Is Fethiye Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Fethiye is generally a safe destination for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and helpful, and there are plenty of well-populated places to explore both day and night. While petty crime, such as pickpocketing, does occur, the risks are lower compared to other destinations. However, as with any travel, always being aware of your surroundings and taking normal precautions is recommended.

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3.5 /5

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Fethiye is currently ranked #20 safest place in Turkey for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Fethiye?

Safety at night:Safe

Fethiye at night generally holds a reputation for being relatively secure. There are well-lit streets and plenty of people milling about in the night, owing to its vibrant nightlife. However, like any city, it's recommended to stay in well-populated areas and avoid more deserted or poorly lit neighborhoods. Keep in mind to maintain vigilance with your belongings to prevent opportunistic theft. As a general rule, standard safety precautions applicable to any other destination should be taken.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Fethiye is typically safe. Buses and Dolmuş (minibuses) operate regularly and are well-regulated. Generally, passengers are friendly and respectful. Standard precautions, such as keeping an eye on one's belongings and not accepting unsolicited help from strangers, should suffice. However, as with any city, it's important to remain vigilant at all times.

Street harassment:Low

Fethiye is relatively respectful towards women, with minimal instances of street harassment. Its culture tends to be more conservative which reduces overt street harassment compared to some other global destinations. However, being a popular tourist area, occasional unwarranted attention is possible. It's always best to adhere to local customs and dressing modestly.

Petty crimes:Low

Fethiye generally has a low incident rate of petty crime, though it's advisable to always remain vigilant. The most common types of such crimes targeting travellers may include minor thefts such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, particularly in crowded tourist spots and on public transportation. Always keep your belongings secure and avoid displaying valuable items openly. Most locals are friendly and willing to help visitors, but as with any travel destination, remain cautious of your surroundings.

Is Fethiye worth visiting?

Solo travel

ScubaDiving was great and a must to do activity But dont do it if you’re afraid of depths Also must go for boat trip with party music. Beaches are really good as well Safe city with lots of foreigners

Posted: September 18, 2024

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ekmel

Turkey

Solo travel

I stayed in Kabak Bay for two weeks. Since it was winter, it was very quiet. Nature interwined. There are minibuses available at regular intervals, or you can reach there by taxi or car. I heard it's very busy and fun during the summer months. You can find an atmosphere like the hipsters of the 60s here in the summer.

Posted: March 27, 2024Experienced: January, 2024

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Is Fethiye safe for women?

It's one of the safest places in Turkey. In summer I can sleep with an open door inside my caravan. Seaside is safe to put tent and I know women living in tents by the seaside. It's not so crowded so you feel totally safe. And security teams work really good and they're very helpfull.

Posted: December 28, 2024

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Overall safe because Fethiye hosts many tourists during summer season. General precautions should be taken against stealing. Locals are generally friendly but there might be catcalling. You should try to avoid secluded areas, especially late at night.

Posted: July 13, 2024

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I like walking and hiking. I've walked Lycian way and I can give advice about it. I also might want to join your hike. I like to show around. We can go to a forest walk or seaside. I like meeting travelers.

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Hello, I am a landscape architect. I also teach children in need of protection at a social services institution. I love seeing and exploring new places. I am interested in photography as an amateur.

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