Is Malaga safe for solo female travelers?

Malaga is generally regarded as a safe city for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and respectful, and incidents of crime involving tourists are relatively low. Famous for its well-lit streets and crowded areas, this Spanish city is safe to explore, even at night. However, like anywhere else, it's always good to exercise standard precautions such as monitoring your belongings and staying aware of your surroundings.

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How safe is Malaga for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.5 /5

based on 36 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

I feel verry safe in the city during the day and during the night . There are quite some good restaurants in the city but I would say go at a good time because restaurants can get very busy at some certain times

Posted: October 27, 2025
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eleonora

eleonora

Spain

Solo travel

Málaga is a small but pretty town. The beach and the port are really beautiful. The restaurants are really nice and people too. But It could get a little risky during the night. There are a lot of homeless and drunk people, so always be cautious and safe.

Posted: July 23, 2025Experienced: June, 2025
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Natasza

Natasza

Poland

Family travel

I had an amazing time in Malaga, i felt 100% safe walking at night, using public transport or exploring the city, all alone! Food was amazing, you HAVE TO try paella! With chicken, rabbit, shrimp, tofu: all of it was amazing! It's usually a big portion so be prepared!

Posted: July 6, 2025Experienced: October, 2024
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How safe is Malaga for women?

Local safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 26 local experiences

Local crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 26 local experiences

I feel verry safe in Malaga even walking around during the night alone. So if you’re looking for a city where you can feel save I would recommend this city. I feel like I can just be myself without judgement

Posted: October 26, 2025
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Málaga is a very safe city, just avoid some neighborhoods like Palma Palmilla or Los Asperones. Also take care of your belongings specially during nights or in the city center and turistics places.

Posted: October 21, 2025
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Andrea

Andrea

I think Málaga is generally a safe city for girls. During the day, I feel comfortable walking around anywhere. At night, I do avoid some less busy or poorly lit streets, but overall it’s easy to enjoy the city and explore without worrying too much.

Posted: September 16, 2025
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Hospitality Exchange in Malaga

Rose

Rose

Malaga

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Authentic Soul, into travelling, good dining and wine, reading, meeting new people, languages and family oriented. Happy to meet genuine and honest people all over the world.

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Gabi

Gabi

Malaga

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Spanish girl from Málaga, works in marketing, loves dogs, travelling to Lisbon in June and looking for somewhere to stay :)

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Expats in Malaga

Doğa

Doğa

Malaga

About me

My name is Doğa (it’s pronounced “doa”), I currently live in Malaga, Spain. Here, I work as a volunteer for children and people with disabilities. I am an English teacher from Turkey. In my free time I try to travel and explore Spain and other countries around. Unfortunately, I cannot host people because I share the house with 4 other volunteers and our association doesn’t let us host people in the house. But of course, I am available for hangouts!

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Alla

Alla

Malaga

About me

Hi everyone I’m 23 yo, I’m from Kazakhstan but recently I moved to Spain! I enjoy learning new cultures and languages. I love travelling and hope to find some travel buddies and local host 🫶🫶

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