Is Uruguay safe for solo female travelers?

Uruguay is relatively safe for solo female travelers. The country is known for its low crime rate compared to other Latin American countries. People are generally friendly, and public transportation is widely available. As always, it is important to remain vigilant, especially at night or in secluded areas. However, most travelers have uneventful trips and praise the welcoming nature of locals.

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How safe is Uruguay for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.3 /5

based on 7 experiences from female travelers

Maria

Maria

Portugal

Colonia del Sacramento, Couple travel

Had a lovely time here! Super calm and walkable city, with lots of options to eat healthy. Not too many beaches, but I had a great time visiting historical sites, enjoying the weather and calm atmosphere of the city, as well as some hikes

Posted: April 4, 2026Experienced: February, 2026
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Clémence

Clémence

Spain

Montevideo, Solo travel

Montevideo is a cute city, which city center really kept the vibes of the Spanish colonial architecture era. If you go there, try to check on a "Murga" or a "Candombe" show, both are really worth it! I felt extremely safe there

Posted: February 26, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
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Gabrielle

Gabrielle

Brazil

Cabo Polonio, Solo travel

Cabo Polonio is a beautiful place, very pleasant. Beautiful and with very kind people. We had a great experience. We went with 3 people and rented a small house without electricity. We cooked in the house and had a great time. I recommend this trip!

Posted: June 27, 2024
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How safe is Uruguay for women?

Local safety index

3.4 /5

Based on 18 reports

Local crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 18 reports

coqui

coqui

Montevideo

Montevideo is a safe city if u know where to walk, at day is ok no matter what neighborhood u are in, but at night this certain spot if u go there u really gotta be extra careful with your surroundings

Posted: January 10, 2026
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Uruguay

I feel very safe here :) Most of the time I spend my time at a volunteer, but when I went for some tasks in bigger cities, I feel save, also when I leave the Tourist places. The people are friendly and helpful all the time I need some help or ask for the way or anything:)

Posted: October 12, 2025
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Bel

Bel

Uruguay

Uruguay is a safe place in general to travel. People is friendly and tourists are welcome any time. You should visit Montevideo, Colonia, Maldonado and Rocha, our best destinations. You won’t regret it.

Posted: August 4, 2025
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Safety in Uruguay

Hospitality Exchange in Uruguay

Valeria

Valeria

Punta Del Este

Can host for:

7 days

About me

I am Vale, I moved 2 years ago to live in a beautiful beach city in Uruguay called Punta del Este. I love living near the sea. I have a daughter who is 28 years old and lives in Australia. I love traveling arround the world, i mostly traveled alone but would love to try and travel with a girl friend. I am visiting Australia in may 2025 and Bali in June 2025, then probably going to Japan in July and Europe in August. Then back home for spring and summer (from sept to april).

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Estefani

Estefani

Montevideo

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm new here, I'm from Uruguay, and I'm currently traveling through Europe. Beyond finding accommodation, I'd like to spend some time with women from different cultures. I only speak Spanish, and I understand a little English, Portuguese, and Italian, but I can't speak or understand them all.

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