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Especially as a female solo traveler, making sure your destinations are safe is a top priority. Luckily Europe is one of the safest places to travel alone. It claimed eight of the top 20 safest cities in the world according to The Economist‘s Safe Cities Index 2017, more than any other continent on the list. I combined results from the Safe Cities Index 2017, SafeAround’s Safety Index, and my own personal experience to create this list. Check out the 7 safest places to travel alone in Europe below!
Related: Wondering what to pack for your trip to Europe? Check out my ULTIMATE summer backpacking packing list for Europe + FREE printable!
1. Vienna, Austria
What Makes it Safe
Vienna tops the list of the safest places to travel alone in Europe. By taking the usual precautions like staying aware of your surroundings and carrying a bag that closes well, the risk of crimes like pick-pocketing and bag snatching are almost eliminated in Vienna. Also, violent crime is extremely rare here. Enjoy safe public transportation and relatively low risk of terrorism in Vienna.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
Schloss Schoenbrunn, the rose gardens, Stephansdom
Related: Check out the best tours in Vienna that I would recommend below!
2. Munich, Germany
What Makes It Safe
Munich is also one of the safest places to travel alone in Europe, with an overall very low risk of crime. It regularly ranks very highly in Top Quality of Life rankings as well. Though there is some risk of pickpocketing, as goes for most major cities, there is a very low risk of both mugging and kidnapping. Public transportation is also very safe, altogether making Munich very safe for solo female travelers.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
Oktoberfest, Englischer Garten, Hofbrau House
Related: Find the best places to see, where to eat and drink, where to stay, and how to get around Munich with my ultimate solo female travel guide to Munich!
3. Oslo, Norway
What Makes It Safe
With one of the highest qualities of living in the world, Oslo is third on the list of the safest places to travel alone in Europe. Even petty crimes like pickpocketing are rare, as well as muggings or scams. Oslo is one of the cities in which I’ve felt safest.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
The Vigeland Park, Viking Ship Museum, Akershus Fortress
Related: Looking for more places in Europe to travel solo? Check my top 12 solo travel destinations in Europe here!
4. Prague, Czech Republic
What Makes It Safe
Prague is one of the safest places to travel alone in Europe due to its rare violent crime. The risk of mugging and kidnapping is virtually nonexistent, pickpocketing is rare as long as you watch your belongings, and generally, public transportation is safe. By avoiding people on the street offering to exchange money and ensuring the meter is running if you take a taxi, you can easily avoid scams.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
Prague Castle, Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square
Related: Wondering what to pack when traveling alone? Check out these 13 travel essentials that will change your life (I know they changed mine!)!
5. Stockholm, Sweden
What Makes It Safe
With a relatively low risk of crime, Stockholm is fifth of the safest places to travel alone in Europe. While you do need to be wary of people offering to help you with your luggage, “gold ring” tricks, and fake petitions, regular precautions will help you avoid any petty crime. I felt incredibly safe while traveling in Sweden. In typical Scandinavian fashion, solo females are normal and highly respected, making it a great destination for solo female travelers.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
Old Town (Gamla Stan), The Royal Palace, Skansen
Related: Check out the best activities in Stockholm below!
6. Berlin, Germany
What Makes It Safe
Berlin‘s public transportation is safe and efficient, there are no natural hazards, and it is generally very safe for female travelers, making it one of the safest places to travel alone in Europe. Because it is the counterculture capital of Europe as well as the cultural, historical, and political center of Germany, it can attract large crowds, which thieves may take advantage of. “Sketchy” areas can be easily avoided by following local police advice, and theft can be avoided by remaining aware of your belongings and surroundings. I felt very safe while living in Berlin alone for two months!
Top 3 Sights & Activities
East Gallery, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate
Related: Wondering what else to see and do in Berlin? Check out my weekend travel guide to Berlin plus a FREE itinerary and interactive maps to make the most of your time!
7. Amsterdam, the Netherlands
What Makes It Safe
Coming in at number six in the world in the Safe Cities Index 2017, Amsterdam is number seven of the safest places to travel alone in Europe. Amsterdam is one of my favorite cities in the world and I always felt very safe walking around alone there. It even comes in on top on my list of the top solo travel destinations in Europe! Just watch your belongings like usual and avoid drunk crowds at night, and you will stay very safe in Amsterdam.
Top 3 Sights & Activities
Van Gogh museum, Anne Frank House, Canal Tour
Related: Want more tips on what to do in Amsterdam? Check out my ultimate solo female traveler’s guide to Amsterdam! Or maybe you’re wondering where to stay? Click through to read my guide on where to stay in Amsterdam for every budget.
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