Is Dubai safe for solo female travelers?

Dubai, is largely safe for solo female travelers. The city is one of the safest in the Middle East due to strict laws that are heavily enforced. Petty crime rates are considerably low and violent crime is rare. However, it's still a good idea to exercise common caution and aware of local customs and laws. It's especially important to respect local dress codes and public behavior regulations to avoid any unnecessary attention or issues.

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How safe is Dubai for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.5 /5

based on 53 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Great experience in dubai.. absolutely safe foe women.. and had so much fun in a luxurious environment and comfortable places.. also amazing weather nowadays.. Extremely expensive lol but it worth it.

Posted: January 8, 2026
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It was fun, but you have to book popular attractions beforehand. Like on 30th December it was impossible to buy tickets to the Museum of the Future until 12th January. Overall I felt safe, but I lived at the friend‘s house in the good residential area (as a one my taxi drivers said). And I even went to take my friend‘s dog for a walk at night alone. The people were very friendly and warm. The public transport mostly useful in the main locations. So I had to use taxis a lot. But on the bright side there’re women only cabins in the subway. It’s a little bit more crowded, but I think it’s worth it. In the club men are too active for my taste, but overall they handled rejections ok. But also there were creeps too, unfortunately. And the good thing is that each guest have to register at the front desk. I gave my phone charger to an acquaintance and had to take it back from the hotel, and even though I spent like 5 minutes in the room, I had to register. Which I think is a good thing in sense of safety.

Posted: January 8, 2026
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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, 2025
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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, 2025
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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
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How safe is Dubai for women?

Local safety index

4.7 /5

Based on 49 local experiences

Local crime index

1.2 /5

Based on 49 local experiences

I am in Dubai right now, and from what I see and hear, it’s really safe. If you want to travel alone here, it’s perfect. They even have pink taxis for women only. Don’t hesitate, it’s really safe here.

Posted: December 3, 2025
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Very safe for women and families. Yes, there are certain areas where I would not go at night or alone, but that’s only a few residential neighborhoods. Majority of the places are extremely safe and you can see the police patrolling at night even in the deserts!

Posted: October 21, 2025
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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, 2025
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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, 2025
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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, 2025
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