Is Vietnam Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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How safe is Vietnam for solo female travelers?
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based on 87 experiences from female travelers
Rachana
India
Vietnam, Solo travel
Vietnam is worth visiting at least once - some great places to explore, like Ba Na Hills. The food experience wasn’t that great for me, and I’d say be really careful with water and hygiene. I ended up getting typhoid and dealt with it for almost a year, so please be cautious.
Posted: July 14, 2026
Mary
Russia
Vietnam, Group travel
We visited friends who moved to Vietnam a couple of years ago, and we had a fairly big group of people from different parts of the world. We spent about 10 days in Hanoi and Nha Trang. I really loved the country — it’s incredibly beautiful, the people are very welcoming, and the food is delicious! There are amazing beaches, and some of the guys even went hiking. Personally, I fell in love with the markets. I really enjoyed spending time on my own too — I’d go read a book in cafés or walk...
Posted: June 26, 2026Experienced: December, 2024
Ariana
United States
Ho Chi Minh City, Family travel
So much fun to explore! I feel like I could spend years here and still be turning up new things. Amazing food. Don’t sleep on the pastries!! Lots of green spaces and very child-friendly. Playgrounds and activities galore, for young and old.
Posted: April 11, 2026
Fidah
Brunei
Da Lat, Solo travel
Dalat is one my favourite place in Vietnam. It cold during night and morning. Its totally safe for muslimah. Use grab as part of transportation and its affordable. But it will be pricey for highland area and far from the central Dalat. I like Dalat because of so many flowers here.
Posted: April 10, 2026Vietnam, Solo travel
I loved Da Nang and Hoi An. Definitely going back. Ho Chi Min was unfortunately not the place for me. Hanoi was cold but I loved it. I'm gonna do SaPa and Dalat next. Overall I loved the country, the people, and the food.
Posted: February 2, 2026
Athénaïs
France
Vietnam, Solo travel
I've been traveling solo for 6 weeks through Japan, South Korea and Vietnam. It was an amazing experience and I really want to do that again for a longer time! In Vietnam, everything was great : food, landscapes, people... I really recommend !✨️
Posted: January 30, 2026Experienced: April, 2025
Gaia
Italy
Ho Chi Minh City, Solo travel
First of all: I'm not a city person - but I kinda liked Ho Chi Minh City. I enjoyed my time there - Cu Chi tunnels and Mekong Delta tours are just two of the many thing that you can do from the city centre. I also felt safe all the time-just be carefull if you wanna cross the street 🤣😅
Posted: January 15, 2026Experienced: December, 2025
Juliette
France
Vietnam, Solo travel
My favorite country in the world 🇻🇳 It was my second time there and I fell in love with the country all over again. The people are lovely. The food is incredible. The landscapes are magnificent. One advice: don't skip the Ha Giang loop. (And do it with Bong)
Posted: January 5, 2026
Raphaela
Germany
Sapa, Solo travel
Sapa would no doubt be beautiful, but visiting at the end of December comes with some drawbacks. Heavy fog often blankets the area, meaning the famous views are frequently hidden, and temperatures can be surprisingly cold. On top of that, Sapa is relatively expensive compared to other regions and attracts large numbers of tourists, which can take away from the overall experience.
Posted: December 27, 2025
Dani
Switzerland
Ninh Binh, Solo travel
Perfect for solo travelling People are really helpful and it is easy to discover by bike, boat and scooter. I felt really safe and the places are not too crowed. Went there in the winter but still good weather
Posted: December 22, 2025Is Vietnam safe for women?
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Hanoi
I have never felt unsafe while walking around even late at nights, locals are friendly and willing to help and guide you in different situations. Hanoi is a lovely city with a lot of positive energy .
Posted: June 3, 2026Hoi An
I feel safe in hoi an, I am around city center. In the beach some people look at you so much for been European. In general, I think Hoi an is a safe place just take care of the weather and the sun. Try to avoid scams
Posted: May 24, 2026
Hà
Hanoi
Very safe. You can go easily as solo traveller and people are extremely friendly, if you need anything you can absolutely reach out. Even in the evening it's safe to go out late as well. Safe travel everyone!
Posted: April 28, 2026
Anastasia
Nha Trang
There are young thieves in Nha Trang. Just don't leave your things unattended. I've never been involved in any criminal situations, but my friends once had their bike stolen because they didn't tie it down.
Posted: April 21, 2026Vietnam
I’m able to walk around any time of the day without worrying. There’s guards almost on every street and corner and if you need anything you can approach them granted you have a translator app or you’re good speaking Vietnamese.
Posted: April 8, 2026
Estefania
Da Nang
Felt it pretty safe, nobody tried to pickpocket or something like that. I even walked around some streets alone at night and it was fine. Just be aware when crossing the streets that a motorcycle doesn't hit you lol
Posted: March 28, 2026Safety in Vietnam
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Hong
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
2 days
About me
🌞 Looking for a Volunteer English Teacher 🌞 Hi! I’m planning to start a small English tutoring class for local students, and I’m looking for a volunteer teacher, preferably a native or fluent English speaker. 😊 In return, I can offer: 🏡 Free accommodation 💛 A friendly environment and the chance to experience local culture A little about me😂I’m also a tour guide! 🌿 I’d be happy to show you around nearby local areas, introduce you to local life, and share stories about the culture and some hidden local gems. If you’d like to explore further, I can also arrange and guide tours to places such as Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, or the Cu Chi Tunnels. These tours would have a reasonable fee, but you’ll get a more authentic local experience than most tourists do. ✨ As for meals, you’re welcome to eat out and explore local food on your own. If you stay for more than a day and would like to share meals at home, a small contribution toward food costs would be appreciated. 🌻 Think of it as a cultural exchange teaching, traveling, meeting local people, and creating wonderful memories together. 🚺 Female volunteers only. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, feel free to send me a message! 💛
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Dương
Ho Chi Minh City
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Interior Design major life long learner always up for new experiences into art, architecture, biology and little old things
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