Is Valencia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Valencia is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. It has low crime rates and the locals are usually very friendly and helpful. However, like in any large city, it's recommended to stay alert, especially during the night and in less crowded areas.

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How safe is Valencia?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Valencia is generally a safe city to navigate at night. The city areas are well-lit and populated. However, as always, it's advised to stay alert, avoid poorly lit or deserted areas, and take care of personal belongings because pickpocketing can occur.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Valencia is generally safe. Buses, trams, and the metro are frequented by locals and tourists alike, with a reliable and extensive service. You'll find ample security measures, including surveillance cameras and police presence especially in main transit hubs on busy times. As with any other city, always be aware of your surroundings and watch out for pickpocketing, especially during peak hours when trains and buses could get crowded.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Valencia generally is regarded as a safe city for solo female travelers. Instances of street harassment are relatively low compared to other large cities. However, like any other place, it is always best to remain vigilant, especially late at night or in less crowded areas.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Valencia is generally safe and incidences of petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching are relatively low. However, it is always worth taking precautions such as not flaunting expensive belongings in public locations, especially in crowded areas and tourist hotspots. As an extra precaution, you may also want to carry a bag with theft-prevention features or keep your belongings close to you at all times.

Is Valencia worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 18 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.7/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5
Lisa

Lisa

Italy

Solo travel

the good thing about Valencia, apart from visiting the city of science and the cathedral and various monuments in the historic center is that if you go down to the Turia, the large city park that used to be a river, you can practice an infinite number of sports and especially dance. there are lots of groups that offer various activities and Latin dances and more. the city is very safe but you always need to be a little careful. there are bars and restaurants on every corner to enjoy international food and the legendary paella. don't forget to take a nice trip to the beach, another place to practice sports and have a nice sunbath and swim.

Posted: September 18, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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An unspoiled medieval city, with orange tree lined streets, charm and beautiful nature. I stayed near the quartz towers, hired a bike... The city and the beach I did as 2 seperate holidays Would definatley go back

Posted: September 8, 2024
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I feel very safe in Valencia, there are nice people, especially in Cabanyal. There is free entrance to the beach, you can get there by from city centre metro no.5 or by bus no. 32 or 19 (just 1,50 eur in cash for driver). Recomend to visit Ciudad de las Artes y Sciences. Also Cathedral (there Holy Grail), Torres Seranos, Central market, Museum of porcelain and get drink in Café de las Horas in centre. For salsa dancing you can visit Miky House Club or in the bars in port you can also dance.

Posted: August 30, 2024Experienced: July, 2024
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I felt safe during the evening and at night. Ive walked alone and partnered with my queer partner and it was fine. Older people might look sometimes but no one ever said anything to me. For food i recommend looking for “tapas, cerveceria, comida valenciana”, is cheaper and the quality tends to be much better. I suggest a slow nice walk in the Mercat Central and to try horchata.

Posted: July 7, 2024
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Public transport is very cheap. I bought the 10 trips card for 5 euro, and it has a 90 minutes integration time. I felt very safe, but probably also because it was summer and the days are very long. Beach is amazing! At the time, there was a circus festival and I figured that circus and clowns are very famous in Valencia, recommend to check it out.

Posted: June 19, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Valentina

Valentina

Spain

Solo travel

I lived in Valencia for a year for my Erasmus. When I moved there, I had little knowledge of Spanish and no fluency, and was really scared. I had an amazing experience and felt safer than ever. In some months it became another home, where I actually felt safer than in my city in Italy! Valencia is just amazing.

Posted: May 30, 2024
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I was in Valencia last November, I felt very safe travelling solo during the day and going out for dinner. I usually avoid staying out after dinner in almost all cities I visit if I’m alone but that’s my personal preference. The food was really good and cheap and I loved the paella I tried in a couple of restaurants in the neighbourhood La Xerea. I stayed at the hostel “The venue Hostel”, it was well connected but a bit far from the center and there was not a lot of social life, it was quite empty at the time I visited. Overall I loved the city and I had a nice and relaxing break by myself 😊

Posted: April 8, 2024
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I felt really safe! The weather was great (obviously😂) I loved all the orange trees around the city! Super beautiful green park along the city Some vegan food options available too! Paella was 👏 I’d highly recommend it!

Posted: March 10, 2024
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Perfect city to just stroll around - the vibe is so good. Lots of cafes and bars on the streets to hang around with a lot of people even during the week. I was there at the beginning of November and the weather was perfect. Do not buy any public transportation tickets in advance, believe me you won‘t need that much because strolling around is way nicer.

Posted: January 8, 2024
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I went on my first solo trip in September last year to Valencia and absolutely loved it. I stayed in a small hotel right by the beach. I felt safe, the weather was perfect, and the city was relatively cheap. Everyone I met was nice and friendly, but I would suggest learning some basic Spanish to make communication easier.

Posted: October 10, 2023
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Is Valencia safe for women?

Safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Crime index

1.5 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Charli

Charli

Valencia it’s a very safe, touristic city. There’s always street movement so that makes me feel safe. Also Gandia, my neighborhood, it’s a very chill, residential coast place. I’ve walked alone at night in both places and slept in the airport and everything’s just fine.

Posted: September 30, 2024
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Anastasia

Anastasia

It is very safe place overall, way more safer than Barcelona or Madrid or even Sevilla where I was living before. Anyway even if something happens people around always react super fast, you can count on them to help you :)

Posted: September 19, 2024
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Meet locals in Valencia

Teo

Teo

About Me

Hello! I’m Teo, a university student currently studying architecture in Valencia. I am specifically interested in the development of human-scale infrastructure in city planning, such as bike lanes, public transit, and green spaces. I love to go outside, go biking, bouldering, walking I also love to craft (sewing, collaging, pottery, etc.) and I’m a big believer in sustainable fashion. I like to meet new people in my travels as I always find it nicer to explore new things in the company of others. Show me your city!

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Silvina

Silvina

About Me

I am traveling at the moment, I am not in Valencia. I want to know people around the world and exchange help or language for place.

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Charli

Charli

Valencia

Can host for:

5 days

About me

Hola! Soy Charli, estudiante de intercambio de cine recorriendo un poco Europa antes de que empiecen las clases. From Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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YajaB

YajaB

Valencia

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey, l’m Yaji. I have grown up between Spain and Colombia. I love traveling and meeting new people

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Upcoming visitors to Valencia

Esara

Esara

About Me

I’m Esara, a cat lady and psychology student. I like to hang out and meet new friends!

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Olga

Olga

About Me

Hello, I am a Ukrainian adventurer. As an interpreter and translator, I dwell in the fascinating world of languages. When I'm not building bridges between cultures, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, sketchpad under my arm, or en route to the next adventure. Travelling was always my dream, which finally became a full-time reality. Art holds a special place in my heart, whether it's poetry that makes my brain dance or paintings that truly inspire and provoke me. If you like your humour the way you like your coffee - strong, dark, and a little bitter - we're going to get along just fine!

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