based on 51 experiences from female travelers
I stayed for 4 nights. The city center was always very safe and I was able to visit places both in daytime and night time. There were homeless people around but they didn’t harass. I joined a walking tour and almost got pickpocketed but the guide noticed and warned me. All good besides that
Posted: June 7, 2025Madrid is a city where I felt very safe all the time, even as a solo female traveler. there is also a lot of activity to do, lot of museums to visit and it’s possible to visit them for free on certain day which can be useful if you are on a budget. Lots of parcs and rest area in the city as well:)
Posted: May 30, 2025Leslie
United States
I was alone in Madrid for 5 days in February of 2023. Overall, I had a great experience there because I felt safe walking alone at night since there was police presence throughout the city, it was clean, and it felt like a calm atmosphere in general. It became my favorite city in Europe because of how safe it felt, everything was walking distance, and it was such a beautiful place. I also felt like I didn’t spend much or it wasn’t super pricey. The only thing I would change about my trip is to choose a better hostel since the one I stayed in was nasty and felt unsafe. I would definitely go back again though!
Posted: May 29, 2025Experienced: February, 2023For me was a little bit unsafe and dirty, my brother has to pay way too much for asma medication that was not fair but it's ok love to see the city but I don't recommend to go as well you have some family there
Posted: May 25, 2025Honestly I just love Spain I spent a whole week in Madrid and it felt like it was the best time of my life even though the weather wasn't perfect. I felt safe people are nice and there are a lot of activities that you can do. Especially during night time you don't feel alone because everyone is partying so I really recommend going there.
Posted: May 1, 2025Experienced: March, 2025Lena
Austria
I loved Madrid! It's got a beautiful city center and so so good food! I loved the breakfast places! Just wander around and go with the flow! There are are also great rooftop bars. :) I never felt unsafe so no worries if you wanna visit the city by yourself!
Posted: May 1, 2025Experienced: April, 2023Based on 81 local experiences
Based on 81 local experiences
Sofiia
Overall I feel safe. The worst you can expect is something being stolen from you, but so is everywhere. However, it somehow feels much safer than many other places.
Posted: July 10, 2025It's generally safe for women walking alone after dark. I've gone back from party alone several times and nothing ever happened to me. I would recommend Madrid for solo traveler women, it's weird that anything can happen to you.
Posted: July 8, 2025