Is United States safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is United States for solo female travelers?
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based on 438 experiences from female travelers
Mckayla
United States
Glacier National Park, Solo travel
It was so beautiful I am planning to go back! I cant wait to see all the beauty again. I highly recommend training your body to do daily hikes of moderate intensity for 15miles. The food at the lodges was amazing! You can eat at the lodge while staying at the near by campgrounds.
Posted: January 29, 2026Experienced: July, 2022Boston, Group travel
Beautiful clean city with not too much to do. Coming from New York everything closes early unless you’re into sports bars… which not my thing personally. Many great restaurants and views, and many shows that go on.
Posted: January 29, 2026New York, Solo travel
I live in NY and very close to the City and it’s truly a one of a kind place, I’ve been to many major US cities and no one really does it like New York. The best food, culture, parties, museums and a place where dream come to happen.
Posted: January 29, 2026
Isha
United States
Fairbanks, Solo travel
I recently traveled to Fairbanks as my solo graduation trip. I took the trip in effort to catch northern lights. The trip was very beautiful and unreal. The city was very safe and found good food too. The experiences were amazing including; northern lights viewing, snow hike, cultural museum, hot spring, snowmobile and dog sledding. People were friendly too and made many new friends.
Posted: January 27, 2026
Sarah
United States
Joshua Tree National Park, Couple travel
Large national park with a cute town outside of it. You could make several day trips through the park and hike with different views if you want. We only had one full hiking day. We stayed at a renovated motel and had access to great food including vegetarian options. This was the most amazing dark sky area I have been to for stargazing.
Posted: January 21, 2026How safe is United States for women?
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Milani
Pine Bush
Small town of mostly friendly people who look out for one another, every once in a while there is a mischievous kid or late night crack head. I feel safe leaving my car unlocked when going in for groceries.
Posted: January 28, 2026
Marley
San Francisco
I think San Francisco is a very safe city I feel like we don’t have too much violent crime compared to some cities. Just be careful of the tenderloin. Also be careful if you have a car because break ins can be  common.
Posted: January 28, 2026
Leigh
Pompano Beach
I love it here. I feel super safe and currently have the house to myself with just my little mini pinscher (as my partner is three hours away for school). I’ve had to take her outside at all hours (she’s an old lady) and I’ve never feared for my safety nor worried about the random person walking around. Even when I didn’t have the pup, I still felt super safe and able to get a good night sleep or feel comfortable to go out for a walk.
Posted: January 28, 2026New Haven County
Safety in New Haven is polarised heavily depending on the neighbourhood. There can be stark changes within a block or 2. That being said the area around Yale is reasonably safe. But as always plan and be aware of your surroundings.
Posted: January 27, 2026
Rachel
Chicago
I haven’t ever felt unsafe here- it’s a big city so watch yourself and your surroundings and you’ll be fine. I haven’t been to south chicago which I hear is rougher. For solo travelers, I’d recommend sticking around the Loop, North side and north west side. It’s a beautiful beautiful city!
Posted: January 26, 2026Safety in United States
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Beth
Orlando
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I’m semi retired at 55 and want to see the world. I leave the country 4-6 months at a time so explore. The last two years I’ve lived in Italy, France, England and recently Spain. I like to stay months at a time in one place to sen the culture and get to know the areas well. I’m not sure who has the availability to do this but my home is open these time to guests. I’m based in Orlando, close to all you would want to experience in Orlando and the local beaches. Anyone who what’s information on how to travel like do or would be interested in traveling along with me, reach out. Anyone intested in swaps of homes or short term rental, let me know. I looking forward to meeting g and talking to like minded explorers.
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Akshaya
New Jersey
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hello, I'm Akshaya. I'm an engineer, recently moved to NJ and I love to read and write books (Stories I mean). I wanted to solo travel but have always been scared of it. I am more indoor than outdoor person. But like to roam around the city and explore food and culture in different places. Beaches over mountains. I like a quiet evening watching sunset while starting at it blankly than hiking my way to the top of the mountains.
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