Is it safe to walk around Boston alone?

The United States has a Bounce Women Travel Safety Index of 32, and Boston is generally safe for tourists to visit. Female solo travelers are also at low risk of being the victim of crime when in Boston. Avoiding walking in alleys or out-of-the-way places. Stick to well-lit areas and well-traveled streets.



People Also Ask

Boston is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. The public spaces are well-lit and populated, even late into the night. While traditional tourist areas such as Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and the North End are considered safe to navigate at night, always use common sense and stay aware of your surroundings.

MORE DETAILS

With its compact size, short blocks, numerous subway stops, and intimate scale, Downtown Boston is a walker's paradise. Some of Boston's most celebrated and historic neighborhoods--the Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Chinatown, North End, and more--are within a short walk of downtown.

MORE DETAILS

Many people use taxis to stay safe when getting around Boston at night. Despite two attacks involving unlicensed taxis in Boston this summer, most taxis are still safe to take.

MORE DETAILS

Boston sees 655 violent crimes per 100,000, making the city less safe than 83 percent of US cities. The violent crime rate in Boston is nearly double the national violent crime rate. People in Boston have a 1 out of 153 chance of becoming a victim of crime, compared to a 1 in 296 in the state of Massachusetts.

MORE DETAILS

Norway. Norway stands out as one of the safest travel destinations in the world with its exceptionally low crime rates. Visitors of all backgrounds can feel welcome in this open and inclusive country, including women traveling solo and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

MORE DETAILS

Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge is affordable accommodations, as hotels are pricey in this city of expensive real estate and packed event calendars.

MORE DETAILS