs - Asian Fusion restaurant, the best chicken noodle soup (especially when you’re sick like I was) - madam woo - south Asian cuisine which I don’t normally have but it was so delicious. Honestly no matter where you go in Queenstown it’s probably going to be good every where we ate was incredible and most prices are pretty comparable mid - expensive. Accomodation - The best hostel is definitely Absoloot Hostel. It is the perfect location and really comfortable dorm rooms and beds. Staff were really lovely, great view from kitchen and not too crowded but also nice and social if that’s what you’re looking for. Activities - SKIING - if you’re there in winter - lots of adrenaline activités including bungee jumping, canyon swing (as pictured), water rafting, waterfall canyoning - hikes: the main hill in Queenstown can be hiked, takes 1-2 hours if you’re walking from the centre of Queenstown, hooker valley track is a few hours drive from queesntown but so so worth it if you have a car to get there. The most beautiful place we visited.

Posted: January 10, 2025

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Rana

Saudi Arabia

Solo travel

I visited Queenstosn in December 2023. What an amazing place, the unbelievable nature and in top of that there are tons of activities you can do. In general, the quality of food is great in New Zealand. Queenstown is a very safe town for female solo travelers.

Posted: August 24, 2024

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Solo travel

I felt not safe in Queenstown when I risked booking a mixed hostel room. It was only me and another guy. However, I ventured for sex from me subtly. I said no. Then he left the room and never came back. Tbh, I was afraid he was gonna come back but I didn’t let the reception know or ring the police. That was a lucky miss for me. Other than this experience, everything else was impeccable.

Posted: June 15, 2024

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Solo travel

Queenstown is beautiful and perfect for all kinds of outdoor adventures. I spent two months traveling around New Zealand, and this was my favorite place. I stayed at JUCY Snooze. They have female dormitories with capsules there, so you can have some privacy. You pull down a curtain and inside there is light, outlets, and ventilation.

Posted: November 27, 2022

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