As a solo female traveler, Europe has always been my go to for traveling solo. Thanks to its excellent transportation network, diverse cultures, and overall safety, I’ve always felt welcomed and safe.
Whether you’re exploring historic cities or hiking through the Alps, the European adventures are truly endless. Here are my top Europe destinations for solo female travelers!
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Top Europe Destinations for Solo Female Travelers
Many countries in Europe have a strong tourism focus, making it simple to find hotels, walking tours, and social activities where you can meet other solo travelers. The following cities are easy to get to, safe to explore, and chalked full of fun. Let’s dive in!
1. Bergen, Norway
Bergen, Norway deserves a spot on every solo female traveler’s Europe bucket list. There are many direct flights to this picturesque coastal city and you’ll feel right at home in its friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
The city is very walkable and you can easily check out the famous fish market, the Fløibanen funicular, and the quaint downtown restaurants and shops all on foot. Then, after you’ve explored the city, I highly recommend joining a Fjord cruise to Mostraumen.
2. Brussels, Belgium
A solo trip to Brussels is a must! It’s the perfect mix of culture, history, and modern charm. The city is walkable and super easy to explore on foot/bus and the food is delicious!
There are many museums and landmarks to explore, so I recommend purchasing a Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour. This bus follows the Red Route which will take you to famous sites such as the Atomium, Mannekin-Pis, Horta Museum, the Palace of Fine Arts, and the Sablon Quarter to name a few.
Then, after you’ve fully explored the city you can join a guided day trip to the medieval towns of Bruges and Ghent. Check out my detailed one day itinerary in Brussels here.
3. Helsinki, Finland
Finland is truly special. It’s highly ranked for safety and gender equality. While conducting my research, I was thoroughly impressed at the well organized public transport system, the clean downtown, and the overall relaxed experience.
There are plenty of walking tours you can join, saunas to relax in, and beautiful architecture to photograph. If you are up to it, you can take day trips to Porvoo to check out the well preserved old town, Nuuksio National Park for a scenic hike, or Tallinn to explore the medieval city.
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4. Vienna, Austria
For architecture lovers, Vienna, Austria needs to be on your list. The low crime rates and well lit streets make it an excellent city for solo women travelers in Europe. Vienna welcomes over 8 million tourists every single year, so you’ll likely never feel alone.
In addition to the breathtaking architecture, you’ll also love the coffee culture and the breathtaking architecture. Do not miss checking out the Schönbrunn Palace, Hofburg Palace, and Hundertwasserhaus house.
The Vienna Pass is a great way to see the most of the city on a budget. It offers free admission to 90 of the most popular attractions plus a free bus pass to hop on and off whenever needed.
5. Porto, Portugal
Although I absolutely love the bustling capital city of Lisbon, Porto provides a smaller and slightly safer alternative. The relaxed feel and friendly locals will make you feel right at home.
This is the perfect spot for solo women travelers who love coastal views and great food. Be sure to wander the streets of the Ribeira District, a UNESCO World Heritage site, walk across the Dom Luís I Bridge for the best city skyline views, and wine taste at the many local wineries. And for a fun authentic experience, you can partake in a fun cooking class!
6. Galway, Ireland
Galway is a charming and friendly city in Ireland and serves as the gateway to the Cliffs of Moher and the stunning Irish countryside. Most travelers will fly into Dublin and drive to Galway (about 3 hours). If you aren’t comfortable driving solo, you could also take the bus and train to get there.
Once in Galway, you’ll of course visit the Cliffs of Moher, but you should also check out Connemara National Park and the Aran Islands, and take a road trip along the Sky Road.
7. Corfu, Greece
Although all of the Greek islands should be on your bucket list, Corfu consistently ranks as the safest in Greece making it a great solo destination in Europe. You can fly directly into Corfu International Airport or take a ferry from mainland Greece. After arriving, you can take the public buses around the island so there is no need to worry about driving in unknown territory!
During your time on this colorful island, you can explore Old Town, have a beach day at Palaiokastritsa Beach, take an ATV tour, or even join a day trip to nearby islands.
8. Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam just may be the most open minded city I’ve ever visited. I felt welcomed and comfortable throughout my four day visit. The city itself is walkable and extremely bike friendly. I found it to be easy to navigate and all the locals I spoke to were very kind.
In addition to biking the streets and taking in the canal views, you can tour the city’s many museums (Anne Frank, Van Gogh, Rijksmuseum), ride aboard a canal cruise, or shop at the Albert Cuyp Market.
9. Ljubljana, Slovenia
And last but certainly not least, Ljubljana, Slovenia is a true hidden gem that most people overlook. It’s an excellent stop on your European solo female travel tour. It’s known as one of Europe’s safest and cleanest capitals and has a walkable (and fairytale like) old town. Who doesn’t want to step into a fairytale?!
Joining a walking tour of the city is a great way to familiarize yourself with Ljubljana and maybe even meet other fellow solo travelers. Solo travelers can use the city as a home base for exploring Lake Bled and the Julian Alps. After checking out those experiences, make sure to check out Postojna cave and the medieval castle of Predjama.
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Solo Female Travel in Europe Final Thoughts
If you are anything like me, your travel bucket list is never ending. I hope you found this list helpful in fueling your wanderlust and planning your future solo adventure. You no longer have to wait for that friend to say yes, the time to travel is now! Interested in reading about the destinations that made my solo female travel destination list in 2024? Read this.
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Thank you to Michael Fousert for the photo of Norway, Martti Salmi for the photo of Helsinki, Sami Ullah for the photo of Austria, Nick Karvounis for the photo of Portugal, Chan Hyuk Moon for the photo of Ireland, Calin Stan for the photo of Greece, and Peter Zuijdwegt for the Slovenia photo. I discovered all of their work on Unsplash.com. Please check them out!
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Thanks for sharing, these all look really great places to visit solo, I have been to a couple of them a few years ago, but not solo!
They’re great to visit with friends or solo! If you’re ready for a return trip, you know you can do it safely since you’ve already been.
Great information. What a great list of destinations to explore!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you agree.
I remember all the days of travelling as a solo female. Choosing good destinations that work ed for solos and were safe for females travellers was always tough. Good to have this good set of option for Europe.
I understand! A lot of planning and research go into the process of choosing a safe destination. Glad you liked the countries that made the list.
This is such a fantastic roundup of destinations! Bergen, Porto, Galway, and Corfu are all high on my list, and I love how you included details about what makes each city safe and welcoming for solo female travelers. I’ve already explored some parts of Europe on my own, but this guide really inspires me to add a few more places to my bucket list. The mix of culture, nature, and food tips makes it even more exciting to plan a future trip!
I’m so overwhelmed with joy at this comment. I’m thrilled you’ve experienced traveling in Europe solo and can attest to the fact of how safe it is. I try to include something for everyone and I’m glad you felt inspired after reading my blog post. Happy Travels!
Great recommendations! Porto is one of my favorite solo travel destinations. I haven’t made it to Corfu yet, but will add this to my list.
I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on Corfu! So glad you were able to visit Porto.