Is North Macedonia safe for solo female travelers?

North Macedonia is considered relatively safe for solo female travelers. Local residents are generally friendly and willing to help. Petty crime exists but is not rampant and is usually targeted at locals rather than tourists. Public transportation is reliable. As long as standard precautions are taken, such as avoiding isolated areas at night and being aware of your surroundings, traveling alone in North Macedonia should be a safe experience.

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How safe is North Macedonia for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.2 /5

based on 13 experiences from female travelers

North Macedonia, Group travel

It's been a month since I came to Macedonia and I came here with a volunteering project, so I have a house where I stay and this project covers it. The prices are not expensive here and I'm not sure there are many places to visit but it's very enjoyable to spend time with my friends. This is my first experience abroad and Macedonia will remain a special place for me. If I have to recommend a place to you, ‘Gino’ is an Italian pizza place. My friend discovered this place and we loved it. Finally, I think here its a reliable country.

Posted: February 20, 2025
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North Macedonia, Couple travel

I didn't feel safe at first because some guy tried to rob me, and then my boyfriend's money went missing. However, the city was inexpensive, which was nice. The food was okay; everything was similar to Turkey, and that was nice too.

Posted: February 11, 2025Experienced: February, 2024
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Dilge

Dilge

North Macedonia

Skopje, Solo travel

First of all, I have to say that it is a very cute little Balkan city. I went to the Chinese restaurant and the ambiance and food were very nice. There is a bridge that divides the country into two parts. On one side, there are sidewalks from the Ottoman period. The part of the city we call the old town is where you can see many Turkish restaurants and cafes. Of course, you can also see many traces from the Ottoman period. The other part is in a completely European order, as if there are two different countries in the same city. A safe and beautiful city

Posted: April 1, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Megan

Megan

Singapore

Ohrid, Solo travel

Ohrid is beautiful, great for a 2 day stay. There are pay-as-you-wish day tours available to bring you around the Church of Saint John, the Ancient Macedonian theatre, Ohrid boardwalk etc. I also enjoyed the boat tour to St Naums, incredibly pretty. It’s a very small town though, so 2 days is more than enough. It is much more affordable than Western Europe, I paid around €7 for Old Town Hostel Ohrid and I ended up meeting some of the best people there! However, I am ethnically Chinese so I experienced 5 instances of racism in 3 days - eg. the local children would yell Ching Chong at me and other slurs while I was simply walking on the street. Sometimes I was followed by Romany children asking for money. Didn’t feel the safest here overall

Posted: March 22, 2024
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Balkans, Solo travel

Last year, I went on my longest solo trip (5 weeks). I chased the coasts of Croatia, Montenegro, and Albania. It was absolutely amazing and I definitely recommend it to any traveller. As a solo female traveller, I never felt awkward or scared. People are very hospitable, the food and drinks are amazing. I met many wonderful people along the way, both other travellers and locals.

Posted: February 3, 2024
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How safe is North Macedonia for women?

Local safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Local crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Skopje

Generally safe, especially in the city centre and well populated areas. Neighborhouds that are popular for going out (ex. Debar maalo) are also pretty safe. I would only advise on being a bit more careful than usual if you are walking alone somewhere after midnight, but even then, It's fairly safe, just be generally cautious.

Posted: April 29, 2025
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Skopje

Dont wear something luxurious especially when you are in Chair. While using public transport put everything in your bag and hold tight. Dont hold your phone while walking. Dont park to the places that you dont know. Dont get in taxis unless you called them from application. thats it <4

Posted: March 10, 2025
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Gözde

Gözde

North Macedonia

I felt safe while walking down the street in the morning or evening. I was safe where I spent time, I enjoyed. Many of the people I met were friendly and warm-hearted. They were benevolent. As a tourist, I never felt uncomfortable while traveling and exploring. I traveled safely

Posted: February 12, 2025
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North Macedonia

I'm with my friends. We go out together, but when I go out alone, I pay attention to public transportation and crowded places. But in Macedonia, people go home very early. There is no night culture and being on the street alone sometimes feels nice and sometimes dangerous.

Posted: February 7, 2025
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eli

eli

Skopje

it’s quite safe, but still always be careful and act like a local. for public transport there are older men that stare but just stare at them back weirdly and they will back off. ive came home at 4am and the city is just empty but always try to get home the safest and fastest way and be aware of taxi sacamers!

Posted: February 2, 2025
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Safety in North Macedonia