Is United Arab Emirates safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is United Arab Emirates for female travelers?
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based on 52 experiences from female travelers
Dubai, Solo travel
Just got back from Dubai and honestly, I felt super safe and welcome the whole time—even wandering around random side streets or alleys on my own. Of course I checked out the common must-see spots (Burj Khalifa, desert tour, etc.), but what I loved most was chatting with locals and diving into the cultural side of the city! That exchange made the trip way more meaningful than just ticking attractions off a list, you know 🙂↔️ Getting around was easy with metro + taxis, and you can make it work on pretty much any budget depending on where you stay and eat. I think it‘s best to stay near the attractions you want to visit and then take the metro accordingly. Tickets aren‘t expensive; just get a NOL card.
Posted: September 2, 2025Dubai, Solo travel
My trip to Dubai was mostly for the purpose of visiting an exhibition, and it was completely safe while I was at the exhibition. And I had a bunch of friends there, so I didn't feel insecure or experienced anything, but now there were small parts where I was alone, There were people who bothered me or were embarrassed to talk to each other, even on the street, but it wasn't too annoying. My experience was like this once or twice, or in clubs, especially, the situation was like they were coming towards you and they didn't have that prestige. But there were also locations that were all very good. For example, I would go to a nice beach and try to connect with you there But if you didn't show any interest, I wouldn't insist and you could enjoy your time. I spent nearly 1,500 euros there, and my trip was basically a little bit lux
Posted: July 26, 2025Dubai, Solo travel
The best time to go there is around May activities are cheaper since it’s the beginning of summer December its a little bit expensive I gelt safe all the time. There are alot of activities from brunches,museums,desert safari,burj khalifa
Posted: July 5, 2025Experienced: April, 2024
Ana
United States
Morocco, Solo travel
I at first was worried about traveling in morocco alone, but it was the best solo trip. People were honestly so respectful, I walked around alone at night in multiple cities, yes people looked at me but nothing was ever made to make me afraid or worried, maybe its because I dressed modestly and I just didnt look like a tourist but I would definitely go back to morocco
Posted: June 23, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
Aleksandra
Republic of Serbia
Dubai, Couple travel
honestly it's hard to describe this experience. I really enjoyed my holiday but I didn't like Dubai itself. lots of entertainment and things to do but overall a terrible place in terms of how the city is built. the only really convenient way to get around is by car. the prices are high. everything there is made for one category of people, there is no niche. I was supposed to feel safe in Dubai but I didn't. there were no out of the ordinary situations but I felt anxious. the overall impression is: cool, definitely worth visiting once in a lifetime, but no desire to come there often
Posted: June 13, 2025How safe is United Arab Emirates for women?
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Kubra
Downtown Dubai
It's the safest place you'll ever see, or at least the place you'll feel safest, like a different utopia. Those who live here understand what I mean better, but if you have a travel plan, don't hesitate.
Posted: September 10, 2025Dubai
I traveled Dubai in the summer and did many activities during the evening or night. Felt very safe the entire time. The people are very friendly and respectful. Public transport, taxis, and walking around were all comfortable, even in some random side streets and alleys. Just keep in mind to dress modestly and respect local customs as well.
Posted: September 2, 2025Dubai
Dubai is amazing. Don't visit secluded places, follow your track, enjoy the views and stay relaxed! Dubai is perfect place for a solo woman traveler, public transport is amazing, taxis are safe, enormous food options are available. Just don't go out of your way to see or do something that might look exciting but your heart is the ready for!
Posted: September 1, 2025Dubai
so far it's the country I feel most safe in thanks to the strict laws enforced here. when compared to the other places I've been to, it's a comfortable place to stay in and not worry constantly about being in danger.
Posted: August 24, 2025Dubai
Very safe for women. Didn’t have any negative experiences! In fact, the men were incredibly kind and generous. One of them even offered to pay for my groceries. Asking for help as a foreigner was very easy.
Posted: August 22, 2025Safety in United Arab Emirates
